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Pair of matcha panna cottas served in glass cups with cream and toppings.

Matcha Panna Cotta

Matcha lovers, this silky Matcha Panna Cotta is your new cold dessert favourite. Smooth cream, gentle sweetness, and that soft green finish make it so calming to serve.

Ferrara

Ferrara – Italy Guide

During our trip to Italy last year, we also visited the city of Ferrara. After our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we went on a short 5-night road trip in central Italy before finishing our holiday in Milan.

Friulian Alps

Friulian Alps – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. The nearby Friulian Alps are particularly beautiful and we visited a few Alpine attractions.

Sauris, Illegio, Malga Pramosio

Sauris, Illegio, Malga Pramosio – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. The nearby mountains are particularly beautiful and we visited a few villages in the Alps. So today I will share with you my guide on Sauris, Illegio, Malga Paramosio!

Friuli Eastern Hills

Friuli Eastern Hills – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli,  we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. A great outing is to go visit the Friuli Eastern Hills around the town that are dotted with beautiful vineyards.

Two glasses of chilled yuzu panna cotta on a blue serving tray.

Yuzu Panna Cotta

Give your festive spread a bright lift with this silky Yuzu Panna Cotta! Serve it as a refreshing finish after a rich holiday meal.

San Daniele and Venzone

Venzone and San Daniele – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. Two little towns worth a visit are Venzone and San Daniele.

Low Fodmap Sausage and Capsicum Risotto

Low Fodmap Sausage and Capsicum Risotto

Being born in Milan, the city where risotto was created, I have always been a huge fan of this dish, and today’s Low Fodmap Sausage and Capsicum Risotto is no exception.

Grado and Aquileia

Grado and Aquileia – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. One of the best day trips we took was to visit Grado and Aquileia.

Gorizia

Gorizia – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. One of the cities we visited was Gorizia.

Low Fodmap Ragù Bianco

Low Fodmap Ragù Bianco

Today, I am back with a traditional Italian recipe: Low Fodmap Ragù Bianco! Ok, maybe the “Low Fodmap” part is not very traditional, however, this version adapted for delicate tummies tastes exactly the same as the “regular” version.

Trieste

Trieste – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. One of my favourite places was definitely Trieste.

WWI - Italy Guide

WWI – Italy Guide

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas. We had a rental car and we drove around extensively to explore the region. Today I will take you to visit some important WWI sites.

Cividale del Friuli - Italy Guide

Cividale del Friuli – Italy Guide

Last autumn, my family and I travelled to Europe, as the kids had a school exchange in Italy organised by their Australian school. After a few days in South Africa, and 5 days travelling around Slovenia and Croatia, we finally settled down in Italy for a few weeks. Today I will share with you my…

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Hugo cocktail served with mint garnish, ice, and sparkling bubbles in a wine glass.

Hugo Cocktail

A chilled Hugo Cocktail always makes warm evenings feel even better. Floral elderflower, sparkling Prosecco, and fresh mint create the perfect refreshing sip.

Close-up of creamy Panna Cotta with lemon zest and whipped cream topping.

Lemon Panna Cotta

Lemon Panna Cotta is sunshine served chilled. Smooth texture, light sweetness, and fresh citrus flavour make it perfect for spring and summer gatherings.

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020 #WorldNutellaDay

As on Wednesday, we celebrate World Nutella Day, I thought of putting together a round-up of some of the best Nutella recipes on the web. Hopefully, this will give you a few ideas on what to make to celebrate such sweet occasion. Grab a spoon and dig in! Here goes MsM’s Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020!

Green olive tapenade served in a white bowl garnished with fresh parsley on a wooden board.

Green Olive Tapenade

Thick, spoonable Green Olive Tapenade comes together in just 5 minutes and makes plain toast irresistibly savoury and rich.

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2019 #WorldNutellaDay

As tomorrow we celebrate World Nutella Day, I thought of putting together a round-up of my favourite Nutella recipes. Hopefully, this will give you a few ideas on what to make to celebrate such sweet occasion. Grab a spoon and dig in! Here goes MsM’s Nutella Recipe Round-up for 2019 (click on the pictures to open…

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Close-up of a blue Gelato al Puffo scoop in a wafer cone.

Gelato al Puffo

Bring some colour to your summer desserts with this bright Gelato al Puffo. Creamy, cool, and wonderfully smooth, it adds a fun twist to sunny-day snacking or simple weekend sweets.

Italian Rice Salad served in a bowl with tuna, ham, Swiss cheese, vegetables and fresh basil.

Italian Rice Salad

Combining tender rice with tuna, ham, cheese, olives and vegetables, Italian Rice Salad is a chilled Italian classic that’s fresh, colourful and satisfying.

