Casa Mia Blog
Hosteria da Amedeo
Hosteria da Amedeo is a family-run restaurant at its fourth generation: Emanuele and his mother Stefania, respectively Maitre D and kitchen supervisor.
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Our Italians: Daniela and Paolo of Casa Ceccatelli
Welcome back to the “Our Italians” series of interviews. In these we focus on food artisans, experts and producers in Italy or abroad. Today we meet Paolo and Daniela Fagotti, owners of Casa Ceccatelli in Greve in Chianti.
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Tascapane con i peperoni, the shepherd’s sandwich
During the annual transumanza––herding sheep to high altitude summer pastures––shepherds snack on tascapane, a pocket made of bread, crumb removed and filled with something savory.
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Famous dishes portrayed in Italian films
Food and cinema: a long-time winning combination. Thanks to these cult films, in fact, some dishes have become actual symbols of Italian culture.
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Carbonara, the love of my life
Roman cuisine proudly boasts of many traditional pasta dishes: Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, Arrabbiata, Gricia, all of whom I care for deeply. But, carbonara has my heart. Carbonara is the unequivocal love of my life.
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Our Italians: Chef Mario Traina
Welcome back to the “Our Italians” series of interviews. In these we focus on food artisans, experts and producers in Italy or abroad. Today we meet Chef Mario Traina.
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“Coniglio all’ischitana” Ischia-style rabbit stew
With its unique flavor and unmistakable aroma, Ischia-style rabbit stew is a traditional island specialty. Here are our favorite places in Ischia that serve coniglio all’ischitana.
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10 moments in Sicily
Sicily is where the author reconnects with friends that she has made over a decade. Visiting vineyards, checking out cheesemakers, driving through breathtaking ladscapes: here are 10 favorite moments from Gina’s latest Sicilian adventure.
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Eating horse meat in Italy
While eating horse meat is taboo in many countries, there are regions in Italy where it is deeply part of the culinary history and traditions.
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What’s open on Sunday in Ortigia?
Be sure to keep the Sunday farmers market on your list of to-do’s next time you visit Ortigia.
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7 non-Italian cuisine restaurants in Rome
When pausing from pasta and pizza, Rome residents can rely on a handful of truly delicious non-Italian cuisine restaurants.
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The Spice Cabinet: Star anise
Welcome back to The Spice Cabinet series. Today we explore star anise, an attractive spice due to both its diverse peculiarities, as well as its stunning appearance.
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Pizza alla pala, a Rome specialty
Pizza alla pala is a classic in Rome, but it’s popping up as the new trend throughout Italy and abroad.
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Sites, Sounds & Smells: Let us take you to Catania
If you want to fully experience the best of Catania, let us be your “cicerone” guiding you on neighborhood tours, expert-led market tastings, and hands-on cooking lessons.
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How to make cannoli from scratch
In Sicily, you’ll find cannoli in many coffee bars and pastry shops sitting in the display case already filled and ready to eat. The secret to great cannoli is filling them at the last minute with sweet ricotta cream, just before you eat them. Here’s a recipe to make them from scratch. VIDEO
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