Sophia - Natural Italian

My world has always revolved around a table, especially my Nonna Isabella, with whom I learned the art of cooking. Inspired by my family’s recipe book, filled with three generations of recipes and memories, I began to re-invent Italian cuisine, combining the best ingredients with healthy options and the best cooking techniques. My family recipes are respected but updated to reflect my creativity and beliefs. In my world, there are no refined sugars or processed foods, and whole wheat flour takes the main stage. I am starting to write a new Italian recipe book, with fresh, natural and healthy ingredients. Vegetables are in abundance, complemented with the best fish and meat. Foods that are cooked to a minimum, raw or marinated; wood oven prepared food, and a good stew prepared in my Nonna’s pots and pans.