There is something about early May in Switzerland that feels quietly generous. The markets begin to change, the light stretches a little longer into the evening, and suddenly, almost without noticing, there are flowers everywhere. Not the grand, composed bouquets, but the small ones. The ones that grow close to […]
More than five years ago, I shared this white bean hummus with red onions and radicchio recipe on my blog. A dish rooted in simplicity, seasonality, and deep flavour. You can find the original post here:https://antonettasantagata.com/2021/02/white-bean-hummus-with-red-onions-and-radicchio/ Returning to it now, it feels just as relevant. Perhaps even more so. This […]
There are moments when a recipe comes back to you not because you planned it, but because you need it. This week has been spent largely in the air: many hours on planes, moving between places, time zones and meetings. Travelling can be enriching and inspiring, but it can also […]
The other day, while looking for something entirely different, I “found” a handful of Brussels sprouts hiding at the back of my fridge: slightly wilted, no longer at their proud best … and yes, this happens to me too. Food waste doesn’t always come from excess or overbuying. Often it’s […]
There is something deeply satisfying about preserving the best flavours of each season. This homemade nectarine chutney, with its balance of sweetness, gentle warmth, and subtle acidity, captures late-summer sunshine in a jar. It’s one of those small kitchen projects that rewards you again and again — especially when paired […]
Discover the Bozi Pear — a traditional Swiss variety from Fribourg that shines when cooked. Simple, seasonal, and perfect for cosy autumn and winter moments, this recipe brings out its delicate, aromatic flavour and lets it take its rightful place on the plate. The other day at the market I […]
At Cibo & Vino, every pop-up dinner is more than a menu – it’s a celebration of stories, traditions, and the people behind the ingredients. Just as we carefully choose producers who share our values when it comes to food, the same care goes into everything that sets the scene […]
At Cibo & Vino, every dish tells a story — not just of flavour, but of the people, places, and values behind each ingredient. Today, I’m shining a light on two suppliers whose commitment to quality and sustainability makes them a perfect fit for our table. First, Valdibella : their […]
Some meals are best eaten slowly. Others are simply made to refresh, nourish, and carry you through the summer heat – like this salad we enjoyed some nights ago. With the temperature still lingering high well past sunset, we turned to what felt right: lukewarm Beluga lentils, tender tuna, juicy […]
If you’re looking to add a touch of beauty and a unique flavour to your dishes, look no further than the carnation! Yes, the same vibrant flowers often found in bouquets can also be enjoyed at your table—specifically, their petals. What do carnation petals taste like? Carnation petals are known […]
This weekend, I embarked on a fun project—making my very own magnolia salt! Not only is it a stunning addition to any dish, but it also brings a unique floral twist to your cooking. Let’s dive into the adventure of turning these gorgeous blossoms into a culinary delight! The Magic […]
Good food is a basic right. I truly believe that everyone deserves access to food that is not only delicious but also produced with care for people and the planet. This is why Slow Food principles—good, clean, and fair—are at the heart of everything I do 🫶🏽 Cooking, for me, […]
Radicchio comes in a range of colours, from deep red to vibrant pink, speckled white, and even pale green. Its signature bitterness comes from natural compounds that help protect the plant—and, as it turns out, they’re good for us too! Bitter foods stimulate digestion, support liver function, and balance our […]
Some dishes are more than just food—they are an experience, a moment of connection, a source of strength and purpose. This warming bowl, inspired by Anna Jones, embodies everything we believe in: slow food, homemade and real ingredients, and the power of gathering around the table. At Cibo & Vino, […]
Tender organic chicken legs are first marinated, then slow-roasted in a luscious mix of both orange and lemon zest and juice. Whole garlic heads, a generous splash of white wine (or white martini for a twist!) as well as a medley of carrots, leeks, and fresh parsley deepen the flavours. […]
