Luca’s Key Ingredient

1. Mozzarella

Join Chef Luca to learn the secret behind making mozzarella, a classic ingredient in quintessential Italian cooking.

Episode’s recipes

• Making Mozzarella Cheese
• Warm Pasta Salad with Scamorza and Burrata
• Deep Fried Zucchini Flowers with Zucchini Pesto & Chilli Honey

2. Saffron

In today’s episode, Chef Luca showcases his mastery of saffron, the most precious and luxurious spice on Earth.

Episode’s recipes

• Saffron Risotto ‘alla Milanese’ with Porcini Mushrooms
• Artichoke & Saffron Penne with Prosciutto di Parma Crumble
• Pear & Ricotta Cake with Olive Oil & Saffron Gelato

3. Anchovies

In this episode, Luca helps you discover the nuance of different anchovies, proving they are far more than just salty and fishy, and can make simple recipes truly shine.

Episode’s recipes

• Broccoli Flan with Anchovy Sauce & Toasted Almonds
• Butterflied Prawns with Stracciatella, Anchovies & Candied Lemon‘
• ‘Pasta con le sarde’ – Sicilian Spaghetti with Anchovies & Pangrattato

4. Amaretti

Discover the surprising versatility of amaretti biscuits in this episode, as Luca shares inspiring recipes ranging from savory to sweet.

Episode’s recipes

• Casoncelli ‘Bergamaschi’
• Pumpkin & Amaretti Risotto
• Roasted Peach ‘alla piemontese’ with Dark Chocolate and Amaretti

5. Panettone

It wouldn’t be an Italian Christmas without panettone, but get ready for a surprise! Luca is here to reinvent this classic, proving it’s not just for dessert by creating a savory version.

Episode’s recipes

• Panettone with Christmas Mascarpone
• Panettone French Toast with Prosciutto di Parma & Provolone ValPadano PDO
• Panettone-misu with Mixed Berries & Dark Chocolate

6. Provolone ValPadano PDO

Luca takes creativity to the next level with the classic Italian cheese, Provolone Valpadana PDO, exploring both its sweet and sharp varieties.

Episode’s recipes

• Pancetta-wrapped Provolone ValPadano PDO with Blueberry Compote
• ‘Sciatts Valtellinesi’ Provolone ValPadano PDO Fritters
• Risotto with Caramelised Radicchio & Provolone ValPadano PDO Fonduta

7. Prosciutto di Parma

Join Chef Luca as he features Prosciutto di Parma, an ingredient that is absolutely essential to classic Italian cooking.

Episode’s recipes

• Mini Pancakes with Whipped Ricotta, Prosciutto di Parma & Caramelised Peaches
• Prosciutto di Parma & Melone Rosetta
• Truffle Fettuccine with Prosciutto di Parma Crisp & Aged Balsamic