What Are Gnocchi di Susine? Gnocchi di susine are potato dumplings filled with fresh plums (susine). Or in other words, they are gnocchi with a plum filling. These plum gnocchi are traditional in Friuli, especially in Trieste. They are very popular in the late summer or early Autumn…
Risotto Montasio e Pere is a delicious bowl of creamy risotto with autumn pears. It is eaten all across northern Italy. Especially in the Friuli region where pears are a staple crop. And where you can buy the amazing Montasio cheese everywhere. Friuli’s varied climate is perfect for…
What is Zuf? Zuf is uniquely Friulian dish. And so it is virtually unknown outside of Friuli. It is a thick porridge of pumpkin and polenta. Traditionally it was enjoyed as a warm, hearty breakfast in the cold months. The dish has a humble peasant origin. It comes…
What is Anatra in Umido? Anatra in umido is a stewed duck dish that is very popular in Italy’s Friuli region. Here the locals slow-cook pieces of duck with aromatic vegetables, wine, tomatoes, and herbs. The result is tender meat bathed in a rich, flavourful sauce. It goes…
Calandraca is a traditional dish from Trieste. It is a flavourful, comforting stew that stretches back to the Trieste’s seafaring past. It is still popular today in and around Trieste. The Origins of Calandraca Calandraca was invented by Trieste’s sailors. It was a way to use up ingredients…
This chicken liiver and sage risotto recipe is one of my favourite finds from the Friuli region. I love chicken livers. They are full of iron and B-vitamins. They are extremely cheap. And they taste great. And of course, I love risotto. But this dish is more than…
Frico is a thick pancake of grated potato, onion and Montasio cheese, cooked until the outside turns deep gold and the inside stays soft and yielding. It takes about 40 minutes and costs almost nothing to make. What is Frico? Frico is Friuli’s signature dish and is at the…