As a host, I’ve discovered that crafting a memorable dining experience is about more than just good food: it’s about passion, the love for ingredients, the joy of creation and the stories behind every dish. It’s also about harmony, the balance between flavours, the beauty of a carefully set table, […]
Do you love exploring the world through food? For me, as a devoted foodie, one of the most delightful ways to dive into a new culture is by savouring its local cuisine. On a recent trip to Indonesia, I seized every chance to immerse myself in its vibrant flavours—and yes, […]
Is there a better way to celebrate #WorldVegetarianDay than with this dreamy combo: vibrant pumpkin kissed by earthy sage? Pure autumn magic in every bite! What’s your go-to vegetarian combo this season? I’d love to hear it! Connect with me over at Cibo & Vino Cookbook Club and drop me a […]
Just one week ago, Cibo & Vino Cookbook Club hosted a mouthwatering pop-up dinner celebrating our star ingredient—the beloved tomato! 🍅 As I look back on that delicious evening, I can still taste the harmony of flavors. Food lovers indulged in a variety of dishes, some familiar and some delightfully unexpected. […]
We are finally in full summer here in Switzerland, and fruits are at their peak – including my beloved tomatoes! With warm evenings still lingering, what could be better than a lukewarm fregola salad for dinner? Imagine ripe tomatoes, juicy peaches, succulent nectarines, tangy olives, fresh basil, and finely sliced […]
For those of you who follow my culinary adventures closely, you might have noticed that the much-anticipated inaugural Cibo & Vino Cookbook Club Dinner didn’t take place on April 25 as planned. However, last week the stars finally aligned, and I hosted my very first guests for an evening of […]
Indulge in an early Spring delight with this light dinner that not only satisfies your taste buds but also delights your senses! Picture this: tender beetroot, sliced with precision just like Hasselback potatoes, lovingly seasoned with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and a hint of […]
Why settle for roses in the midst of winter when you can embrace the vibrant allure of rosa? Join me in the delightful campaign initiated by @natoora, where we celebrate the season of radicchio over roses. Picture this: a salad crafted with love and a touch of rosa, making it […]
Embark on a culinary adventure as we bid adieu to the pumpkin season in style! Picture this: layers of golden pumpkin intertwined with robust salsicce, crafting a masterpiece that transforms an ordinary winter day into a gastronomic delight. In this enchanting gastronomic symphony, the bold trio of sage, rosemary, and […]
Winter in Zurich has been a thrilling rollercoaster of temperatures lately, ranging from a mild 3 degrees to a surprising 13 degrees, with a chilly dip to -10 in between. But isn’t that the essence of our new winter adventure? Speaking of winter delights, imagine savoring the perfect taste of […]
What makes a weekend truly perfect, you ask? Well, let me paint you a vibrant picture! On Friday night, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting a dinner for a long-lost family friend. After years of lost contact, our paths crossed again a couple of weeks ago. Picture this: porcini […]
The recent weather drop had me yearning for some hearty eats. As a meat lover, I couldn’t wait for game season, which is in full swing right now. I’m lucky to be in a city that serves up local Swiss game with some strict but much-needed rules – especially for […]
With just a couple of ingredients this dish unites the freshness of a burrata, the crunchiness of the hazelnuts and the wintery hearty feeling of the Brussels sprouts and bacon. A keeper … at least in my house.
I can’t recommend this dish highly enough: three different tastes and textures of fish/seafood, the creaminess of coconut milk and the tang of a garlic, corriander and lime marinade. Served in a bowl of hearty rice this is a warm hug both for your soul and your stomach. You will […]
With the blood orange season in full swing, this vibrant coloured salad will bring vitamins and a warm heart to your dinner. I served it with a steak and some nice bread to scoop up the sauces.
