Winter. It makes me think of the freezing temperatures, grey skies, and mountains covered with snow. But while everything seems to be asleep, nature offers us an incredible array of fresh vegetables and fruits. The colorful orange, fennel and beet salad celebrates winter fruits and brings …

This classic Italian lentils recipe is the traditional meal we eat in Italy on 31st December after the stroke of midnight. I have to confess that I grew up eating lentils quite often during the winter, but on 31st December in the morning my parents …

This zucchini salad recipe is a fresh and tangy summer dish! It is made using raw zucchini that are in season and is ready in minutes! I have to confess that I am obsessed with zucchini as they are very versatile and I usually prepare …

Zucchini with Raisins and Pine Nuts. A reminiscence of my years growing up in Italy when in the summer zucchini was the vegetable mostly cooked in an endless number of ways. Zucchini with Raisins and Pine Nuts. A reminiscence of our Sicilian trip back in …

This red cabbage salad with apple, radish and onion is the ultimate light and refreshing side dish perfect for a fall meal. This red cabbage apple slaw boasts a satisfying crunch and an irresistible sweet, tart and tangy flavor thanks to the mix of veggies …

Turn a humble root vegetable like the carrot into a glorious dish with this flavorful roasted carrots recipe, which is an ode to no food waste! If you visit a farmer’s market, you’ll find that there are many bouquets of rainbow carrots, I must confess …

An end-of-summer farro salad is a perfect meal to celebrate the transition to fall. I have to confess that this time of year is very special to me, as I can relate to the change of seasons. We have lived in a hot and humid …

I have to confess, as the weather gets warmer, there’s nothing I love more than eating bright spring salads. This recipe – packed with veggies – represents what I mean when I talk about seasonal produce. And this bowl of green deliciousness packs a punch: …

When spring arrives, there’s nothing better than fresh asparagus as a side dish for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch. Roasted Asparagus is an easy and quick side dish that I love to make during the spring season. Asparagus is often used in Italian …

Sautéed Artichokes are the perfect spring side dish: quick, easy, and with a delicious flavor that makes them ideal for a holiday meal or spring feast. In this recipe, I used the artichoke hearts and their long stems, and it’s another example of a simple …