May 7, 2023 | As the instigator of a Carbonara revolution, transforming the way this traditional dish is made around the world, I tried an endless number [of recipes] while in Rome. Given [that] I have been cooking it for decades and not wanting to steer to far from the original, I did my best to study how some of the best chefs in Rome made it. What a sacrifice!
Every year, I attempt to make a carbonara that tops the last, but I think this 2023 spaghetti carbonara might just be my best one yet! It's so creamy, yet has a crunchy bite at the end. And I am going to teach you a great new cooking technique to get the perfect sauce.
Feb 8, 2025 | Pairing pasta with the right sauce is something I am really passionate about! While any sauce can technically go with any pasta, if you really want to elevate your dish and savour every bite, choosing the perfect match can really change how a dish comes together, not to mention how it tastes!
If you’re anything like me (a pasta lover through and through), you’ve probably noticed the massive amount of pasta shapes out there. Fun fact: there are over 500+ types of pasta, each crafted for a specific purpose. From the ridges on rigatoni that cling to hearty sauces to the delicate strands of spaghetti perfect for lighter, silky options, every shape is designed to create a perfectly delicious pasta dish.
In this guide, we'll explore some of the most popular pasta shapes and the sauces that complement them best. Let’s get into it!
Mar 8, 2020 | SYDNEY | Spaghetti aglio e olio is one of the world’s top ten dishes and it’s not hard to understand why! With just a couple of ingredients and barely any time, you can serve up one of the most traditional Italian dishes that exists: Spaghetti aglio e olio. The most important thing to remember is to cook your pasta al dente and use the best quality extra virgin olive oil you can find. Give it an extra kick with fresh or dried peperoncino and it really is the perfect match.
May 31, 2020 • Neapolitan pizza dough is the most recognized in the world, but many get it wrong, so I’ve enlisted world champion pizza maker, Johnny Di Francesco to teach us his secrets to how to make neapolitan pizza dough. True to Italian tradition, Neapolitan pizza dough is made up of very few ingredients, water, salt, yeast and all-important flour. The taste and crunch make all the difference, so watch as we pair it back and respect the simplicity of this fine dough. This is the first episode in a series completely dedicated to pizza. If you aren’t already obsessed with perfecting your version of Neapolitan pizza, you will be with these traditional methods that will ensure you get it right each and every time. This is how to make Neapolitan Pizza dough like a World Best Pizza Chef
Mar 15, 2020 • Bolognese sauce smothered over your favorite pasta is known to warm the heart and perfect for any day of the week. This pork and beef mince based bolognese sauce has a special, often forgotten ingredient that makes all the difference…moist, juicy pancetta! The key to keeping Bolognese sauce moist and flavoursome is slow cooking it, keeping all the meat luscious and tender.
We recommend making an extra-large batch and storing extra in the fridge or freezer for a mid-week meal that will take you right back to Italy.
