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Monday, July 12, 2010 11:42
Posted in Food and Drink, Italian, Recipes 26 comments
 It doesn’t really happen very often that I use a recipe to make pasta. To me it is just the perfect meal when we need something quick, tasty and want to use whatever we have in the fridge or closet. So that is also the way that this fettucini came to live…. It’s hot here...
Posted in Food and Drink, Italian, Recipes
Tags: chicken, fettucini, Italian, pasta, recipe, Recipes
my little expat kitchen - July 12, 2010 - 14:36
Being from Greece I am used to this weather. But all I hear from Nederlanders is how much they can’t stand these temperatures. [Reply] 
nina - July 12, 2010 - 15:04
Love the addition of rocket to that lovely bowl of pasta, it’s like adding a few grindings of pepper, just better!!! [Reply] 
Asha@FSK - July 12, 2010 - 17:30
agree… pasta is like the go to quick meal and in days like these, the ease of making it is such an asset. very satisfying meal, I see there, especially rounded off with some of the popping ice creams you have been making! [Reply] 
peter - July 12, 2010 - 20:50
Love the bitter greens to offer up some fibre and colour to the dish. Sorry about that damn octopus! [Reply] 
Soma - July 13, 2010 - 02:17
That looks so perfectly delicious!! Love the light summery setting… it is calling my name. regarding the comment problem last time, it could have been my machine too. it has been been behaving quite wacky lately. The Add Comment button kept on blinking without the comment box opening up. had no troubles today. [Reply] 
Kayte - July 13, 2010 - 04:01
What a nice refreshing lovely pasta for summer, or anytime! It looks so elegant. [Reply] 
Peter G @Souvlaki For The Soul - July 13, 2010 - 06:20
Always love a good pasta meal Simone! The rocket is a great addition on top! [Reply] 
Jamie - July 13, 2010 - 11:27
Oh this is just the kind of meal (for two) that I absolutely love in the summer and I love the jazzy flavors. I think you just decided what I am making tonight! Thanks, Simone! And love your pictures… [Reply]  Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Thanks Jamie! And yes, absolutely perfect for two (or three or four or…) [Reply] 
Trissa - July 13, 2010 - 12:57
Simone the pasta looks perfect. The addition of smoked chicken sounds lovely as well. Very unique. [Reply] 
Reeni - July 13, 2010 - 16:10
I bet the smoked chicken is crazy delicious in here! Especially with the sun-dried tomatoes. Lovely flavors for such a quick and summery meal. [Reply] 
Joan Nova - July 13, 2010 - 18:08
This is my favorite type of eating (pasta mixed with cooked and fresh raw ingredients) and I do it frequently. Your photography is spectacular. [Reply] 
Ivonne - July 14, 2010 - 03:44
Simone, I really really really hope that I can meet you one day. Your entire approach to food makes me feel like we’re kindred spirits. This pasta is just so perfect. I completely understand what it’s like when it’s way too hot and you’re hungry! Now I’m hungry … [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I so hope we can meet one day too! And I bet that will happen! [Reply] 
melpy - July 14, 2010 - 14:51
This is the first recipe I’ve come to on your blog and already I feel the need to comment. This is gorgeous. I can’t wait until I’m home from grad school with my own kitchen again to make this! [Reply] 
Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen - July 14, 2010 - 18:28
I am pretty sure I have made this pasta dish, on a evening similar to the one you are describing, using just what I could scrounge up! Tastes so good though! Love the photos! [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Perfect meal for whatever you have in leftovers! [Reply] 
sippitysup - July 14, 2010 - 20:26
You entire post gave me deja vu and it was a very satisfying feeling. Such perfection in warm weather dining. GREG [Reply] 
Marlous - July 15, 2010 - 20:01
I made this recipe tonight and it was lovely! Easy, fresh and light. I’ll definately make this again. [Reply] 
Sophie - July 16, 2010 - 17:43
I so love your Simone pasta dish!! I love all of these tasty ingredients! MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM,…light & freshly cooking! [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Thanks Sophie! You should really try it… delicious! [Reply] 
Angela@spinachtiger - July 27, 2010 - 21:15
This recipe looks so inviting as we are so hot also. I can barely think to cook anything. [Reply] 
A Canadian Foodie - July 28, 2010 - 17:14
Incredible pics!!! Isn’t it amazing how wonderful fresh arugula is and how much it really brightens certain dishes – especially fatty ones with cheese or oil? I am crazy over it. This looks really tasty! [Reply]  Where to begin?? Shall I start talking about the wonderful food, the scenics we have seen, the people we have met or …. sooo much has happened since the last post that it is hard to give a short account of all that. There is very little internet access along the way and it is...
