The Herbs and Spices of Italy

I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing delicious gourmet Italian food on multiple trips to Italy. The beautiful alleys of Rome and Florence, Venice, Capri, Anacapri and the Amalfi coast always leave a special and memorable impression on me. Sometimes, I’ll spend hours at a random restaurant or coffee shop just to admire the small alleys. One particularly memorable food moment for me was when I tried the perfect marinara sauce at a restaurant near the Rialto bridge in Venice. I hope the Italy-inspired recipes such as my Lemon Butter Sauce with Pasta or Shaved Zucchini Pasta with Pine Nuts transport you to the colorful streets, bustling markets, narrow alleys, and busy kitchens of Italy, and invite you to embrace the rich heritage and culinary delights of this extraordinary country.