It is already almost a year ago since Paddy met his hero, Italian chef Gennaro Contaldo, and had the opportunity to help him create a dish or two. He has not stopped talking about it since and will be something he remembers fondly for a very long time. Here is how they… Read More
Okay, so I will admit it, I do love buttery pasta. It is right up there with a love of cheese (all kinds, I don’t mind), ice-cream (all kinds, I don’t mind), and chocolate (all kinds, I don’t… oh, you get the picture). I do love this meal too. It’s a great lifesaver when… Read More
This is such a delicious appetiser that is so simple to throw together it’s untrue. For a little rustic treat and a taste of the Mediterranean, it’s a great side to a pasta main. Take a look at our Tuna Fusilli with Olives and Sun Dried Tomatoes recipe to serve alongside it. … Read More
It’s almost July and that means that our favourite Italian food and drink exhibition is back in London very soon! We can’t believe that it’s a whole year since we teamed up with Bellavita, hosts of the biggest made-in-Italy food and beverage trade show in the UK. During our stay in Padua… Read More
Mike takes over today’s blog as he describes the day Paddy finally met his hero. We hope you enjoy it! Regular readers will know of Paddy’s interest in cooking. He might only be eight-years-old but this is the child who can make his own pasta and can even gut a fish before making a… Read More
We all love pasta in this house which is no bad thing when you consider how versatile it is to use and how quick it is to cook. We often throw together speedy recipes at the last minute when dinner time is looming but preparation time is in short supply. With just a few… Read More