Many of you have probably already found and followed online recepies for a pumpkin risotto, so I will spare you the detailed receipe and jump straight into the sensations: With some spare pumpkin (from the amazing pumpkin and chocolate cake I made the other day) and some white wine, I […]
I was looking forward to freshness … a fresh salad with an equally fresh sauce. The combination of tahini, lime zest and juice as well as freshly pressed garlic gave the lamb‘s lettuce a nice nip, whilst the beetroot added it‘s round earthy taste. Will definitely try more sauces with […]
It has been one of those days … I am tired, cold and hungry… When opening my fridge I feel gratitude for what I find: a bright orange pumpkin, some smoked bacon and a bunch of sage. I also remember a can of cannellini beans in my pantry. Within a […]
With the season of figs in full swing – my endless desire to eat figs and a crave for ricotta I decided to adapt the great receipe of Emiko Davies somewhat to make it a feast.
It has been a while since I have been baking my own bread – mainly because of rather intense travelling over the last month. I am however back to my routine of baking bread … and as such also to the routine of eating a home-made sandwich. Today’s edition was […]
The spicy sausage, the colourful peppers and the salty ricotta salata…a quick mid-week pasta dish satisfying cravings on yet another cold and wet summer evening. A colorful and spicy mid-week pasta dish
I based myself on the delicious galette from Falastin with beetroot and feta and turned it into a version à la provençale with chèvre and a lot of thyme as well as honey from the region. A labour of love which is worth every minute of thought and work. To […]
I am currently still in the beautiful Provence and one of the many things I enjoy are the marchés des producteurs. The other day I found some gorgeous looking beetroot and could not hold myself. Don‘t you just love these leaves…they look like they have blood going through their veins. […]
We found some delicious looking pulpo last weekend at the market in Pernes-les-Fontaines and I could simply not resist the freshness and temptation! I made this receipe up as I went along and was really happy with the overall taste and the balanced flavours … the lemon zest, the taste […]
What is a balanced meal for you? Do you have a list of what you should resp should not be eating? Do you trust your cravings? For last night’s dinner party I went for what my guests and I like, knowing that all in all it is a balanced meal: […]
What a day…full to the brim with exciting projects, webinars, neighbors …. It is therefore not a surprise that dinner plans went sideways … but Thank God for orzo: a quick and vegetarian comforting plate of orzo mixed with spinach and cherry tomatoes served with ricotta and lemon zest.
After a day at work, an intensive lunchtime workout and a webinar about food diplomacy and the impact of cooks, I was craving for a tasty and satisfying Spring midweek dinner. Within a few minutes I had prepared this beautiful dish with new potatoes and fresh peas seasoned with EVO […]
Can you believe it, but until a couple of days ago, I had never made what is THE traditional Sunday lunch for my Italian part of the family myself: braciole al sugo. For me it has always been a very special treat when I visit them and I guess this […]
We are finally (again) in the phase, where you hopp from one season to another within a few hours. This beautiful morning sunlit composition shows you Mother Nature’s answer in terms of vegetables: the picturesque Castelfranco almost steals the show while the newly available basil and asparagus just dare to […]
Spent the afternoon in Basel to see a lovely exhibition and an extraordinary installation. Before going to the museum, we stopped to visit the Münster and saw some creative flags done by the citizens of Basel to express what they currently feel and want to share. My favorite is the […]
When a foodie wants to impress a restaurant owner … Both the super tasty cornbread from Ottolenghi‘s Simple and the delicious blood orange and pistachio cake from Honey & Co look amazing but unfortunately they were not quite right in terms of texture this time around. Lessons learned for next […]
No other dish gives me more comfort and at the same time makes me miss my nonna so much: pasta e piselli. I have finally found the real Italian salsiccia, which gives this dish the spicy touch. The fresh peas and the leek give it the herby-flavour and the ditalli […]
Not bad for a Monday lunch: homemade sourdough discard bread with roasted hazelnuts, homemade relish with Alpenkäse curtesy of #babette and some nice and crunchy Treviso radicchio
After my first 20 min run in a year and just before an inspriring webinar for International Women’s Day, a quick and nearly entirely homemade sandwich gives me strengh for the afternoon ahead. The first of wild garlic in my kitchen this season gives the sandwich a nice and sharp […]
