December 8, 2020
Incredibly refreshing, this wine-based cocktail is perfect for both summer and winter. It’s also the ideal Christmas cocktail with its effervescent sparkle. Learn how to make an Aperol Spritz with this recipe!
Food, Recipes, Lifestyle and Travel Blog
By the Flavours Holidays Team
Travel Bucket List For 2021
December 4, 2020
First published 18th Sept 2021, this post has been update 4th December 2021. We’ve been dreaming (and we’re sure you have too) of exploring a little bit further afield and ticking off our travel bucket list. Our wanderlust has us incredibly excited to get back out into the world and return to travel in 2021!…
Butternut squash gnocchi recipe
Looking for a butternut squash gnocchi recipe as a delicious alternative to the classic potato gnocchi? In this recipe we’ve combined it with a creamy cheese sauce- a complete carb overload, but the perfect comfort food. GNOCCHI di ZUCCA CON FORMAGGI E NOCI Recipe serves 4 Ingredients for gnocchi 250g 00 flour (or plain flour)…
Top 5 Italian Christmas Traditions
This blog was originally posted on 4th December 2017 and was updated October 2020. A chill in the air and sparkling lights lining the streets – we love Christmas! It’s a time for peace, joy and love, and it brings some brightness to the colder months in the northern hemisphere. Every European country celebrates Christmas…
The best risotto recipe for winter
December 3, 2020
As the evenings draw in there’s nothing like a bowl of creamy risotto- we’re delighted to share our best risotto recipe for winter from Flavours chef- Livia de Giovanni. The bitterness of the radicchio and red wine is perfectly balanced with the creamy risotto rice. – Buon appetito! Learn more about our Italian chef Livia…
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Torta di Mela – Italian Apple Tart Recipe
November 23, 2020
Apples thrive in Northern Italy’s cooler temperatures where Italian farmers have been cultivating this fruit for over 2,000 years. While almost every apple-growing country has its own variation of the classic apple tart; this is a traditional recipe from Tuscany called Torta di Mele!
Italian Christmas Cantuccini Biscuits
November 18, 2020
Cantuccini are traditional Christmas biscuits originating from Tuscany. Technically, these can be called Cantucci or Cantuccini biscuits as ‘biscotti’ refers to all biscuits in Italian. Why not try out this classic Tuscan recipe from our cooking holidays, best enjoyed dipped in a glass of Vin Santo!
How to Travel Alone: Top Tips from Solo Travellers
November 5, 2020
Travelling solo is both an exciting and a daunting prospect. By stepping out and travelling alone, you are embarking on a journey with no one to rely on but yourself. Before your first solo trip, you may be a bit nervous but I can assure you that the rewards of solo travel far outweigh this!…
Courgette Pancakes (Crepes di Zucchine)
November 3, 2020
Follow along with chef Maurizio and learn how to make these cheesy courgette pancakes – the perfect healthy Italian lunch!
Did You Know: 6 Surprising Benefits of Vitamin D
October 23, 2020
We all love the sunshine – it’s why so many of us love to go on our summer holidays and relax by the pool or at the beach! Sunny weather tends to make you feel happy and energetic, and you spend as much time out and about as possible! But did you know that the…
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Cannoli di Ricotta Recipe – Sicilian Food Recipes
October 21, 2020
With their crispy pastry shells and indulgent ricotta filling, Cannoli di Ricotta are little bits of Sicilian heaven served up as dessert! Indulge in these decadent cannoli with this recipe from our Sicilian chef, Carmela!
How to Sleep Better – Wellbeing with Amanda Hamilton
October 16, 2020
This week, we learnt all about how to sleep better in our second wellbeing masterclass with Amanda Hamilton. Amanda’s expert advice included top tips for falling asleep easier and staying asleep longer! It’s particularly important to set yourself up for good sleep, especially as winter approaches, to keep yourself and your body healthy! Read on…
Pasta Alla Norma Recipe – Sicilian Food Recipes
October 15, 2020
Indulge with a pasta alla Norma, with a decadent roast tomato sauce, delicious homemade pasta and hearty aubergine slices. All topped with a crumbly ricotta salata and basil!
The secrets to a healthy Italian lifestyle
October 14, 2020
The Italian lifestyle is healthier than most other Europeans! Can you believe that? We’ve found out how Italians are so good at staying happy and healthy…
Kick Start Healthy Habits – Wellbeing with Amanda Hamilton
October 10, 2020
We were thrilled to host a wellbeing masterclass with Amanda Hamilton last week to get her expert advice on how to kick start healthy habits. With winter drawing in, along with the new normal we’re all adapting to, it might seem intimidating to try and break out of unhealthy habits. Amanda is an expert nutritionist…
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