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    Savoring Italy

    Savoring Italy is a food and travel blog that brings you the best of Italy's authentic cuisine. You'll find easy-to-follow recipes for classic Italian dishes, seasonally inspired recipes, as well as a variety of vegan and dairy-free recipes.

    • Classic Italian Recipes
    • Italian Dessert Recipes
    • Pasta Recipes
    • Easy Italian Recipes

    We also have a collection of Italian travel guides, articles on how to plan a trip to Italy, and more about the Italian lifestyle!

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    Impress your guests with these trending Italian recipes! From shrimp scampi to almond cookies and lentil soup, don't forget the colorful rainbow cookies for a sweet finish.

    • aperol spritz recipe
      How to Make a Classic Aperol Spritz (4 Ingredients!!)
    • pesto pasta recipe
      Easy Pasta Al Pesto Genovese
    • Parmigiana di Melanzane (Traditional Eggplant Parmigiana)
    • Easy Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake
    • italian pastina soup
      Easy Italian Pastina Soup (Italian Penicillin Soup)
    • Classic Italian Insalata Mista (Mixed Salad)
    • Easy Italian Cauliflower Fritters Recipe
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      BEST Authentic Italian Rainbow Cookies (AKA Tri Color Cookies)
    • almond biscotti with espresso in the background.
      Easy Almond Biscotti Recipe (Italian Cantucci)
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      Easy Italian Almond Cookies (Amaretti)
    • BEST Marinated Mushrooms Recipe (Quick and Easy)
    • Homemade fettucine recipe
      Homemade Fettuccine (Fresh Pasta Recipe)
    Gabriella and Lora.

    About Lora and Gabby

    Welcome to our Italian kitchen! We are Lora and Gabriella, the mother-daughter team behind Savoring Italy. With more than 30+ years of experience in the kitchen, Lora has had a great advantage – receiving guidance from both her husband who is an executive chef/restaurant owner and her mother who is a renowned private chef. Discover traditional Italian recipes (with plenty of pasta!), delectable family favorites, as well as gluten-free, vegan, Whole30, and dairy-free dishes. Buon Appetito!

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    ITALIAN SUMMER RECIPES

    • Easy Italian Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe
    • Authentic Linguine alle Vongole Recipe – White Clam Sauce Pasta
    • Pesto alla Genovese (Real Italian Pesto Sauce)
    • Panzanella Toscana (Authentic Italian Tuscan Bread Salad)

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    OUR NEW Italy Travel GUIDES

    Learn all about traveling to Italy, from Italian culture and customs to the best places to visit in the country. From its unique cities, stunning landscapes, and rich history to its incredible cuisine and vibrant nightlife, Italy has something for everyone.

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      Aosta Valley Travel Guide 2025 (13 Top Things to Do)
    • Siena travel guide.
      17 Best Things to Do in Siena, Italy (2025 Travel Guide)
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      What to Wear in Rome (Month-by-Month Packing Guide + Local Tips)

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    Pasta Recipes

    Our pasta recipes are authentic and perfect for those looking to make an incredibly delicious and fast meal. From classic Italian dishes like Amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe to more adventurous choices like Pasta con le Sarde, we have a dish that will please any pasta lover.

    • traditional spaghetti alla carbonara
      Authentic Italian Spaghetti Carbonara With Guanciale (15 MINUTES!!)
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      Authentic Penne all’Arrabbiata – Spicy Italian Pasta in 30 Minutes
    • Pasta calamarata on a skillet.
      Pasta Calamarata (Pasta with Calamari and Tomato Sauce)
    • Rigatoni bolognese on a black dish.
      Easy Rigatoni Alla Bolognese (One Pot)

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    Trending Recipes

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      Quick Italian Fruit Salad (Macedonia di Frutta)
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      Easy Grilled Octopus Salad Recipe
    • Authentic Italian Chocolate Cake (Torta al Cioccolato)
    • Best Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
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      Soft and Crispy Homemade Pizza Recipe (In the Oven)
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      Easy Baked Egg White Frittata (With Vegetables)

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    Italian Soup Recipes

    Looking for cozy Italian soups? You're in the right place! From hearty broths to creamy classics, these Italian-inspired soup recipes on Savoring Italy, like the  Whole Chicken Soup and Zuppa di Fagioli, will bring the warmth and comfort of the holidays to your table.

