Author Archive
Nadia Fragnito – Foodie Profile
In this Foodie Profile I chat to Italian-Australian cookbook author, Nadia Fragnito. Nadia specialises in Italian vegan cuisine and has authored three cookbooks, the third of which is her newest release called Natale. She talks to us about her titles, staple ingredients to ‘veganise’ your pantry, her tips for visitors to Italy and also kindly...
Mostaccioli Recipe (Dark Chocolate Spiced Biscuits) by Nadia Fragnito
This festive season, indulge in mostaccioli (dark chocolate spiced biscuits) with this particular version hailing from Naples. This recipe has generously been shared by cookbook author Nadia Fragnito. “I fell in love with these diamond-shaped treats on a trip to northern Italy, baked fresh by a vegan pastry chef from Napoli. The thick chocolate coating...
Valentina Vigni – Foodie Profile
Valentina Vigni is the former co-owner of famed Brisbane pizzeria, La Lupa and currently the co-owner of Pilloni, Australia’s newest Sardinian restaurant. Born in Italy, Valentina has been living in Australia for over a decade. We discuss living outside your homeland, how she got into hospitality, why Sardinian food is taking the world by storm...
Felicita Sala – Foodie Profile
In this Foodie Profile, I chat to the award-winning Rome-based illustrator, Felicita Sala. She talks about her connection to Italy and Australia, her journey into becoming an illustrator, what inspires her, Rome tips and more. 1. Felicita, you were born in Italy, raised in Australia and returned to live in Italy in 2007. Could you tell...
Paola Gavin – Foodie Profile
Paola Gavin is a London-based food writer and cookbook author. To date she has published four cookbooks, all with a focus on vegetarian cooking. 1. Paola, you are a food writer and a cookbook author. Can you share with us a brief snapshot of where you were born, the cities you have lived in, and...
Paola Bacchia – Foodie Profile
Paola Bacchia – Foodie Profile In this Foodie Profile I chat with Melbourne based cookery teacher and cookbook author Paola Bacchia. She shares her career journey, recommendations on eating in Italy, shopping for Italian ingredients and her observations about Italian food culture in Australia. She also talks about her four cookbooks, including her latest, At...
Karima Moyer- Nocchi – Foodie Profile
In our latest Foodie Profile we are joined by Culinary Historian and author, Karima Moyer-Nocchi who is based in Italy. In this Q&A, Moyer-Nocchi shares her professional journey, the most misunderstood aspect of Italian food, essential pasta dishes to try in Italy, and more. 1. Please tell us a little bit about where you currently...
Macerated strawberry salad recipe
Macerated strawberry salad recipe My father has been making this recipe since I was a little girl. It was a seasonal treat that he saved for summer along with his famous lemon granita. What makes this salad is the combination of the slightly tart lemon juice, the sugary sweetness and flavour of the strawberries all...
My Favourite Cookbooks
My favourite cookbooks Cookbooks for me are somewhat of a hobby and addiction. At bookstores I always make a beeline to the cookbook section as I’m always keen to see what’s been newly released or which are the bestsellers. I remember listening to a cookbook seminar online a few years ago. One of the panelists...
Preloved Cookbooks and Food Books Now Available to Purchase
Preloved Cookbooks and Food Books Now Available to Purchase The Decisive Cravings shop has just been stocked with preloved cookbooks and food books. You’ll also find our festive stationery, and beautiful heart wooden spoons. There are plenty of beautiful gifts perfect for Kris Kringle’s, stocking fillers or simply to gift yourself. Shipping Australia-wide only until Wednesday...
Book your free ticket: A Festive Fete 26.11.22 in Melbourne
UPCOMING EVENT: 26.11.22 Book your ticket for a Festive Fete in Melbourne! Christmas (my favourite time of the year) is around the corner. The last four years we’ve celebrated this period by running our annual festive baking swap, a wonderful way to bake for others and spread the festive cheer all around the world. This year,...
Italian recipe collection – the complete list
Italian recipe collection This little list is an Italian recipe collection of all of the dishes that I’ve shared on the website to-date. I love to cook foods from everywhere, and am always curious to discover more. However, like many others with a culturally diverse background, my go-to foods and recipes are always those of my...
