Elisabetta Cascino loves to be involved with everything Italian, especially in the culinary field. As a half Italian, she has had a strong connection with the Mediterranean lifestyle and cuisine since she was little. With her background as a nutritionist, she shares on her website mymediterraneleefstijl.nl her knowledge about the Mediterranean diet. You will find recipes, articles and e-books that will help you to cook healthily and live according to this lifestyle. In addition, Elisabetta occasionally organizes a cooking workshop.
This insalata ricca, or "rich salad," is ideal as a main course salad with a nice piece of crusty bread or as a side dish for a barbecue, for example! You're sure to impress your guests with this salad. Its richness comes from its many ingredients: chickpeas, fennel, artichoke hearts, grilled bell peppers, arugula, lamb's lettuce, spring onions, and olives. The […] More
Mozzarella in carrozza is a classic Italian snack and an example of the cucina povera (poor man’s cuisine) of southern Italy. The dish originated as a way to transform leftover mozzarella and stale bread into a delicious treat. Today, mozzarella in carrozza is a popular snack throughout Italy, often served as a grilled cheese sandwich or as a […] More
This beef stew with red wine is perfect for when you are in the mood for a nice, hearty meal. The meat is cooked for hours, but once it is in the pan you (almost) don't have to worry about it. By cooking the meat slowly, it becomes wonderfully tender and the sauce gets a deep, rich flavor. In Italy […] More
Zucchine alla poverella is a classic side dish from the southern Italian region of Puglia (Apulia), in the heel of the boot. It is a typical example of how you can make a dish with a lot of flavor with a few simple ingredients and simple preparation. The name zucchine alla poverella literally means 'poor-mannered courgette'. As […] More
One of the most popular antipasti in Tuscan cuisine are crostini: crispy, toasted breads with a variety of tasty toppings. A classic variation is the chicken liver crostini, also known as crostini neri. For those looking for a more accessible or plant-based topping, crostini with cannellini bean spread are a delicious choice. This spread is perfect as an appetizer with a […] More
