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My name is Pina, and my passion is food and cooking in general. On the blog, I focus on regional dishes like those from my birthplace, Sicily. I also feature dishes from Lazio, the region that has hosted me for over 40 years, but in general, I cover all Italian regions. Traveling and exploring is my second passion, so I couldn't leave out dishes from around the "World" on my blog. My blog is divided into simple and essential sections like appetizers, first courses, main courses, side dishes, bread and leavened products, jams and preserves, wines and wineries, and of course, travels. Desserts are included, and finally, there is a dedicated corner for gluten-free options. Easy recipes, explained step by step and always updated.

  • Potato Pancakes

    Potato Pancakes

    Soft inside and crispy outside potato pancakes that my nieces and many others love. One…

  • Fried Artichokes

    Fried Artichokes

    Just fried artichokes, simply as my mom used to prepare them, today I prepare them…

  • Potato Croquettes

    Potato Croquettes

    Potato croquettes, the classic ones like those we prepare in the south, in Sicily, Calabria,…

  • Stuffed Round Zucchini with Fregula

    Stuffed Round Zucchini with Fregula

    Stuffed Round Zucchini with Fregula, yes you read that right, with fregula. I love these…

  • Orecchiette and Broccoli Rabe

    Orecchiette and Broccoli Rabe

    Orecchiette and broccoli rabe is a typical first course from Puglia that we now find…

  • Chocolate Cake

    Chocolate Cake

    Simple, easy, and delicious chocolate cake. No scale? No worries, this dessert is made without…

  • Avocado Cream

    Avocado Cream

    Avocado cream to accompany simple or complex dishes. Although avocado is not a fruit high…

  • Zucchini and Ham Rolls

    Zucchini and Ham Rolls

    Zucchini and ham rolls, a simple appetizer that precedes a meat-based lunch. Simple yet tasty:…

  • Carbonara

    Carbonara

    Carbonara, a very simple and generally well-liked recipe. Guanciale plays a truly important and fundamental…

  • Pistachio and Raisin Cookies

    Pistachio and Raisin Cookies

    Pistachio and raisin cookies, I think I have a fondness for these treats that are…