March 14, 2022
This baked pasta roses recipe from Emilia Romagna region is so simple yet so delicious. This tasty dish is perfect for lunch or dinner.
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By the Flavours Holidays Team
Joseph Pilates Quotes: The Meanings Behind His Top Quotes
March 10, 2022
Joseph Pilates may be best known today for his exercises, but he was also a much quoted thinker. Here are 20 of his most famous and inspiring quotes.
Passatelli with creamy asparagus sauce
March 7, 2022
This tasty Passatelli accompanied by creamy asparagus sauce is a must! Follow along with this straight forward recipe to make your own hearty Passatelli.
How food plays a big part in an Italian lifestyle
March 3, 2022
Discussions about which pasta should be used or what wine to have with your meal are conversations Italians have. But why is it so important in the Italian lifestyle
Top 5 benefits of going on a painting holiday
March 1, 2022
Nothing gets the creative juices flowing more than being inspired by new surroundings. Let your eyes wander and picture what you want to paint. Being somewhere new not only poses challenges, but can lead to wonderful new discoveries.
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Italian stereotypes that are actually true
February 28, 2022
There are stereotypes about every country everywhere. This is because of staunch beliefs in their culture, religion or love for food and traditions. Hence why there are many stereotypes about Italians too, some of which are only made up for fun and humour purposes, while others are actually true.
Easy stuffed Crepes with Ricotta and Spinach recipe
February 25, 2022
This rich and tasty dish. Whether it’s summer or winter, these stuffed crepes are perfect for lunch or dinner!
Quick and Easy Sweet Italian Fritters
This sweet treat is a delicious and rich in orange flavour. Each region has its own variation such as this one from Emilia-Romagna.
23 fun facts about Italy you probably didn’t know
February 22, 2022
We have to admit that we thought we knew quite a lot about Italy but when we dug a little further we were surprised to uncover these 18 fun facts about Italy that we didn’t know! And we think you’ll be surprised too!
8 Italian dishes that aren’t really Italian
February 16, 2022
Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the world, with dishes like pizza and pasta served far and wide. However, whilst a number of our favourite “Italian” dishes still have their roots in Italy, many of them have been modified over the years as they’ve become more popular.
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Top 10 Famous Italian Artists and Painters
February 15, 2022
Italy’s impact on art has been incredibly substantial! Find out more about the top 10 most famous Italian artists, many of whom you already know and love!
Chocolate Souffle
February 14, 2022
This tasty chocolate soufflé with a rich chocolate filling is very straight forward to make and is a favourite of our Italian Chef Livia. This recipe is certainly made for all the chocolate lovers out there.
Easy Neapolitan Pasta with Potatoes
February 4, 2022
Enjoyed the Neapolitan Pasta with Potatoes? If you enjoyed the Neapolitan Pasta and Potatoes recipe, click here to try out other delicious Italian recipes on our blog page! For more Italian recipes with Livia, take a look at our Online Classes where you will prepare various delicious Italian dishes
Master this delicious chicken risotto recipe
January 31, 2022
Originating in the Veneto this full of flavour recipe is perfect comfort food for either dinner or lunch. Risi e tochi or chicken and rice.
Minestrone Soup Recipe
January 26, 2022
Enjoyed Minestrone Soup? Join our amazing chefs on their on-demand & online cooking classes, where you can cook along with them and make more delicious dishes. If you’re looking for recipe ideas why not check out our recipe blog, our easy aubergine parmigiana recipe is always popular.