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Peppers with olives. Summer in southern Italy is not only lived with your feet in the sand and the sun on your skin: it is savored. And if there is one ingredient that represents this season with all its color and flavor, it is undoubtedly the bell pepper. Fleshy, sweet and juicy, this fruit is at its best between June and September, when markets turn …
Melanzane “a Funghetto”: A Neapolitan Summer Classic Le melanzane “a funghetto” or “a fungitiello” are a delicious Neapolitan side dish based on eggplants and cherry tomatoes, perfect to enjoy in summer. Its name refers to the way the eggplants are cut and cooked, acquiring a texture similar to that of mushrooms (“funghi” in Italian). This recipe is a versatile option that can be served as …
Zucchini “a la scapece” is a delicious, fresh and ideal side dish for warm days. Although nowadays we can find zucchini all year round, it is in summer when they are at their best and this recipe really shines. What makes this dish so special is not only its simplicity, but also its history. This traditional recipe from Naples has roots as old as its …
Bruschetta is the quintessential Italian appetizer, a dish that combines simplicity and flavor in every bite. Quick, fresh and tasty, it becomes a juicy antipasto to serve at any time, whether at an informal gathering among friends or as the opening of a special meal. Although the more traditional version requires few ingredients, it is the versatility of this dish that makes it a true …