Basil Tagliatelle

Basil Tagliatelle

Have this basil tagliatelle on standby for a delicious, speedy supper.  Basil Tagliatelle by Lakeland Ingredients: 50g basil leaves Salt and freshly ground pepper 250g ‘00’ flour, plus extra to dust ¾ tsp salt 20ml basil oil, plus extra for drizzling 1 egg 3 egg yolks Instructions: First, make a basil purée by bringing a […]

Basil Oil

Basil Oil

Make your own basil oil with this super easy recipe. Try it drizzled over your favourite pizza.  Basil Oil by Lakeland Ingredients: large bunch of basil leaves peeled clove of garlic salt & pepper extra-virgin olive oil Instructions Put the basil leaves and garlic into a food processor with a good pinch of salt and […]

Cappuccino Ice Lollies

These ice lollies are just what we need for a hot day! Cappuccino Ice Lollies by Lakeland Ingredients: 300ml fresh, hot coffee 200ml milk 2 level tbsp caster sugar 2 tbsp Tia Maria hard-setting chocolate ice cream sauce (optional) Instructions: In a large jug, add the sugar to the coffee and stir until dissolved. Add […]

Viewpoint: Open Cellars Initiative

Viewpoint

On the last weekend of May, Italy’s wine cellars will be open to visitors. The sight of hillsides strewn with vineyards is one that is repeated throughout Italy, and one that is notably celebrated each May in the form of the Movimento Turismo del Vino’s Cantine Aperte (Open Cellars) initiative. This year, Italy’s primary wine […]

Mozzarella Sticks with Tomato and Herb Dip

Mozzarella Sticks

These Gluten Free Mozzarella Sticks with a Tomato & Herb Dip are the perfect side to your favourite Italian dish. Mozzarella Sticks by Dr.Oetker   Serves: 4     Preparation time: 15 mins       Cooking time: 5-10 mins   Ingredients: 400g /1lb Mozzarella cheese (or alternatively Fontina, Taleggio or Cheddar) 2 eggs – whisked 1 tsp smoked […]

Gorgonzola, Mushroom and Crème Fraiche Potato Skins

These deliciously creamy potato skins are the perfect lunchtime dish. The saltiness of the Gorgonzola cuts through the hint of sourness of the crème fraîche for an unbeatable combination.      Gorgonzola, Mushroom and Crème Fraiche Potato Skins by Dr. Oetker   Serves: 4    Preparation time: 20 mins     Cooking time: 1 hour 30 mins […]

Italia! June issue – now on sale

The new issue of Italia! is out now, get a little bit closer to the country you love… Get away this month to Parma, an elegant city with peerless food and art, explore the underground caves of Valchiavenna, meet the American ex-pats celebrating 10 years as B&B owners in Le Marche, and discover the origins of Venice’s […]

The curious history behind the world-famous spread

Fifty-three years ago, the first jar of what we now call Nutella was sold from a bakery in Alba, Piedmont Soon after, the chocolate-hazelnut spread conquered the entire world. However you might not be aware of these facts about the world-famous spread it might surprise even its most dedicated fans. Here are some of the most […]

Gooseberry & Mint Granita

This granita is a very quick and easy frozen dessert that only takes a few hours to freeze down to a refreshingly crumbly texture Serves 4 – Prep time 20 mins – Cook time 10 mins Ingredients 500g BerryWorld Gooseberries 150-200g castor sugar or to taste Bunch of fresh mint 1 large free range egg white Mint leaves to […]