When I was asked to be a part of a charity auction benefiting Alexandra's Playground back in October, I jumped at the opportunity.  So here's what happened. My good friend and consulting chef, Pas...

  Ciao a Tutti! This week on Cooking with Nonna, my very own Nonna Romana will be on hand to show us the ins-and-outs of the notoriously curly octopus.  "Polpi in Acqua Loro" (Octopus in its own water...

  Ciao a Tutti! With summer finally at full voice, we're making a return trip to the Adriatic sun-soaked Mola di Bari in the region of Puglia .  Sharing the seat next to us in our beautifully appointe...

Ciao a Tutti! It's hard to believe that it's our two-week anniversary, but here we are!  And before I get to the news, I'd just like to take a moment to thank everyone for their warm wishes, and also ...