Italian Zabaglione Cream over Cranberries and Pears

Good Morning from a windy Cape Town - we are in for a mild weekend with a chance of rain on Sunday.

Zabaglione is a traditional Italian desert, and this is a wonderful recipe, which I would suggest for Saturday night dinner party, or as desert for a family luncheon on Sunday. Enjoy!

Italian Zabaglione Cream over Cranberries and Pears

The Atlas of Aspirational Origins

Names of agricultural regions, villages, even specific farms are proliferating on food labels and menus. They suggest a guarantee of authenticity and taste. But are they? What if those authentic-sounding names are made up?

Being the foodie that I am, I found this article very interesting.

The Atlas of Aspirational Origins

Al Dente Gourmet: The First Harvest of Radishes with a Savory Tart – An Asparagus Salad and A Roll Cake with Dulce de Leche

This is me..... so very "dolce vita"......

I think I will make this for Saturday lunch.

Al Dente Gourmet: The First Harvest of Radishes with a Savory Tart – An Asparagus Salad and A Roll Cake with Dulce de Leche

spicy zucchini and ricotta fritters from The Merry Gourmet

Zucchini and ricotta - two ingredients that are very much part of the Italian cooking scene. These fritters are easy to make and yummy. Try them....

Spicy zucchini and ricotta fritters | The Merry Gourmet

Pasta With Sage & Pinenuts

A wonderful vegetarian pasta, ideal for a light luncheon.

Pasta With Sage & Pinenuts | Pure Vegetarian By Lakshmi

Tomato Bread Salad | The Official Site of Chef Georgia Pellegrini | Food, Travel, Lifestyle, Hunting and Redefining Slow Food

A wonderful salad to enjoy in the garden, enjoying the early summer weather. This type of meal is so typical of living the "dolce vita".

This recipe comes from the blog of Chef Gergia Pellegrini. A must for all foodies.

Tomato Bread Salad | The Official Site of Chef Georgia Pellegrini | Food, Travel, Lifestyle, Hunting and Redefining Slow Food

Tuscan Salad | foodgawker

Tuscan Salad | foodgawker