Salmon with Fennel Basil Ice Cream // Terre dAcqua, Rome IT

Raw sushi-grade salmon drizzled with aromatic fennel basil ice cream and sprinkled with scallions. This is one of the best and most Continue reading →

Pizza Prociutto Cotto // Obika, Rome IT

Charcoal-roasted ham, violet artichokes in olive oil, casatica di bufala, oven-baked olives, mozzarella di bufala, and fresh basil. I love Continue reading →

Fried Mozzarella di Bufala // Nonna Betta, Rome IT

Thick pieces of fresh mozzarella di bufala deep-fried in a deliciously light batter. While passing through the Jewish Quarter in Continue reading →

Fresh Ricotta // Da Enzo de 19, Rome IT

A cake of soft, fresh, creamy white cheese made with sheep’s milk from Lazio. Inspired by the principles laid out in Continue reading →

Rice-stuffed Pomodoro // Franchi, Rome IT

Whole baked tomatoes stuffed with seasoned rice and served with potatoes are a staple of the Roman fast food scene. The Continue reading →

Baby Spinach with Candied Orange Peel // Terre dAcqua, Rome IT

Raw baby spinach with candied orange peel, blanched almonds, and fruit compote tossed in a light vinaigrette. This is one Continue reading →

Fresh Burrata with Sicilian Aubergine // Obikà, Rome IT

Fresh burrata cheese (that is so soft it comes in a bowl!) accompanied by a wonderful Sicilian casserole of aubergine, Continue reading →

Tostones Rellenos // La Cubana, Toronto ON

Crispy twice-fried plantains topped with picadillo-seasoned minced beef, crema, green onions, and jalapeño peppers. I spent a year in Havana Continue reading →