This citrusy cake tastes as vibrant as it looks. Letitia Clark’s receipe is a perfect way out of a winter depression … the Southern sun literally shines in your kitchen. The cake needs to be completely cooled before it is served and will keep well for 3-4 days. A very […]
This risotto surprises with the freshness of the pomegranate seeds, the sharp ruccola as well as with the creaminess of the manchego. A vegetarian risotto with a surprisingly fresh taste
Who said that hummus can only be made out of chickpeas? This tasty hummus has white beans as a basis, which is nicely complimented by the caramelised onion wedges and radicchio leaves. Another great Diana Henry receipe, which I will definitely be making again, and again, and again…
A few days ago I saw a post from @emikodavies which inspired me to try out this unusual combination of a bitter salad in a sweet cake … a beautiful cake … ready to sweeten my Monday morning
Inspired by the creative Anna Jones, I have decided to treat myself to this colourful wintery curd making the most out of the fantastic clementines I recently received. As the days are still quite dark and not always as bright as I would like them to be, this extra boost […]
My first receipe of the new year: an Ottolenghi inspired wintery one pot chicken receipe, which satisfies both the sweet and the savory tooth. I decided to serve this dish with Jerusalem artichoke, which nicely soaked up the fruity juices. A wintery sweet and savory chicken one pot receipe
We are in the middle of fig season and maybe you are just like me: you just can’t get enough…! This full-on Mediterranean cake brings out quite some intense flavours – and not only of figs. Inspired by #annajones, I have adapted her receipe somewhat to my likings. The hazelnut […]
A warm welcome to autumn into my kitchen…what a way to start the pumpkin season…hearty pumpkin and lentils with the freshness of burrata – definitely a keeper in my house! Also this receipe is #inspriredbyottolenghi. I like to serve this warm, so that the fresh burrata cuts into the hearty […]
Inspired by the great #ottolenghi I have tweaked the original receipe somewhat – what a great way to lighten up this umami pasta dish: first and not last time that I made zoodles (coming from noodles and zucchini). This dish is a great way to bring back a bit of […]
This hearty tomato tart is a great way to use up any super ripe tomatoes you might still have. Served with a green salad, this is a light and super tasty lunch. A hearty and very tasty tomato tart
Just before another summer weekend, I thought I would share the receipe for this flavour-intensive salad with the best that nature has to offer at this moment: ripe and sun-blessed tomatoes, firm zucchinis and sharp basil. This easy to make salad can be kept 1-2 days and is best with […]
Inspired by Ottolenghi, I have made my own version of this delicious starter. I served it with pita bread on the first day and then had it as a salad with green leaves the second day. The aubergine will keep well in the fridge for 2-3 days…and they will only […]
Muhammara is a dip made from red pepperoni and walnuts. It is lovely in a cheese sandwich, served with grilled red meet or just as a dip – as I served it the other day. The fava bean mash is a nice contrast to the rather spicy muhammara, which can […]
This is more a “putting together of ingredients” rather than a receipe… I could not resist the fresh fava beans on the market, which according to Roman tradition should be served with a fairly young pecorino. I happened to have Mimolette at home, which is a perfect contrast in taste, […]
I was asked for my shakshuka receipe…there are already so many out there, but I must admit, this one did taste very good! As with many receipes, shakshuka tastes the best when you put a lot of love…and what you have in the fridge….into it!
I just recently got this amazing book “Brunch the Sunday way”, which has very inspiring receipes…not only for brunch. I made these pancakes the other day for dinner…a great combination of 8 different vegis and greens. As with all pancakes, make sure the dough is fluffy enough so that the […]
I wanted to give myself the challenge of making my own receipe for a strawberry cake: mission completed…with a “not too bad success”: I put too much of the filling and assembled the cake the evening before we ate it … so lessons leart and already incorporated into the receipe […]
I have posted this delicious summery fish stew before…but not as a full receipe. For me this stew works particularly well with rice – I used black venere rice, which gave this dish a hearty touch as this rice stays “al dente”. You can equally serve this dish with a […]
It’s definitely the season for this amazing pie: a lot of fruit, which is nicely embedded in this very rich dough. A treat for the eyes, taste buds and soul.