Posted in Current Affairs, travel
Tags: Italian, italy, travel
6 comments
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - June 20, 2010 - 00:07
Looks like you’re having lots of fun Simone! Def a great idea to suggest a cooking class…can’t wait to see and read more. Safe travels! [Reply] 
Olga @ MangoTomato - June 20, 2010 - 00:45
I want to come and visit you and fall in love with food, the country and the people too!!! Gorgeous photos as always. [Reply]
Jamie - June 20, 2010 - 10:23
Oh, how I love Italy! And that cooking lesson will be loads of fun and I can’t wait to read about it. And I would much rather spend a morning seeing how Parmesan is made (my husband did that when we lived in Italy) than seeing Ferraris! [Reply]
Reeni - June 20, 2010 - 21:34
I’m turning green with envy right now! I worship Parmesan! Enjoy the last few days of your trip. [Reply]
Sophie - June 21, 2010 - 10:43
It looks like you are having fun travelling & enjoying yourself!! Stunning & vibrant pictures!! [Reply]
A Canadian Foodie - June 24, 2010 - 20:08
I cannot wait to hear about your cooking class tomorrow. The photos are lovely. I was thinking of you – truly (and oddly) [Reply]
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 08:00
Posted in Food and Drink, Italian, Recipes 31 comments
 Now how very Italian does that title sound??Sooo much better then stuffed zuchini or stuffed courgette, wouldn’t you agree? I just love the Italian language, even though I have absolutely no idea what they are saying except when they say something useful like ‘ciao’ or arriverderci (which I am probably writing down wrong…) Did I... 31 comments 
Anh - May 12, 2010 - 08:48
This dish is simple and so elegant! I also did a stuffed zucchini dish this week, with yoghurt sauce though. [Reply] 
Caroline Brouwer - May 12, 2010 - 08:50
That looks very delicious. Beatiful pictures! [Reply]
my little expat kitchen - May 12, 2010 - 13:27
Hello there. Just came over from Trissalicious. You are so right. Putting an Italian name to a recipe sounds so much better! Your courgettes look absolutely delicious or… molto delicioso [Reply]
A Canadian Foodie - May 12, 2010 - 14:01
I have the cookbook. I will look it up. I have been to Italy a lot. Interestingly. I find when I travel – especially in the bigger cities – that all cities are now multicultural. That is the basis of Canada – and what I love about it – but you are so right. When I travel, I want to be immersed in a specific culture, and feel it. I want to eat its food without having to research ahead to see what it is and where I can still find it. But, those days are gone. When we were in Amsterdam, we had the hardest time finding some authentic Dutch food – and I love the multicultural vibe in the city … but, I wanted Dutch food! SO, I can relate to your comment about tourism. All that being said, when in Firenza – you must go to the indoor food market in the old town. Ask what the local meat is. A couple of places sell it – a cured meat – I cannot recall its name. Taste the freshly preserved garlic cloves. Make sure you buy a big bag of beautiful dried porcini – but check around first, the prices do vary. Watch what people are eating. There are some places that you can buy a little lunch there that are so authentic it will knock your socks off. You probably know this, but all food labelled with DOP is the best. It is the official seal of approval for each area and each product that indicates it as the best… olive oil, tomatoes in cans… everything. [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Thanks for all the tips Valerie! I will sure keep that in mind when we’re visiting Firenze! As for the Dutch food you could not find; not sure if that is tourism related in this case, as Dutch food is really more home food and tends not to be eaten much in restaurants. Having said that; there is a new restaurant in Amersfoort (which is not too far from Amsterdam) which is specialized in the Dutch cuisine, so if you’re here again give a shout and I will take you there! [Reply]  A Canadian Foodie Reply: You are ON!!! [Reply] 
