Why Italian cuisine almost NEVER uses onion and garlic together. 🧅 ❌ 🧄 ❌

lots of garlic cloves

Often overlooked, this is one of those subtle but important points in Italian cooking tradition. In authentic Italian cuisine, onion and garlic are not often used together in the same base (soffritto) — though it’s not a strict rule, and there are regional and personal exceptions.  Keep reading to discover how it breaks down: 🇮🇹

Tomato Mozzarella Salad in 5 Minutes

A large platter of tomato mozzarella salad garnished with fresh basil leaves

When the sun is blazing and the last thing you want is to turn on the stove, this Tomato Mozzarella Salad is your new summer best friend. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the ultimate no-cook recipe—fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor.  Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil come together with a drizzle of