I love this refreshing summer sangria, a lighter take on the typical red wine version. This past weekend was Memorial Day in the USA which is typically celebrated by gathering with friends and barbecuing. And in the autumn season, I typically bring a pitcher of Autumn Sangria with me to such gatherings. But since the…
Summer Recipes
Watermelon Juice Coolers
Homemade Limoncello Recipe
This limoncello recipe came from a kitchen towel I found at the open air market in Sorrento, Italy. With only four ingredients, homemade limoncello is actually quite easy to make. All it takes is a little patience as you wait for the lemon oils to infuse the vodka. I have the limoncello recipe posted here…
Coffee Gelato Recipe
There’s nothing I love more than coffee, except maybe a biscotti with my coffee. Well … then there is coffee gelato with biscotti. Biscotti is actually short for “biscotti di Prato” meaning a twice-baked cake from the Italian city of Prato. While I’ve never been to Prato, if their claim to fame is biscotti and…
Vanilla Lavender Gelato
Melon Coolers with Honey Ginger Lime Marinade
We are experiencing quite the heat wave this summer. One step outside will have you feeling like you’ve walked into an oven or sauna. A summer so hot the devil himself is sweating. In an attempt to cool off, I’ve made several batches of homemade gelato, but was craving something a bit more healthy and refreshing …