Michelle - May 12, 2010 - 14:05
teehee [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Haha… I never really know if I should say courgette or zucchini. I think one is English and the other is americain but I always get that confused! [Reply]
Asha@FSK - May 12, 2010 - 15:45
You are going to Italy?!!!! AWESOMEEE!! it’s on my list of places to see.. GOK when I will [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I am sure we will have loads of fun! We are going for three weeks.. [Reply]
Kayte - May 12, 2010 - 15:54
This looks so good…I have everything on hand, I think this might have to be lunch for me today. I can scale this down for one quite easily! Thanks for the inspiration. Loved reading about Italy and your experiences…hope to read more when you venture about! Great post. [Reply] 
anncoo - May 12, 2010 - 17:57
Never tried this before, looks so good and thanks for this interesting post of Italy. [Reply] 
Irene - May 12, 2010 - 19:35
You are really making me miss Italy! The photo of the city at night is amazing. I’ve never made zucchini this way, but guess what, I have four big ones in my refrigerator now! [Reply] 
Joy - May 12, 2010 - 20:23
I have always wanted to go to Italy. Especially just to sample all the different food in the different region. I hope you have a good time. I have tried stuffed eggplant but not zucchine. It looks great. [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I actually prefer stuffed zucchini above eggplant. I do love eggplant but in stuffed form I like the zucchini better! [Reply] 
Valérie - May 12, 2010 - 23:15
Oooh, you’re going to Italy! So lucky! I went a few years ago. It’s so beautiful, isn’t it? This looks like a lovely, healthy meal. And you’re right, everything sounds better in Italian! [Reply]
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - May 12, 2010 - 23:31
I’m sure you will enjoy your time in Italia Simone. The stuffed courgette looks beautiful and very inspiring. I too have that cook book and whilst it lacks pictures it makes up for the amount of recipes. [Reply] 
lisaiscooking - May 13, 2010 - 01:02
Lucky you–planning a trip to Tuscany! Can’t wait to hear all about it. Stuffed zucchini are so versatile and tasty. Yours look great! [Reply]
Trissa - May 13, 2010 - 05:09
It’s a pity that you stayed in Montova for only 1 day! Even 5 days is not enough so am glad you have another holiday coming up! Anyway, I’ve got the silver spoon book as well but have never tried anything from it – thanks for reminding me that I should! [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: You should definitely try some recipes out of the book. There is something about it (probably the lack of photos) that makes it a bit hard to browse through but once you get into the recipes it really is very good! [Reply]
Sophie - May 13, 2010 - 10:44
What a tasteful & very flavourful but easy to do dish! MMMMMMMMMMMMM,….Lucky you, planning a lovely trip to Tuscany!! that’s the way to go! [Reply] 
krissy @ thefoodaddicts.com - May 14, 2010 - 06:28
aww.. reading this makes me miss Italy so much. i was just there in October of last year for my honeymoon and absolutely adored everything about Italy! food really brings back lots of memories! [Reply] 
Kate at Serendipity - May 17, 2010 - 18:50
Meraviglioso! Stupendo! This sounds perfectly delicious. I’ve bookmarked this recipe. Thanks for following my travels. It’s good to be home and to be able to check in with you. You’ll love Italy! [Reply]
Soma - May 17, 2010 - 21:47
Ok I understood the zucchini part of the heading and the rest I derived in my head from the pictures before I read thru’ [Reply]
Jamie - May 20, 2010 - 09:51
I love Italy and miss it and you have brought it back! My good friend in Milan would make me these stuffed barchette and I love them. Beautiful post! [Reply]
Jamie - May 20, 2010 - 09:52
Oh, and every time I see this cookbook I stare loveingly at it but never would dare buy it! All those recipes! Daunting! I can’t wait to see how many of them you get made [Reply] 
Juliette - May 24, 2010 - 20:53
Hi! [Reply]
