Simple lemon cakes and I go way back. There is nothing easier to bake than a bright and tart one-bowl cake. However, when you add ricotta cheese to the mix, as well as some extra-virgin olive oil, the ...

Meringue does double-duty in this meringue-topped lemon sponge cake: Beaten egg whites lighten the lemon and butter cake batter, which is baked until tender and just set. A generous amount of Italian ...

Easter is approaching, and Italian lemon cream cake is a perfect ending to a holiday feast. A cake mix makes this recipe easy. It’s light, lemony and delicious. I made this for a double birthday party ...

This is one of my favorite cakes. Describing it, though, other than to say it’s made with a fruity Italian extra-virgin olive oil and has a terrific lemony kick — from both juice and zest — isn’t easy ...

Now that the cold winter months are behind us, it is time to turn our attention to spring and and the fresh flavors that seasonal produce has to offer. Forget the heavy soups and stews from the winter ...

Italians love their desserts, and no wonder why. That’s why I’ve put together this list of easy Italian dessert recipes that are simply delicious! No matter if it’s for Christmas, Easter, or just a ...

Citrus fruits play the starring role in so many desserts because they provide the perfect balance of sweet and tart.

Pho, tequila and kung fu? This St. Pete dinner club turns up the heat • Food The Tampa Bay Times e-Newspaper is a digital replica of the printed paper seven days a week that is available to read on ...

There are three kinds of meringue: Swiss, French and Italian. The main difference among these meringues is how the sugar is added. While each has its fans, I like working with Italian meringue because ...