A tender, deeply chocolate cake made with olive oil instead of butter. Unfrosted, restrained, and meant to be served simply — a February dessert for lingering.
OLIVE OIL CHOCOLATE CAKE
CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN WITH WHITE WINE & THYME
Tender chicken gently simmered in a creamy garlic white wine sauce with fresh thyme. A comforting yet refined winter dinner meant for slow evenings and extra bread.
PASTA WITH SHALLOTS, CREAM & BLACK PEPPER
Silken pasta wrapped in a gentle cream sauce with softened shallots and freshly cracked black pepper. An understated February dish that lingers softly, long after the last bite.
WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY
Silky whipped ricotta finished with honey, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper — an understated appetizer meant for warm bread, shared plates, and lingering winter evenings.
Chicken Alfredo with Peas, Pesto & Parmesan
A comforting bowl of creamy chicken alfredo brightened with sweet peas, pesto, and plenty of Parmesan. Shared as a January bonus, this familiar winter pasta is rich without being heavy — perfect for cozy midweek dinners and generous bowls served warm.
SPINACH CANNELLONI with PARMESAN SAUCE
A quietly elegant winter dish of tender cannelloni filled with greens and baked beneath a blanket of creamy Parmesan sauce. This Spinach Cannelloni is comforting without being heavy — made for lingering dinners and softly lit January evenings.
An Elegantly Simple Italian-Inspired New Year’s Eve Supper
An elegantly simple New Year’s Eve supper inspired by Italian flavors, flickering candlelight, and the quiet joy of gathering. A menu meant to be savored slowly, welcoming the year with warmth and intention.
The Kitchen Garden
Kitchen Keepsakes
La Vie en Thé