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 17:16
Posted in Food and Drink, Italian, Recipes 28 comments
 It’s been almost one and a half year ago that I last made this dish… Where did time go?? I cannot believe it is that long but here we are in 2010 and I made this before in 2008… The recipe comes originally from the book “Rond de wereld in 80 recepten” (around the world... 28 comments 
Nurit - 1 family. friendly. food. - March 2, 2010 - 18:02
Ah, Simone, you have a come a long loooooooooong way [Reply]
Valérie - March 2, 2010 - 18:22
Haha (no, I’m not laughing AT you, I promise)! I find it cool to hang on to old photographs, just to see how far we’ve come along. And you have made spectacular progress. I take my hat off to you! And yes, I would definitely eat the pasta in the latest picture: this recipe sounds delish! [Reply] 
bcgw - March 2, 2010 - 18:36
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Wow this looks so yummy! On another note, I love growing as a photographer as a whole, I save all of my photos and love to look back on them and go, “Wow…what were you thinking..” ;] [Reply] 
Hannah - March 2, 2010 - 20:47
Wow. If anyone ever needed an illustration of “practice makes perfect”…! I too can’t believe how horrible many of my older photos look. To think, I thought they were once presentable…! [Reply]
Asha@FSK - March 2, 2010 - 20:56
LOL.. we live and learn [Reply] 
Sarah @ Daily Nibbles - March 2, 2010 - 21:47
This looks great! So yummy. I love your pictures too. I just started blogging and taking pictures of food. It’s hard! I don’t have much natural light and my white balance is way off. My composition is kind of crummy too. I bought a Lowel Ego Digital Imaging light thinking that would fix some of my problems, but I must be setting that up wrong. The white balance is still off! Anyway – I really enjoy your photo tips. [Reply] 
snookydoodle - March 2, 2010 - 22:30
wow what a nice blog! the photos are awesome! You made me hungry with this dish [Reply]
Olga - March 3, 2010 - 03:02
Smoked chicken sounds delicious! And what a bright and happy looking dish! [Reply]
anncoo - March 3, 2010 - 03:06
Actually I learned a lot from you. I don’t even want to look back at my photos when I beginning started blogging…so embarrasing :>( [Reply]
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - March 3, 2010 - 04:38
Pasta dishes are def the hardest to style and I think you made it look spectacular second time around! Just remember we all started somewhere! [Reply] 
bake in paris - March 3, 2010 - 05:51
Well, that just showed how enormously your photography skills have improved! Now you produce the most appertizing, crisp, and elegant photos. I have repeated myself so many times in so many different comments but the essence is that you do fantastic photography! Simply love your photos in every single post, literally And this pasta is “Good Heavens” tempting! Sawadee from Bangkok, [Reply] 
Mimi - March 3, 2010 - 06:44
Thanks for the inspiration. Lets me know there is hope that my photography skills will improve. [Reply]
Trissa - March 3, 2010 - 10:54
Well – you’ve come a looooong way Baby! Are you sure they are the same recipe? hehe… anyway – am so happy to see how far you’ve come but not only that – but also, your willingness to share your knowledge with us on photography, styling etc. THANK YOU! [Reply]
nina - March 3, 2010 - 12:15
Don’t worry, I also have lots of before and after pictures……You have indeed grown so much as a cook, photographer and definitely food stylist!!!Well done!! [Reply] 
Koko - March 3, 2010 - 18:59
Oh, Simone, that photo is hilarious- looks like some of MY photos! You have absolutely stunning photography now, I really hope I can get to your level….one day….a million years from now! [Reply] 
Silke - March 4, 2010 - 08:55
Simone, this is one of the most depressing post ever for me. Your really wrong pics are even better then my pics…. But I hope I ll be able to say I have made some progress in the future. And now I am gonna buy the ingredients for this delicious looking pasta! [Reply]
