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Ciao Reader! Nothing compares to a perfectly ripe summer tomato. Whether you're picking them from your garden, bringing home a basket from the farmers' market, or simply can't resist buying too many at the store, this collection has you covered. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET THE RECIPES ⭐️ 🍋 BEST Lemon Recipes! 🍋 ⭐️ Best BBQ Recipes Here ⭐️ ⭐️ONE PAN DINNERS HERE ⭐️ 😋Have you tried one of my recipes? Please leave a comment and 🌟STAR rating on the recipe post- it helps my small online...

Ciao Reader! This is the lemon dessert I want all summer long. In just 15 minutes, you'll have a silky, cloud-like mousse bursting with fresh lemon flavor. It looks elegant, can be made ahead, and melts in your mouth with every spoonful. Let me know when you try it. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET RECIPE ⭐️ 🍋 BEST Lemon Recipes! 🍋 ⭐️ Best BBQ Recipes Here ⭐️ ⭐️ONE PAN DINNERS HERE ⭐️ 😋Have you tried one of my recipes? Please leave a comment and 🌟STAR rating on the recipe post- it helps my...

Ciao Reader! This week, I celebrated another 🎂 birthday in the place where my story began, Sardegna. Every year I return, I love this island a little more. To many, it's a beautiful vacation destination. To me, it's home. It's where lifelong friendships were made, where family recipes were passed from one generation to the next, and where the food, language, traditions, and slower way of life shaped who I am. The older I get, the more grateful I am for roots that continue to call me back. I'm...

Ciao Reader! It's my birthday weekend, and if I'm not celebrating in Sardegna (here I ask for Italian fruit crostata!), this is the dessert I make. It's one of my top favorite desserts of all time, and after one bite, I think you'll understand. Light, airy angel food cake layered with sweet summer strawberries and fluffy whipped cream is simple, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible. It's the kind of dessert that never goes out of style and always disappears first. If you're looking for the...

Ciao Reader! My Chopped Italian Sandwich takes all the best parts of a classic Italian deli sandwich, chops everything together so every bite is perfect, then piles it high onto crusty bread with a zesty Italian dressing. It's fresh, hearty, packed with flavor, and perfect for summer lunches, picnics, beach days, or an easy dinner. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET RECIPE ⭐️ If you want to go the extra mile, make it on homemade ciabatta bread. You'll also love my Italian chopped salad recipe!...

Ciao Reader! Chicken Saltimbocca is a classic Italian dish with tender chicken, savory prosciutto, fresh sage, and a buttery white wine pan sauce that tastes incredible spooned over mashed potatoes, cheese pasta, or served with crusty bread. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET RECIPE ⭐️ Saltimbocca literally means "jumps in the mouth" in Italian. It's a playful way of saying it's incredibly delicious; the flavors practically leap into your mouth with every bite. I can't wait for you to try it!...

Ciao Reader! This week, I wanted to share one of my new favorite collections on the blog: my roundup of the Best Summer Salads. Whether you're heading to a barbecue, packing lunch, or just trying to stay cool during these hot days, there's something for everyone. From hearty pasta salads to crisp vegetable salads and protein-packed favorites, these are the recipes I come back to every summer. Sending you sunshine from beautiful Sardegna! We're soaking up these sweet summer days with family,...

Ciao Reader! This rustic recipe takes me straight back to my childhood in Sardegna. Every summer, my Nonna would come home with the freshest zucchini from the local farm stand near our summer house. This was one of the first dishes she'd make with it. There was nothing fancy about it. Just sweet summer zucchini, onions, good olive oil, and a little patience. Somehow, those simple ingredients became one of the most comforting meals I remember. Today, I still make it the same way for my own...

Ciao Reader! There are some recipes that earn a permanent place in my kitchen, and this Creamy Pesto Sauce is one of them. It has all the fresh, vibrant flavor of classic basil pesto with a silky, creamy twist that coats every piece of pasta perfectly. It's rich without feeling heavy, comes together in about 10 minutes, and tastes like something you'd order at your favorite little trattoria in Italy. I love making this during the summer when fresh basil is overflowing in the garden or from...