Italian Archives - Aroma and Essence

Classic Crunchy Almond Biscotti

My almond biscotti are crunchy, easy to make, and outright delicious. They are perfect for dunking in your coffee or cappuccino and make a great gift.

Mediterranean Breakfast Toast

This Mediterranean breakfast toast is a perfect brunch. Creamy ricotta, crunchy vegetables, and soft poached eggs topped on a piece of toast.

Dessert | Gluten Free | Italian | Mediterranean

Saffron Panna Cotta

This saffron panna cotta is going to become your favourite dessert. It’s delicate, creamy, naturally sweetened, and takes no time to make and enjoy.

Entree | Italian | Mediterranean | Side | Vegetarian

Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Spinach

This creamy pesto gnocchi is a perfectly easy meal for a week night. Made with mushrooms, spinach, and cream, it cooks up in less than 20 mins.

Entree | Gluten Free | Italian | Mediterranean | Side

Gluten Free Zucchini Fritters

These flavourful zucchini and eggplant fritters are the best you’ll ever have. They can be whipped up and enjoyed in no time at all.

Entree | Italian | Mediterranean | Pasta | Vegetarian

Delicious Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes

This delicious yet simple orzo with cherry tomato and fresh herbs is a perfect summer recipe. It pairs well with all kinds of protein of choice.

Dessert | Gluten Free | Italian | Mediterranean | Summer

The Perfect Summer Mango Granita

This naturally sweetened summer mango granita is the perfect way to end a backyard dinner. This Italian dessert is a must try for any summer party.

Raw Zucchini Salad with Bocconcini

This simple raw zucchini salad with bocconcini is one of the best ways to enjoy summer’s bounty. Flavourful and healthy, it’s the best side dish for any barbecue.

Asparagus Mascarpone Risotto

This creamy asparagus mascarpone risotto will turn any carnivore into a vegetarian. The creaminess of the mascarpone combined with the crunch of the asparagus is a sure success.

Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

This simple heirloom tomato and mozzarella salad is so easy to make yet so full of flavour. It’s topped with my sun dried tomato and olive oil dressing which makes it perfect for any dinner.