A Memory in Vancouver I first learned how to make crostoli here in Vancouver in 2017, guided by my mother‑in‑law — the Crostoli Queen — and my father‑in‑law. That day in their kitchen was magical: we rolled the dough, cut the delicate strips, fried them until golden, and dusted them with sugar. She taught me […]
Desserts
Simple No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
This no-bake lemon cheesecake recipe is a hit. A few years ago, I wanted to make an excellent dessert for my mother-in-law’s birthday, so I called my mom and asked her to share a recipe that had lemon and easy to make. My mother-in-law was a very picky person and I was looking for a […]
Nonna Adelina Coffee and Cookies Cake
This delicious Coffee and Cookies Cake recipe belongs to my mother in law’s mom, Adelina. Nonna Adelina was a wonderful simple woman that work hard for the family and used to make everything to make her grandkids happy. This was her grandkids favorite cake. They told me that back then she used to walk 6 […]
Cream Puffs with Chantilly Cream
Cream Puffs with Chantilly Cream are one of my husband favorite pastries. We usually eat them at the Italian gathering made y the amazing Italian women but yesterday I wanted to try to make them and start my own traditions. They came out perfectly. It’s not difficult to make cream puff but you need to […]
Nutella Flower Bread
It’s not a secret that my family loves Nutella and if I want to make them all happy with this dessert it’s very easy. I highly suggest you to try to make it with your family so you can create some special memories in the kitchen. This Nutella Flower Bread is very delicious and also […]
Lemon Cookies
It’s Christmas and it is time to bake some delicious cookies, and I highly suggest you to try to make this delicious Lemon Cookies. I discovered this fantastic recipe last year in one of my favorite Italian Blog http://www.misya.info/.
Pistachio Panna Cotta
Pistachio Panna Cotta is a spoon dessert that is prepared in a few minutes. Easy, fast and highly effective, it will surely amaze your guests. Pistachio Panna Cotta Recipe Ingredients 400 ml liquid cream 60 grams of sugar 40 grams of pistachio cream 6 grams gelatin sheets Pistachio grains 1 teaspoon of chocolate sauce A […]
Chocolate Lava Cake
Chocolate Lava Cake is an amazing dessert for the chocolate lovers. The recipe is very easy to follow. One very important step is to make sure to grease the ramekins with butter very well before you put the chocolate sauce in. Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe Servings: 4 Ingredients 200 grams Chocolate 160 grams Sugar 180 […]
Cheesecake with Berries
Its daddy’s birthday and of course he requested a cheesecake again! This time I wanted to try a different recipe from a book that a dear friend gave to me.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake with Chickpea Flour
When I saw this recipe for gluten-free chocolate cake with chickpea flour on TV I was a little bit skeptical. Then I made it and I had to change my mind big time. This gluten-free chocolate cake delivers a moist and rich cake so delicious you won’t even notice it is gluten-free. I served it […]
Ciao! I'm Mamma Marzia
Born in Naples and raised in northern Italy, I brought my passion for authentic Italian cooking to Vancouver in 2003. What began as a single lasagna class has grown into Bella Cibo ("Beautiful Food"), where I share my family's treasured recipes and traditions. Here you'll find recipes and tips for bringing Italian flavors to your home. Join me in the kitchen where we learn, laugh, and create beautiful meals with heart!