Zia Pia's Journal

Recipes, stories, and seasonal inspiration from Italy’s most beautiful foods. Explore the artisans, ingredients, and traditions behind our collection.

A Greener Kitchen, A Better Planet.

This Earth Day, we want to introduce you to the people behind your food. Not the distributors, not the importers but the actual farmers and producers who wake up every...

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Colomba French Toast Recipe

Easter has passed, but if you're lucky enough to have a slice (or two) of Colomba left, this is exactly how to use it! Leftover Colomba is the star of...

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A Cozy Meal For A Night In

Creamy Truffle Risotto The perfect meal for a cozy night a home: rich ready-to-cook risotto paired with a white truffle oil, it's a match made in heaven!  Image & recipe...

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A Fiery Date Night Pasta

Spaghetti all'Assassina Native to Bari,"Assassin's Spaghetti" is the literal translation for this dangerously tasty pasta dish that features a hot, chili pepper tomato sauce married with a unique way to...

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The Most Indulgent Cherry Tart

Amaretto Cherry Tart Wonderfully indulgent, this tart recipe features our amaretto cherries by Lazzaroni as the literal cherry on top of a sweet almond mascarpone filled shortbread crust.    Ingredients...

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Meet the 'Modena Sparkler'

Non-alcoholic doesn't have to mean boring.  In Italy, flavor is non-negotiable. We’ve created a refreshing, sophisticated mocktail that balances the crisp effervescence of our sparkling water with the deep, complex...

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Explore the Zia Pia Holiday Gift Guide

The season of giving has arrived and our Zia Pia Holiday Gift Guide is here! Browse our curated gift guide designed for all of your gifting needs this holiday season. Click here to...

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Stuff your Stockings with Zia Pia!

Our stocking stuffers are the perfect final touch to add to your gifting list this season.   From delicious fused extra virgin olive oil tins to a wide variety of...

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Porcini Fettuccine from Campofilone

This Porcini Fettuccine from Antica Pasta by Marcozzi captures the essence of autumn: warmth, richness, and deep, earthy flavor. Made with real porcini mushrooms, the pasta has a naturally hearty character that...

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