Calling it a ‘rice cake’ really diminishes the true value of this lovely traditional recipe from the city of Milan where the Saffron Risotto is a must (AKA risotto alla Milanese).  As so much saffron risotto is made, there’s often lots left over, therefore the resourcefulness of the Italian population came through once again creating this tasty dish that if you ask me is … [Read more...]

The use of rice and cereals in salads during the summer season is quite popular in Italy and you’ll be surprised by the variety of recipes and combinations that can be found in every region. As an Italian chef working abroad, I feel like I have a duty to help spread the culture of mixing fantastic grains with great ingredients. Not only are these timesaving and vibrant … [Read more...]

A great traditional risotto recipe from the Veneto region, a ‘must’ to enjoy from December to April, when all the varieties of radicchio come into season. Radicchio is becoming more and more popular in UK and as its popularity is growing so is its availability in markets and stores. All varieties will work for this recipe, the very red and round shaped once are the … [Read more...]

I love this recipe.  It is both delicious, easy to make and totally vegan.  It is a fantastic vegan option for the table this Summer and works brilliantly on the BBQ as well.  There is something about this recipe that makes me think of home and family. It must be because it is suited for people of all ages and because it represents the brilliant simplicity and resolution of … [Read more...]

When thinking about risotto, the first thing that often comes to mind is traditional, Northern Italian cuisine. In the UK it can be seen as quite a ‘cheffy’ dish but this just isn’t so! Risotto is so commonly cooked in Italy and is considered an everyday dish. To break this circle of misinformation I decided to pair this classic Italian recipe with traditional British … [Read more...]