Jewish-Italian Desserts for Holy Days & Observances
I am happy to again present our Jewish Holy Days & Observances dessert menu. One of my primary goals as
Imarat Siuilliya: Arab influence on Sicilian and Italian Desserts
At L’Arte we celebrate and recall the profound influence of Arabo-Siculo cuisine on Sicilian pastry arts. The sweets we offer
Halloween Gingerbread Castle and spiced cookies
For Halloween this year we designed and built, using black gingerbread, a homage to a world-famous Italian castle. A fun
Venetian Hour: The Ultimate Dessert Table
Preparing and participating in the presentation of elaborate dessert tables while working in Sicilia was one of my favorite experiences.
Seasonality, Blackberries, and the Devil
I really enjoy the changing seasons. It helps inspire me to think about what produce we should be using to
San Gennaro, Napoli, & Uovo e Limone
How does a delicate and low-key biscotto, with humble origins survive in the midst of the modern feast of San Gennaro? Read our article to learn more!
Crostata Ricotta e Amarene Recipe
As promised in my August blog, Jewish-Italian Desserts for Holy Days & Observances, below is a simple but delicious recipe
Sorbetto: A refreshing frozen dessert that rehydrates you
"Mangia la frutta, che ti fa bene!"(Eat fruit, it's good for you). I can still hear my grandmother telling me
Granita: The Best Parts of Gelato and Sorbetto
Summertime in Sicily means it's granita time. Granita is refreshing and tasty, made with water, sugar and different flavorings, the most popular
Gelato: Memories, Artisanal, Wholesome and Happiness
I clearly remember the day I knew I wanted to learn how to make gelato. I was just 10 years
