Halloween is just around the corner and I thought it was a good time to explain the difference between the Calamari Squid, Cuttlefish and Octopus, often used for creepy Halloween recipes. There is a lot of confusion on what is a squid, what part of a squid is calamari, what is squid ink pasta and where…
Mediterranean
Scallop, Shrimp, Salmon and Cod Fish Pie with a Mediterranean Twist
This fish pie is an inspiration from an Irish fish pie I had in Howth, near Dublin. The fish was fresh just brought into harbour by the fishing vessels and a Mediterranean flavour was added to the fish pie. So here it is: a mix of Atlantic fish salmon, cod, prawns and scallops fish pie with a Mediterranean twist. Howth…
Healthy Cod Recipe Baked with Potatoes
This healthy cod recipe is a classic here in Italy, the cod cooks in the oven for 20 minutes over a thin layer of potatoes and onions. It is very easy to make and it is perfect for the Summer as it cooks quickly in the oven. You can use either cod or haddock, both…
Healthy Eggplant Parmesan
If you want to lose weight while satisfying your cravings for lasagna, a healthy eggplant Parmesan is all you need. Similar to the Greek moussaka, eggplant parmesan is a complete meal, but while most recipes fried the eggplants, here I grill them and then bake it. Frankly, I prefer a Parmigiana with grilled eggplants as fried…
Red Pesto Pasta Sauce
Calories per serving 107; Time to prepare 5 minutes; Easy.
The Red Pesto is a great alternative to Green Pesto for lower calories and fresh summer taste.
You can use with Pasta, Bruschetta or as a side sauce for grilled meat.
Ferragosto: a Mediterranean picnic “English style”
Packing only local products, here are some ideas to enjoy a Ferragosto Mediterranean picnic “English style”, with horses, dog and picnic basket. Ferragosto is a traditional Mediterranean holiday in Italy, France and Spain, celebrating the Assumption of Mary. Typically most people are on vacation, and many prepare a picnic spending the day outdoors. Unfortunately, it…
Socca or Farinata: Chickpea Pancakes
Farinata, Socca, Pannella and who knows how many other names, it is a typical street food in many Mediterranean countries simply made with chickpeas flour and water cooked over a wood fire. It seems that its origins are from the Roman Empire in Genova when a ship full of chickpeas flour and oil got caught…
Spring Starters Ideas
On Wednesday I went to Ventimiglia market with my friend Patty and bought several unusual Italian vegetables, an opportunity to prepare some unique Springs starters. On the video, I show what we found at the market, and below you will find all the recipes: Spring Minestra When the first fave beans and fresh peas appear on…
A List Of Pizza Toppings With Fresh Vegetables
I created this list of pizza toppings to celebrate Mediterranean vegetables, using for each pizza a typical regional cheese to enhances each produce and its flavour. To make pizza I use the traditional Italian Pizza dough recipe. Pizza is a fun dish to write about, originated from Naples, it has traveled the world with the Italian…
Stuffed Calamari Recipe
Stuffed calamari recipe ( also called stuffed squid recipe) is very common in the Mediterranean countries and I discovered that is very popular during Christmas. I love it any time of the year. In case you get confused, calamari is squid in Italian and Spanish. There are two versions, one with tomato sauce and one without. I…