My Simple Potato-Based Meal System for Eating Well on a Budget

I go back and forth between Amsterdam and Bagheria, rarely staying in either place for more than a few weeks at a time.

That means I have to take that into account when I go grocery shopping…

How Strained Yogurt Led Me to Homemade Pita Bread (Easy Recipe)

Over the past month, I've basically been eating pita bread to an almost ridiculous degree.

No, I'm exaggerating. But I've still been eating pita almost every single day.

That's because of three things:

How I Make Thick Greek-Style Yogurt at Home (No Yogurt Maker Needed)

No yogurt maker needed — a simple, energy-free method for making rich, thick Greek-style yogurt using just milk, heat, and natural fermentation.

Apricot and Blackberry Galette (Easy Rustic Fruit Tart Recipe)

Do you like apricots? And do you like blackberries? Then there’s a pretty good chance you’re going to love this apricot–blackberry galette.

Tumminia, Sicilian Pizza, and the Longing for Something Real (with Recipe)

The best pizza I ever had was from a pizza van on Mondello beach in Palermo.
The dough was crisp yet not heavy, but nicely airy.

Pointing at the slice he was taking a big, greedy bite of, another pizza customer there said:

Light Grilled Chicken Recipe with Make‑Ahead Rice Salad

A light, easy dinner that’s perfect for these warm late‑spring evenings outside. Simple to make, full of fresh flavors, and ideal when you want something relaxed without spending too much time in the kitchen. If you’re in the mood for an effortless meal, this one fits right in!

Pasta With Tenerumi (Or Spinach): a Sicilian Summer Dish

Sometimes a summer evening doesn’t start with a plan, but with whatever ends up in the pan.

A handful of vegetables, some pasta, and suddenly you have something that is more than the sum of its parts.

Why I Don’t Make Croque-Monsieur the French Way (And That’s Okay)

I thought I knew how to eat a croque-monsieur… until I saw my friend do this one strange thing with grated carrot...

Easy Vegetarian Ramen Recipe with Egg, Tofu & Miso (Comfort Food Ready in 30 Minutes)

This ramen started as a vegan recipe, turned into my own version over time, and became something my daughter now requests every time she visits...

Healthy & Easy Dessert: Tiramisu-Inspired Greek Yogurt with Strawberries

Craving a dessert that feels indulgent, yet surprisingly light and easy to make? With just a few everyday ingredients, you can create something in no time that tastes like a classic—with a fresh twist.

My Everyday Healthy Vegetable Soup (Easy Meal Prep, High Fiber & Comforting)

Want to know what I eat almost every day?

My “all-in-one” soup: vegetables, fiber, protein, and comfort food in a single bowl.

Simple Sicilian Comfort Food: Swiss Chard with Potatoes and Beans

The best meals aren’t planned—they’re discovered.

This simple Sicilian dish came together with whatever was on hand: fresh, humble ingredients that somehow turn into something far greater than the sum of their parts.

Simple Energy Juice — I First Discovered in Amsterdam

Do you have a slow juicer or a centrifugal juicer?

Try this: