Lunch Recipes

An elegant Piedmontese classic. Thinly sliced cold roast veal draped in a creamy, savory, umami-rich mayonnaise sauce made with tuna, capers, and anchovies.

A legendary dish from Milan. A bone-in veal rib chop, pounded thin, breaded, and fried in clarified butter until perfectly golden and crispy.

A vibrant, briny potato salad from the volcanic island of Pantelleria, featuring capers, olives, tomatoes, and red onions.

A spectacular savory pie from Genoa, traditionally made with 33 incredibly thin layers of pastry, filled with ricotta, spinach, and whole eggs baked inside.

Layers of fried eggplant, rich tomato sauce, fresh basil, and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, baked until bubbling and golden.

A robust, classic Roman pasta dish featuring thick, hollow bucatini noodles in a sauce of sweet tomatoes, crispy guanciale, and sharp Pecorino cheese.

Soft potato dumplings baked in a rich, bubbling tomato sauce with fresh basil and molten, stringy mozzarella cheese.

A soft, olive-oil rich focaccia bread that is sliced through the middle and stuffed like a giant sandwich with cured meats, cheeses, and greens.

The ultimate Italian summer lunch. Cold, al dente rice tossed with a vibrant, colorful mix of pickled vegetables, tuna, cheese, and olives.

A legendary pasta dish from the Amalfi Coast featuring fried zucchini, garlic, basil, and a creamy emulsion of Provolone del Monaco cheese.

A thick, rustic Italian egg dish loaded with thinly sliced zucchini, parmesan cheese, and fresh mint. Often eaten at room temperature for lunch.

Soft, crustless, triangular sandwiches bulging with creamy fillings, famously displayed in Venetian bars. Perfect for a light lunch or aperitivo.