Michelle - March 4, 2010 - 12:47
Wow. You really are too critical of yourself, Simone. But I do agree that the new photo is mouthwatering. I can’t wait to try it. [Reply]
Angela@spinachtiger - March 4, 2010 - 15:47
Of course, gorgeous. I love people who second try things. Please come back to cooking italy, because there is a lemon chicken on the schedule you must try. It’s diet friendly and amazing. I don’t want you to miss it. [Reply] 
Lori - March 4, 2010 - 20:10
Chalk it up to experience. We are all growing and improving all the time, right. Besides it matters not because you create amazing food. [Reply]
Kate at Serendipity - March 5, 2010 - 21:37
Gorgeous. Thanks for the styling tips. I would never have thought about keeping some ingredient out of the dish for visual effect. (DOH) I think I’m going to invite myself to your house for lunch! YUM! [Reply]
Sophie - March 6, 2010 - 18:50
A tasty & lovely chicken & mascarpone pasta meal!! Sublime too! [Reply] 
Foodjunkie - March 7, 2010 - 15:40
It is a shame though not to choose to make a dish because it doesn’t photograph well. I think taht is the real problem with foodblogging alltogether: sometimes it is just about the pretty pictures! [Reply] 
liz@zested - April 5, 2010 - 03:16
Haha! That is a such a good example of how making food look good on camera is harder than it seems! Can’t wait to see what it looks like in another two years. [Reply] 
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Friday, October 16, 2009 08:15
Posted in Challenges, Cooking Italy, Italian, Recipes 13 comments
 When I first read that we had white clam sauce on the menu for this week’s Cooking Italy, I was seriously doubting that I would be making this. You have to know that I am really not a fan of shelled seafood… I just think they look scary..But then again; I do love a good...
Posted in Challenges, Cooking Italy, Italian, Recipes
Tags: clams, cooking italy, Italian, marcella hazan, pasta, spaghetti
13 comments
FoodJunkie - October 16, 2009 - 15:24
I so agree with you. I really don’t like clams. I know they are a great delicacy, but their texture and taste just doesn’t do it for me. I think it is probably good to have a few things one doesn’t like! [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Where would we be if everyone liked the same things..:) [Reply] 
Pierre - October 16, 2009 - 15:44
hello Junglefrog, [Reply]
Valérie - October 16, 2009 - 16:57
I love most shellfish, though I’m more accustomed to mussels – I rarely cook them at home, though. I’m less familiar with clams, but I’d be willing to give them another try. At any rate, the cockles look awfully cute! [Reply]
Reeni - October 17, 2009 - 03:54
I’m not really fond of clams or other shellfish either! But I do like clam sauce. Never made my own though – you are very brave! I am squeamish about them too! [Reply]
Jamie - October 17, 2009 - 19:54
Yum! We did first discover these tiny “vongole verace” in Italy and now buy them whenever we can in France (coques) to prepare just this way (ok, husband makes them) and they are heaven! Great job Simone! [Reply] 
lisaiscooking - October 19, 2009 - 02:10
Oh no! That’s too bad. The dish looks fantastic, but then, I really like shellfish. Wish I could take it off your hands. [Reply]
Kayte - October 20, 2009 - 17:48
It looks absolutely stunning and delicious! You have such a great way with photographing everything. Sorry, but I was giggling at your post as you had quite an adventure undertaking this one recipe…I haven’t done it yet, so I am sure I will be in about the same position, it is just funnier when others are relating the experience. At least you can say, “Been there, done that!” [Reply]
Peter - October 28, 2009 - 10:47
I love shellfish and that means clams are “IN” for me. You can always add mussels into the mix for both colour and taste. [Reply] 
Charline Huebschman - May 4, 2010 - 08:10
Morning, It is great to stumble upon a good site like this one. Do you care if I use some of the info here, and I’ll leave a link back to your website? [Reply]
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