    • Roasted tomato soup recipe.
      Easy Roasted Tomato Soup with Fresh Tomatoes
    • Easy Italian Lentil Soup Recipe
    • Best Traditional Italian Wedding Soup (Easy Recipe)
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      Easy Tuscan White Bean Soup (Authentic Recipe)

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    Italian cookies

    Join me in the joy of Italian Baking! Savor my carefully tested and perfected recipes, each promising to bring a taste of Italy's festive spirit to your table. Guaranteed to delight, these traditional treats are perfect for enjoying with your friends and family!

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      Chiacchiere Recipe (Italian Fried Dough Cookies)
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      Super Easy Traditional Italian Christmas Cookies Recipe
    • lady fingers cookies
      Sicilian Savoiardi Cookies-Ladyfinger Cookies
    • Pitta 'Mpigliata-Calabrese Fruit and Nut Pastry
    • easy castagnole
      Italian Castagnole (Fried Sweet Dough Balls)
    • Easy Sicilian S Cookies
    • Sicilian Pignolata-Italian Honey Balls
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      BEST Italian Fig Cookie Recipe (Cuccidati)

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      What Does Mangia Mean in Italian?
    • Easy Banana Scones with Maple Glaze
    • Chocolate Swiss Roll (With Ganache!) – Classic Holiday Cake Recipe
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      The Best French Yogurt Cake Recipe (Gâteau au Citron)

    Our Ravioli Guide

    Learn all of our tips and tricks for making the BEST homemade ravioli !

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      Easy Ravioli with Tomato Sauce Recipe
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    Sicilian recipes

    These Sicilian recipes are perfect for someone looking to try something a little bit different with their cooking.

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      Easy Crema al Limone (Italian Custard Recipe)
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      Easy Fennel Salad with Oranges (Sicilian Recipe)
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      Chewy Italian Pistachio Christmas Cookies (5 Ingredients!)

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    Sourdough recipes

    Our sourdough recipes are the perfect way to kick start your baking journey, learn how to make a sourdough starter and even how to make a basic sourdough pizza Margherita!

    • Easy Strawberry Banana Bread with Sourdough Discard
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      Healthy Sourdough Banana Bread (Moist, Fluffy, and Easy)
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      How to Create a Sourdough Starter (With Yeast)

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    dessert recipes

    We have a variety of dessert recipes, from vegan brownies to lemon biscotti cookies, there's something for every taste.

    • Easy Apple Puff Pastry Tarts (Quick Fall Dessert Recipe)
    • Moist Orange and Poppy Seed Cake (Easy Homemade Recipe)
    • Easy Vegan Blueberry Crumble – 30-Minute Dessert Recipe!
    • Best Scottish Scones (Soft and Crumbly)

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    Canning

    Discover the Art of Canning! My curated collection of canning recipes brings the timeless tradition of preserving flavors right to your kitchen. From classic jams to savory pickles, each recipe is crafted to seal in the freshness and taste of every season.

    • How to Pickle Cucumbers (No Canning Required)
    • Best Cherry Tomato Confit Recipe
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      Watermelon Pickles (Pickled Watermelon Rind)
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      Easy Pickled Scotch Bonnet Peppers

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    Welcome to our Italian kitchen! We are Lora and Gabriella, the mother-daughter team behind Savoring Italy. With more than 30+ years of experience in the kitchen, Lora has had a great advantage – receiving guidance from both her husband who is an executive chef/restaurant owner and her mother who is a renowned private chef. 

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    Italian Summer Recipes

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      Healthy Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe (Fresh + Easy)
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