To find land seaweed (or barba di frate in Italian) is a real treat….which I definitely don’t miss out on. This vegetable looks like a mixture of chives and seaweed…comes with quite strong roots, which need to be carefully removed before cooking. Some add anchovies to the mixture, I prefer […]
A quick weekday dinner with some of the best spring has to offer: cime di rape and new potatoes. As Italian, I felt this dish needed a traditional Italian sausage to complete it.
This is a perfect weekday receipe for all the pasta lovers out there: it is quickly put together and sooo tasty – the lemon gives this dish the freshness, while the creamy chèvre makes it umami. Obviously you can play around with the ingredients and use any cheese and most […]
We had a lot of fresh herbs/greens in the fridge the other day and I thought it would be a pitty to throw them away – I am a vicious fighter against food waste. This cake was a lovely side to a BBQ, where we had salads and some vegi […]
I don’t know about you, but for me fresh peas are one of the better things in life – directly from the field would be the best…! For yesterday’s Mother’s Day, I made this light and springly frittata, which I served with some crème fraîche, lemon zest and a bit […]
Mainly insprired by the mediterranean ways of cooking chicken, I quickly made this very tasty and full-on flavoured chicken the other day. The lemon and olives bring out the best in chicken – there is no need to add much more. I served this with a warm lentil and beetroot […]
The receipe in “The Baking Book” from Honey & Co. starts off with the words that receipes are like nomads…they travel from one person/family to the next and each time they get changed / adapted a bit. I have done the same…but am thankful for the inspiration that I have […]
Had not made labna for a while now and was very happy to have found fresh oregano, which I believe goes particularly well with the labna balls. You might think that it is a waste of oil…it is not…the oil can and should be used for many more yummy receipes…it […]
The weather has turned to be rather wet and cold again (thank God, as we needed the rain sooo badly) and this calls for more comforting food. Try to get a real Italian spicy sausage…the flavour of it will make all the difference for this dish. As you can see […]
Had the chance to get some typical Zurich saussages yesterday, Wiedikerli with fennel seeds, which only needed a colourful and hearty side dish. The waxy potatos needed using, so did the fennel and therefore I decided to prepare this none-mayonnaise potato salad. The leftovers gave a lovely lunch today.
About a week ago I set myself a challenge: home made brioche….and I am sooooo proud 😊 For sure I will make this a regular for my brunches…but the main ingredient, time, will probably be more of a challenge then during this lockdown period. The ingredients and method are not […]
After a few days of my endless love and dedication to Italian food, I decided to turn to Spain…not a bad culinary country either… This tasty and quick tortilla used up potatoes, some eggs, a pepper, some parsely as well as tomatoes. I served it warm and with jamon.
From time to time it is wonderful to profite from previous intensive cooking and just enjoy leftovers: chicken with preserved lemon, beetroot risotto and a crunchy green salad. By the way, the chicken, beetroot, salad and cabbage tunip are all locally grown.
Another Italian Easter tradition: after the richness of Easter and in full spring, once the first greens of the year can be harvested, Italians like to bake what they call Erbazzone…erba is grass… an assembly of greens. It is tasty the day you make it and it is a great […]
And another great receipe from Sicily: eggplant caponata: never did I think that the mise-en-place was as important as during my first on-line cooking class today! What I also learnt is that the eggplant cubes need to be floating in the oli while frying. Put as many cubes as the […]
I had previously tried the semolina clementine cake, which is also rather moist and full of flavours, but no doubt this orange cake is richer and an explosion of southern Italian sun. For the batter, mix 3 eggs and 250g suger until they are very light and fluffy. It is […]
It was not difficult to imagine that beetroot risotto would turn out pink. I kept the traditional risotto receipe with first frying an onion and some garlic, then adding the rice…once this was shiny I added some good white wine (always cook with wine you would like to drink) and […]
In case you wondered what a passionate hobby cook like me likes to eat for Easter: lamb. I decided to serve it with my first go at smashed potatoes. I used a butter, garlic mix with parsley and chives.
