Tiramisu is unique for a few reasons: for one, its delicious mixture of lady fingers, soaked in “alkermes” liquor, espresso, chocolate, and egg custard proves to be a delightful but…
Today, in honor of the discovery of the first albino goat in the world in the Italian alps-specifically in the area of Val D'Aosta a traditional Valdostana (from Val D'Aosta)…
As a child, my favourite part of our family pasta dinners was the memory of fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese that was grated generously on my dish. And even though I like…
Caterina de’ Medici (in English Catherine), of the infamous Florentine Medici family, was married to Henry II, King of France during the transition between medieval times and the Renaissance. Though…
Sage is another herb that is highly appreciated by cooks due to its unique flavor. In fact, sage is so flavorful that it often overpowers other spices. Because of this,…
The bay leaf, also known as the laurel leaf, is a great way to add richness and depth to all of your fish, meat, and vegetable dishes this summer. And…
I've called this Trastevere, part I because-as one of my favorite neighborhoods in Rome- I have a sneeking suspicion- I will need to write much more about this eclectic little part of Rome than…
Today, still here on the East Coast (of the USA) with record breaking temperatures I am so reminded of the great summer "festas" I always look forward to in July…
Raffaello Sanzi or Santi is better known to the world as Raphael, master of the High Period of Italian Renaissance Architecture. Raphael is best known for his paintings of Madonnas and…
I want to wish you all and your families the Happiest and Healthiest New Year in 2022! Thank you all so much for joining me and helping me to make The Basic Art of Italian Cooking and The Maria Liberati Show a success! I can’t wait to share my next book (The Basic Art of Italian Cooking Diaries: Seasons) with you, it will release in late Spring/early Summer.