Story of the Dish Ricotta tart with sour cherries and dark chocolate brings together three classic Italian pastry ideas: a crisp pasta frolla shell, a fresh cheese filling, and fruit whose acidity cuts through richness. Amarene are ideal because their sharp, almost almond like character keeps the dessert elegant while dark chocolate adds bitterness and depth. The best crostata is built in layers rather than mixed indiscriminately. The shell must remain crisp, the ricotta fill

Crostata alla Nutella e Nocciole Piemonte Story of the Dish Few desserts represent modern Italian home baking better than the Crostata alla Nutella. While the classic Italian crostata has existed for centuries—traditionally filled with fruit preserves or pastry cream—the arrival of Nutella in the 1960s inspired a new generation of bakers to reinterpret this beloved tart. This version pays tribute to Piedmont, the birthplace of Nutella and home of the world-famous Nocciola Pie

Crostata di Ricotta e Gocce di Cioccolato Story of the Dish The Crostata di Ricotta e Gocce di Cioccolato is one of Italy's most comforting and beloved baked desserts. Deeply rooted in the traditions of central and southern Italy—especially Sicily and Lazio—it combines two ingredients that have long defined Italian pastry: fresh sheep's milk ricotta and rich dark chocolate. Unlike a cheesecake, which relies on cream cheese and a dense texture, this crostata celebrates the del