Fine D'Estate... Late Summer...

Every year,  around this time, I start dreaming... dreaming of my favorite time of year. FALL! It's been a hot summer,  and it still is,  but no matter,  to me I feel fall right around the corner. I can smell the fragrance of wild fennel in the morning,  and that different light. Two things which are always the first signs of fall for me.  I have been cooking a lot, and I always cook using seasonal ingredients,  but I look forward to the changes I will make to my meals by using all those favorite flavors of fall.

In Cucina... In The Kitchen...

My kitchen is so much smaller than my previous one... but it's OK.  The main obstacle is only having one oven,  so timing is so important if I am baking an entree,  and bread or focaccia... It doesn't stop me from doing what I love most ,  and I have been doing a lot of cooking and baking.   Whether for a special get together,  a special request from Priscilla (Beef Wellington) or just because...

Pizza alla Griglia.... Grilled Pizza...

So lucky to have such good weather  and be able to Grill Pizza any time of the year...

 Homemade Pesto, Shrimp, Fresh Mozzarella....

Homemade White Sauce, Grilled Zucchini, Caramelized Onion, Ham, Fresh Mozzarella...

Homemade Tapenade, Artichoke Hearts, Goat Cheese, Fresh Arugula...