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    Bruschetta of Lemon Ricotta And Berry Marmalade

    Bruschetta of Lemon Ricotta And Berry Marmalade

    I grew up in a traditional Italian family in Rochester, New York, and my grandmother, from Naples, lived with us. This was one of the treats that she’d make for breakfast. We had a family-style grocery in the neighborhood and it was easy to get Italian products,...
    Milk Chocolate Cremoso With Espresso Parfait

    Milk Chocolate Cremoso With Espresso Parfait

    Sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy: if you close your eyes while eating a cremoso you may think it’s the most delicious chocolate-covered pretzel. This dessert combines all the elements that make your senses sing. The perfect ending… SERVES 10 CREMOSO 5 large egg...
    Crepe Passion

    Crepe Passion

    In Brazil, the passion fruit is incredible—my favorite fruit. I first created this dessert for a special dinner for Bill Clinton in Brasília and then began serving it in my restaurant. It’s definitely a signature, and my customers love it. Passion fruit is available...
    Braised Black Cod

    Braised Black Cod

    In Japanese restaurants in the United States, black cod is often marinated in sweet miso. But I wanted to introduce the SoBe audience to a black cod dish that’s even more popular in Japanese homes as well as restaurants. Depending on the region and the season, this...
    Crab And Avocado Sandwiches With Mango Coulis

    Crab And Avocado Sandwiches With Mango Coulis

    Nothing says warm-weather entertaining to me like these vibrant, tropical “sandwiches.” I use very little breading in the cakes, which leaves room for lots of sweet lump crabmeat. When the crab combines with the fresh avocado salsa and smooth mango coulis, it makes...