The United Nations officially established the observance in 2012, and the first celebration took place in 2013. Held every year on March 20, the day is now recognized worldwide, with countries, communities, and organizations promoting activities that encourage positivity, kindness, and mental well‑being.

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 I love that here in Italy I can get sausage balls without casings and am able to create quick recipes using balls or mashing them to make a sauce. Today I used them to make a quick and easy tagliatelle pasta. You can use sausage links and remove the casings as well. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 250 gr sausage meat 3 tbsp vegetable broth 50 gr diced onion 210 gr tomato sauce 130 gr arrabbiata sauce 2 tbsp tomato paste Garl

Tender rabbit slow stewed with onions and sweet peppers, simmered in white wine until rich and flavorful. Served over warm, creamy polenta that soaks up the savory sauce for a comforting and hearty Northern Italian classic, called Polenta e Tocio.

I did a taste test between Gianduia and Nutella and found that Gianduia has a more profound taste of hazelnuts and chocolate. It truly is way better than Nutella and therefore I had to put it into puff pastry rolls. Warning, these didn’t make it to dessert, they were eaten before dinner because the kids couldn’t stop eating them. Therefore, hide them 🤣

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 When you don’t know what to make, a stir fry is a great option because you can put anything in it. Today it was pork and broccoli with yummy noodles. Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable broth 250 gr lean pork cut into small pieces 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp vegetable broth – plus as required 1 small onion, sliced 3 small peppers, julienned 400 gr blanched broccolini flowerets Soya sauce to taste Honey sriracha sauce to taste Garlic sal

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Cooking with friends is priceless - I came up with this recipe because I wanted something I could cook around midday. A dish perfect for a late lunch or early dinner — and one that my friend Indira and I could make together while enjoying each other’s company. Rice, creamy chicken and a tomato, cucumber and bocconcini salad made this a complete meal.

Whenever we head into the city, we take the train to Milano, arriving at Centrale station. From there, we hop on the metro to the Duomo, which is always our starting point when we visit Milan. We never miss the chance to pause, admire the breathtaking cathedral, and snap a selfie — it’s a ritual that never loses its magic. Then comes our next stop, just a short five-minute walk away: the Milan Starbucks… and not just any Starbucks.

Whenever we had Thanksgiving dinner in Canada, I would make this as a side dish, and it is loved by all. I didn’t measure the ingredients as I didn’t have a scale but gave rough estimates. You can make as much or as little as you want.

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Reaching my 1500th blog post feels both surreal and deeply gratifying. What began as a small corner of the internet has grown into a living, breathing space filled with ideas, experiences, lessons, and stories. Over time, this website has evolved into more than just a platform — it has become a reflection of curiosity, creativity, and a genuine passion for sharing meaningful content and to remind everyone to “Live life well always, because we only have one!”

Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 6 This lasagna with left over Ricotta Spinach filling from my Italian Chicken Rolls and then I added ground turkey, asparagus and orange cauliflower with a béchamel sauce is absolutely a lasagna full of yummy layers. Great option to the traditional Bolognese style one and your guests will love it. Like all lasagnas you have to prepare all the layers which takes time but it is worth it. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 220 gr

I love creating new recipes, and this apricot chicken turned out absolutely delicious. My granddaughter Ariana was over, and naturally, she had to help Nonna make dinner. She’s not even three years old and already feels at home in the kitchen. Cooking with little ones is such a joy — those moments become precious memories, especially since they grow up far too fast.

Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 Having tortellini in the freezer makes it for a quick full of flavour meal because the tortellini thaw out as you cook them and the extra filling inside them also makes the meal hearty. Today I used pork filled tortellini, but you can use cheese ones if you like. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth, plus as required 50 gr sliced onions 115 gr sliced pancetta or bacon 3 tbsp mascarpone cheese 1 tsp minced hot pepper paste 100 ml ve

Each year on February 17, people around the globe observe Random Acts of Kindness Day. This meaningful day invites us to offer kindness freely, without looking for recognition or reward. It celebrates sharing love, joy, and compassion through simple, unexpected gestures.

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 This recipe is usually made with chicken, but I had these thin pork filets in the freezer and created this recipe that is not only easy but very tasty. I paired it with my Roasted Cauliflower to make it a full meal. Ingredients 250 gr thin pork filets Garlic salt or salt and pepper to taste 5 tbsp flour 1 tsp granulated garlic 1 tsp granulated onion 1 tbsp dried parley 2 eggs 2 tbsp grated parmigiano cheese 2 tbsp butter 3

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 This is an easy, healthy and quick side dish that goes well with anything and today I’ve paired it with my Pork Francaise . It is a wonderful meal. Ingredients 640 gr cauliflower cut into florets – I used the three types, but you can use a cauliflower head 75 ml olive oil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ tbsp garlic granules ½ tbsp onion flakes 1 tbsp dried parsley 1 tsp paprika Grated Grana Padano cheese to taste Dried parsley to t

These chicken rolls are stuffed with ricotta, spinach, pancetta and cheese therefore, it doesn’t get more Italian! I made extra filling so I could make a baked pasta the next day which was just as delicious as the chicken rolls.

Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 8 This turkey with asparagus and cauliflower in a white sauce pasticcio or also known as lasagna is a great option to the traditional Bolognese style one because it is a lot lighter but full of flavour. Like all lasagnas you have to prepare all the layers which takes time but it is worth it. Ingredients 270 gr diced and steamed asparagus 500 gr diced and steamed cauliflower 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp vegetable broth 600 gr ground t

My nonna used to make pasta e patate when I was little because dad and I loved it. I’ve tried to replicate her recipe, and I think it was pretty close. Being Calabrese, she always added a little bit of hot peppers or flakes to make it taste better.