September 2014 – Ale Gambini

September 29, 2014September 29, 2014Baking Bread

Baking Bread: Episode #4 : Gnocco Fritto (Fried Dough)

Gnocco Fritto is a traditional fried dough from Emilia-Romagna region, served with Italian cured meats, cheeses and paired with Lambrusco wine. Learn how to make Gnocco Fritto on my new cooking series : Baking Bread. For the recipe, please visit http://breadloveanddreams.com/baking-bread

September 24, 2014October 13, 2015Desserts

Pumpkin Fritters…Welcome Fall !!!

Did you know that adding sparkling water to the batter makes the fritters lighter and crispier? So, taking advantage of Ferrarelle sparkling water I’ve been given, I made delicious fritters with the quintessential symbol of autumn : pumpkin. Ferrarelle is the sparkling water of my childhood, its distinctive green glass bottle with the red label was […]

September 20, 2014September 20, 2014Quote

“Food Is…

“Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate.” Alan D. Wolfelt Photo by Ale Gambini

September 17, 2014June 2, 2015Desserts

Lemon Hazelnut Ciambellone

I’ve always loved to bake Ciambelle, the traditional Italian cakes with the hole, and this one is a huge one so I’ll call it Ciambellone (big ciambella). This ciake has a delightful, airy texture with a citrus and nutty flavor. I used to enjoy a slice of this delicious treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. […]

September 14, 2014April 9, 2015Secondi Piatti and Contorni

Pink Grapefruit-Honey Caramelized Barramundi

Yes, I’m in love with this delicious fish and since I discovered it, I try to cook barramundi in every way. My very last creation is a healthy and savory dish with a tangy and sweet twist. I caramelized two fish filets with an organic, super juicy pink grapefruit, clover honey and a shot of […]