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Pane Casareccio
On Saturdays in late fall, at the end of a long day in Stefano’s family’s olive
La Carbonara
Not wanting to venture out to the market in the downpour, Spaghetti alla Carbonara was our
Torta della Nonna
The holidays were over a month ago, and since then we’ve dutifully refrained from sweets in

Pastiera Napoletana
As Easter approaches, pastry shops and home kitchens all around Naples prepare to bake the classic

Roman-style Artichokes
Few vegetables are as revered in Roman cuisine as the artichoke. Late February marks the start

Octopus salad
When Stefano was a child, in the summer months he and his family sought reprieve from

Swordfish Spaghetti
For seafood lovers like ourselves, our recent trip to Sicily was culinary nirvana. At Bed &

Sicily! A Photo Essay
It’s a cold, late-autumn day in Minneapolis and our Sicilian vacation is a distant recollection. With

Sicilian Almond Cookies
Our infatuation with all things Sicilian lingers on. This weekend, it’s the delectable and fragrant almond

Maritozzi con la panna
Maritozzi are fragrant, sweet-dough buns sliced in half and filled with smooth, fresh whipped cream. They

Bed & Breakfast Mammaliturchi
Francesco met us at the gate, showed us our parking spot, and led us around to

Ciao! We're Cara & Stefano
We are Italian expats living in Minneapolis. We’re here to share our favorites recipes, wine pairings, and our favorite places across Italy with you. Learn more about our story.