Waleed Asadi: Shami* Cannoli | كانولي شامي

August 17, 2026 | I have had this idea to create a Shami Cannoli for a while now. The contrasting textures of a cannoli are reminiscent to me of qatayef and knafeh. You have a crispy exterior and creamy filling that works so well together.

I thought what if we fill these cannolis with [and I came up with] a Shami-style filling, something really unique to our part of the world. So today, I finally decided to give it a try.


Click here for the written recipe.

Waleed’s very own selection of spices can be found here. Don’t forget to use the code ZAWI10 for 10% off your first order.

Waleed’s favourite Lebanese olive oil, Les Cousines, can be found here. Don’t forget to use Waleed’s very own special introductory code for 15% off your first order.

Waleed Asadi: Middle Eastern-style Eggplant Bruschetta

This is Waleed’s creative Middle Eastern version of this Italian favourite.
This is the correct pronunciation of the word ‘bruschetta’ as told to us by an Italian lady here »

El Pastificio de Nicola: Immigrant Cuisine: Oxtail Stew and Green Tagliatelle

Sep 29, 2024 | In this video, Andrés presents a special recipe: Oxtail Stew with Green Tagliatelle. Inspired by an unpublished recipe from Doña Petrona, this culinary fusion combines the Galician tradition of oxtail stew with the Italian freshness of green tagliatelle. This dish is not only a delight for the palate but also a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of Galician and Italian immigrants who arrived in Argentina in the 19th century. Join Andrés to discover the secrets of this delicious recipe and enjoy a unique gastronomic experience!

Please click here for the full recipe and then click on ‘more’.

Nb: The language of the subtitles can be changed. – Mark