)This indulgent gelato is for true chocoholics: a spoonful provides a rich, strong hit of cocoa, reminiscent of biting into a square of 70% chocolate. {Jump to Recipe} Dark chocolate is my go-to weeknight dessert: I end most meals with a square of 70% chocolate. I eat it slowly, let it melt on my tongue,… Continue Reading
This easier-to-make-than-it-looks Fig Frangipane Tart is a spectacular addition to holiday tables, but it’s also a delightful brunch-time or teatime treat. {Jump to Recipe} Every fall, I eagerly await the arrival of fresh figs at the market. It’s such a naturally gorgeous fruit—one of nature’s masterpieces, really. Fresh figs can be expensive, but if you… Continue Reading
This French savory cake is filled with scrumptious, savory ingredients: salty ham, aged cheese, and briny olives. A must for a francophile happy hour! {Jump to Recipe} Cakes salés, or savory cakes, are an apéro staple in France. Serve savory cake alongside marinated olives, cured meats, and something crunchy such as pretzels or potato chips,… Continue Reading
Sicilian caponata is an aromatic vegetable dish that combines sweet and sour ingredients. Learn how to make it and serve it countless ways! {Jump to Recipe} When I traveled to Sicily for the first time 10 years ago, caponata is one of the first traditional dishes I tasted. Although I ate countless other magnificent dishes… Continue Reading
These Savory Crackers are made with only six staple ingredients and come together quickly. Their rich, sablé-like texture make them perfect companions to soft cheeses! {Jump to Recipe} I love to eat savory crackers as a snack with dips or with cheese, and a while back, I started experimenting with making my own from scratch.… Continue Reading