As every Good Friday, we chose fish as our main meal: a firm white fish marinated with lemons. While the fish marinates, the broth is prepared: some white wine, pepper corns and a bay leaf. I let the mixture come to a boil and let it simmer for a few […]
My favorite meals are the ones I can put together with restis…or leftovers. Today’s lunch was extremely tasty and got rid of a few restis: leftover Brussels sprouts, which I quickly heated up and then garnished with chèvre frais, lemon zest, chopped roasted hazelnuts as well as a drizzle of […]
Moqueca, traditional Brasilian fish and shrimps dish: I marinated the firm white fish and shrimps in lime juice, chopped coriander, crushed garlic, salt and pepper. For the sauce, I fried onion, peppers and tomatoes before adding the marinated fishe/shrimps and coconut milk. Once mixed, I let it simmer while cooking rice as a side.
#blog #moqueca #moquecadepeixe #inmomskitchen #weekendpleasure #comfortfood #tasty #experimental #fishandshrimps #coconutmilk #brasilianfood
Tonight’s starter was a green and red Grumolo salad with a clementine and sweet honey mustard sauce. The sweetness of the sauce is a perfect match to the slight bitter salad. The remaining sauce was great with today’s fresh bread. As a main, we had pasta with homemade pesto.
Pasta e piselli: fry some finely chopped onions and garlic, add some kind of fatty meat and continue to fry on a low level until the fat is out (I used wild boar sauggage). Add the peas, some tomatoes (I used concentrated purée), water and let it simmer. Add the pasta (I used orzo) and some greens…due to lack of parsley, I added the leaves from some radishes. I also added the rind from the Parmesan I still had. Let it all cook together until the pasta is cooked to your likings.
#blog #pastaepiselli #comfortfood #nostalgic #bringsbackmemories #inmomskitchen #iamitalian #wildboarsausage #cookingwithparmesanrind #makingitupasigoalong
First lamb of the year: have made a point of choosing when I eat meat and where I buy it. I was lucky enough yesterday to get some lamb from a local farmer. I decided to cook it in the oven with some onions, garlic and carrots. As a side, I made some brussel sprouts as well as fried potatoes…not bad for my parents wedding anniversary ♥️ #blog #inmomskitchen #lamb #bratkartoffeln #rosenkohl #brusselssprouts #zurfeierdestages #slowcooking #lokaleinkaufen #localproducts #golocal #unterstützedeneinzelhandel #vomlokalenbauern
The joy of being at home
#blog #homesweethome #sharethejoy #thejoyofflowers #swisstulips #localproduct #thejoyofbeingathome #happyweekend
Stay strong and rooted like a tree
#blog #staystrong #staystrongandrootedlikeatree #overcomedifficulties #coronavirus #spring #spring2020 #difficulttimes
For my Italian family and friends 🌷
#blog #foritaly #formyitalianfamily #corraggio #standtogether #mutmacher #tuesdaymotivation #bürkliplatzmärt #iloveflowers
To all the strong women: Happy Women’s Day
#blog #vibrantcolours #happywomensday #happywomensday2020 #natureasmotivation #natureinspiresme #strongandbeautiful #happysunday #swisstulips #iwd2020 #striveforstrength #striveforwhatyouwant
Buon weekend
#blog #buonweekend @latavolatazumgrobeernst #hangingontosummer #iloveflowers
May the colours be with you
#blog #zürich #zürichdieschönstestadtderwelt #maythecoloursbewithyou #abendrot #zurichmylove #windowseat #jetsetter
Welcome to my life….Pastry wheel
#blog #teigrad #inspiredbyannapearson #editiongut #messing #inmykitchen #welcometomylife #pastrywheel
You must be logged in to post a comment.