Amongst the guardians of Semitic languages, pigs get burdened with a bad press. In some faiths, they are regarded as...
Pasta and Pizza recipes
Tinned sardines and Pasta con le Sarde
🎵Oh for the life of a sardine That is the life for me Cavorting and spawning every morning Under the deep blue...
Spaghetti with Clams
“I’ve been picking it up and putting it down for weeks now. I can’t say I’ve actually cooked anything from it. More,...
Ravioli with Spinach and Ricotta
Looking back on my life in the kitchen I am forced to admit that of all the adventurous cuisines that I have elected...
Baked Papparadelle with Pancetta & Porcini
Of all my food fantasies, I’ve long harboured a wish to become a discriminating, sharp-eyed, wild mushroom gatherer....
Parmesan Risotto
When just out of college, and income was in short supply, I loved to eat out. Ironically, as time passed, with a...
Lasagne with Meat Sauce [Lasagne al Sugo]
“Translating from one language to another…is like looking at Flemish tapestries from the wrong side, for although the...
Penne alla Carbonara
As a parent I have always wished for my children to grow up thinking independently, become loving partners and...
Linguine with Crab [Linguine al Granchio]
“It is an ancient town that stands Upon a lofty cliff of mouldering sands; The sea against the cliffs doth daily beat,...
Spag Bol
“People are generally proud of their food. A willingness to eat and drink with people without fear and prejudice… they...