Vegetarian Recipes

A thick, hearty Sri Lankan curry made with young green jackfruit (polos) cooked in a rich, spiced coconut milk gravy — a beloved vegan dish that perfectly mimics the texture of pulled meat.

Creamy, golden red lentil curry tempered with coconut milk, mustard seeds, and curry leaves — the most beloved and essential curry in Sri Lankan cooking, served at every meal.

A beautifully balanced, frothy cocktail that rescues the Amaretto Sour from its overly sweet 1980s reputation. Uses fresh lemon and egg white for a velvety texture.

Italian hot chocolate is legendary. It is not a thin, milky drink, but rather a dense, rich, pudding-like chocolate that you can almost eat with a spoon.

A small, elegant coffee drink created in Alessandria. A shot of espresso over a dusting of cocoa powder, topped with frothed milk and more cocoa.

A historic, decadent beverage from Turin consisting of three distinct, unmixed layers: hot espresso, thick drinking chocolate, and lightly whipped cream.

A milk-forward coffee drink consisting of one part espresso to three parts gently steamed milk, with very little foam on top.

Meaning 'stained' coffee. A single shot of strong espresso marked with a small dollop of hot, foamed milk to slightly soften the acidity.

A perfectly balanced morning beverage consisting of equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and dense, glossy milk foam.

A striking Florentine dome cake. A mold lined with liqueur-soaked sponge cake, filled with two layers of rich ricotta cream (one vanilla, one chocolate), and frozen.

The pride of Roman breakfasts. A soft, slightly sweet, olive-oil-enriched brioche bun sliced open and overstuffed with a massive amount of lightly sweetened whipped cream.

A classic Southern Italian bakery cookie. Dense, incredibly chewy almond paste cookies entirely encrusted in toasted pine nuts.