Recipes

Carbonara RecipeJanuary 14, 2021Trips 2 ItalyOne of Rome’s famous pasta dishes, carbonara is popular throughout the Italian peninsula. The ingredients are simple, yet timing and technique are the most difficult parts of this dish. It may take a few attempts to master carbonara, but trust us it will be well worth it.Prep Time8 minCook Time10

Struffoli RecipeDecember 17, 2020Trips 2 ItalyOriginating in Naples, this sweet treat can be found in other parts of southern Italy as well, such as Calabria and Sicily, under different names and topped with other ingredients. Traditionally prepared during the Christmas Season, Neapolitan struffoli are served with honey and brightly colored sprinkles.Prep Time30 minCook Time35 minTotal

HugoNovember 28, 2020Trips 2 ItalyAlso referred to as the Alto Adige Spritz or the White Spritz, the Hugo is a variation of Spritz from the South Tyrol area of northern Italy. Invented in 2005, this refreshing drink with a low alcohol content is a perfect option for an aperitivo.Prep Time5 minTotal Time5 minYield1 ServingCuisineItalianCourseDrinksCooking MethodMixing

AmericanoNovember 25, 2020Trips 2 ItalyAn Italian cocktail with origins steeped in legend, the Americano can be traced back to the 1860s and is considered to be the “father” of the Negroni. Favored by none other than James Bond in several of Ian Fleming’s novels, the Americano is a timeless classic.Prep Time5 minTotal Time5 minYield1 ServingCuisineItalianCourseDrinksCooking

BelliniNovember 5, 2020Trips 2 ItalyInstantly recognizable due to its striking color reminiscent of a sunset, the Bellini made its debut in the 1940s at Harry’s Bar in Venice. The bar’s jet set clientele, which included the likes of Ernest Hemingway and Humphrey Bogart, ensured that this refreshing drink quickly became popular around the world.Prep Time5

Pasta Fredda (Cold Pasta)November 4, 2020Trips 2 ItalyA simple and refreshing dish, pasta fredda (cold pasta) can be enjoyed all summer long. The following recipe keeps things simple with tomatoes and mozzarella, but feel free to experiment with whatever ingredients you have on hand such as olives, peppers, vegetables, seafood—the possibilities are endless!Prep Time20 minCook

Pasta con pesto alla genoveseNovember 1, 2020Trips 2 ItalyThis iconic sauce will immediately transport you to the sunny region of Liguria. Many families have their own personal ratios for pesto, but the key ingredients remain the same. The following recipe is a simple and quick version that comes together with a food processor, however if

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino RecipeOctober 24, 2020Trips 2 ItalyTraditionally served with spaghetti, this simple, yet flavorful pasta dish is perfect to throw together in a pinch. The use of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and careful sautéing of the garlic and chili pepper are the keys to perfect aglio, olio e peperoncino.Prep Time5 minCook Time15

NegroniSeptember 1, 2020Trips 2 ItalyA classic drink with an approximately 100-year history, the Negroni is one of Italy’s enduring cocktails. The Negroni has inspired countless variations and new drinks over the years, yet it remains in a league of its own.Prep Time5 minTotal Time5 minYield1 ServingCuisineItalianCourseDrinksCooking MethodMixing IngredientsFor Negroni:Ice1 oz gin1 oz ml red vermouth1