Italian American cuisine is given credit for this delicious sandwich around the turn of the Century. Great for summer company and groups of all ages. Served alongside a simple Lucali Italian Salad.

There are several kinds of Mozzarella, from fresh to smoked, and Bocconcini to Mozzarella di Bufala.  Fresh and di Bufala are sold in containers or bags with water or whey.    Fresh Mozzarella Mozzarella balls are sold about the size of oranges while Bocconcini is about the size…

Mike was recently at The Capital Grille in Orlando. It’s an upscale Steak House with some of the best appetizers, including lightly sautéed Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella sticks. I was recently at our local Italian Market, and they were featuring Prosciutto di Norcia. A ham cured…

Panzanella is a delicious Tuscan salad that got its roots using up stale bread. Originally the bread was soaked in water and wrung dry; but it’s evolved and now the toasted bread cubes soak up olive oil and red wine vinegar. This basic salad consists…

The Flavours of Italy baked with chicken. This weeknight meal is easy and delicious. Add asparagus to the pan while the chicken broils at the end and dinner is served!