Salt-Crusted Snapper

Salt-Crusted Snapper

I am very excited about today’s recipe! Salt-Crusted Snapper is one of my mum’s signature dishes. In fact, she made it for us just a few days ago and I managed to get her recipe for it to share with all of you here on the blog! Aren’t you lucky? If you like fish, this…

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Biscotti della Tresca

Biscotti della Tresca

I am very happy about today’s post. If you follow Manu’s Menu, you will know that this blog is all about authentic Italian food. I do share many modern Italian recipes, but what makes me really happy is the possibility to share more traditional not so famous recipes, and above all, regional recipes. Italian food…

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Nutella Cheesecake with Nutella Ganache

Nutella Cheesecake with Nutella Ganache #WorldNutellaDay

Happy World Nutella Day everyone! As I am sure you have noticed from my latest Round-Up, I already have plenty of recipes that feature Nutella among the ingredients. I grew up eating it and I still love it. And so do my kids, so, World Nutella Day is a day we always celebrate happily. While…

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Nutella Recipe Round-up 2017

As World Nutella Day is just around the corner, I thought of putting together a roundup of my favourite Nutella recipes. Hopefully this will give you a few ideas on what to make to celebrate World Nutella Day. Grab a spoon and dig in! Here goes MsM’s Nutella Recipe Roundup for 2017 (click on the…

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Vin Brule

Vin Brule

With Christmas just around the corner, I thought I should share a quintessential Italian Christmas recipe: Vin Brule – aka Italian mulled wine. When living in Italy, Christmas used to be my favourite time of the year. I loved the cold, snowy winters and dark evenings. It all contributed to the cozy Christmas atmosphere that…

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Baked Ndunderi

Baked Ndunderi

Today I am back with a traditional recipe from the south of Italy: Baked Ndunderi (pronounced “doon-der-ee”) . Ndunderi are hand-made gnocchi-like pasta from the Amalfi Coast, near Naples. I must admit that, unfortunately, this pasta is not very well known around Italy, which is a real pity as it tastes amazing. Ndunderi are a…

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A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always ha A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always handy to have in the kitchen.

They're crisp, easy to store, and pair well with dips, soft cheeses, fresh vegetables, or your favourite toppings whenever you need a quick snack.

#flaxseedcrackers #mealprep #healthysnacks #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a driz Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey 🍯

The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures makes this such an easy appetiser to put together when you want something simple but a little different.

Serve with crusty bread or your favourite crackers and enjoy. 

#pistachios #HoneyDrizzle #sharingplatter #manusmenu
After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast recently, I thought it would be a good time to highlight one of my favourite herb blends 🌿

Herbes de Provence is a traditional French herb blend usually made with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and savoury.

It's a simple way to add extra flavour to everyday ingredients and works especially well with eggs, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, potatoes, chicken, and soups.

Have you used Herbes de Provence before?

#herbesdeprovence #frenchcooking #mediterraneanfood #herbblends #manu #manusmenu
Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of thos Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of those simple meals that always works 🍅

Warm, savoury, filling, and made with ingredients most people already have at home.

#scrambledeggs #QuickMeals #breakfastideas #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and so satisfying 🍚

Made as a low FODMAP recipe, it’s a homemade seafood dinner option that feels filling and easier to enjoy for those with sensitive stomachs or lower FODMAP dietary needs.

 #lowfodmap #calamaririsotto #seafoodrecipes #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is why ingredients like ginger, coconut cream, herbs, curry paste, or lime work so well with it.

Those subtle layers of flavour help create soups that feel comforting, warming, and more rounded 💛

 #pumpkinsoup #thaifood #homemademeals #homemade #manusmenu
Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-ins Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-inspired flavours 🍲 This pumpkin soup makes such a lovely homemade dinner idea ✨

#PumpkinSoupRecipe #homemadefood #thaifood #manu #manusmenu
A sweet homemade treat for the person who made lif A sweet homemade treat for the person who made life sweeter first 💖
These chocolate date hearts are filled with soft dates, rich chocolate, and a little homemade love for Mother’s Day 🌷

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more stories beyond the menu ✈️ #MatchaMoments #t more stories beyond the menu ✈️

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A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸 These chocolate A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸

These chocolate covered dates pair perfectly with a warm cup of tea and make a lovely homemade gift or afternoon treat.

Simple, sweet, and easy to make at home.

#mothersday #chocolatecovereddates #HomemadeTreats #dessertideas #teatime #manusmenu
This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when you want something calm and comforting.

Made with a few ingredients and warm spices, it’s a drink you can easily prepare at home without much effort.

Sometimes it’s the simple drinks that you keep coming back to. 💓

#icedchai #homedrinks #teatime #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes differen Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes different every time?

It’s not just about the ingredients. Small details like the quality of the matcha, how you sift it, and how you whisk it can completely change the result.

Even the texture and colour can tell you a lot before you even take a sip.

Once you start paying attention to these steps, it becomes much easier to get a smoother, more balanced matcha at home 🍵

 #matcha #icedmatcha #Matchalatte #JapaneseTea #manusmenu
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