Winter in Italy calls for slow cooking, rich sauces, and pasta meant to comfort. From long-simmered ragù and buttery cream sauces to rustic beans and vegetable-based recipes, these traditional Italian winter pasta sauces are designed for cold weather, family meals, and lingering at the table. This guide explores the sauces Italians rely on most during winter—why they work, which pasta shapes they pair best with, and how to cook them the traditional way.

Pasta e Ceci is Italy’s beloved one-pot pasta and chickpea dish — ready in about 40 minutes and brimming with rosemary, garlic, and olive-oil flavor.

Italian Apple Cake – Torta di Mele della mia nonna is a tender, rustic cake filled with fresh apples, fragrant lemon zest, and a touch of vanilla. Passed down from my grandmother and perfected with my dad, this nostalgic family recipe is simple to make, naturally moist, and perfect for breakfast, afternoon coffee, or dessert. With diced apples baked inside and thin slices caramelized on top, every bite feels like home.

These 3 roasted zucchini recipes — from chef-inspired pan-roasted spears to classic oven-baking and crispy air frying — deliver perfectly caramelized, flavorful zucchini every time.

Celebrate September with seasonal Italian recipes using tomatoes, figs, peaches, potatoes, and more. This guide blends new creations with timeless classics, all inspired by the Mediterranean diet and New York’s vibrant farmers’ markets. Eat seasonally, cook simply, and savor every bite.

Summer is in full swing, and while a few weekends trips await us, I enjoy being in New York in the summer. The city is buzzing as always, the grass of the park in front of our balcony is greener than ever and the farmer’s …

June seasonal produce offers a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. Eat more seasonal ingredients by cooking some delicious Italian recipes for your summer salad, quick dinner or indulgent treats!

What to cook in May is a collection of recipes based on seasonal ingredients that are available now. May brings a lot of fresh produce and asparagus, strawberries and peas are filling the farmers market! Whether you are looking for easy weeknight dinners or refreshing salads …

Although February is the shortest month of the year, it is packed with holidays and events. Valentine’s Day, Superbowl Sunday and Mardi gras all revolve around food, so figuring out what to cook in February can be a challenge if you want to celebrate it …

January is the strangest month of the year for me. While it marks the start of a new year and the need to clear my mind and drive what matters in my life, I also feel I need to take it slow since everything around …