Sonia's Kitchen Stories 3

Sonia Peronaci begins with Gnocchetti, tender little pasta shells paired with clams and turnip greens, offering a delightful combination of sea and earth flavors. To round off the meal, she prepares a rich and creamy New York Cheesecake, providing a sweet, tangy contrast to the savory pasta.

In this episode, Sonia demonstrates how to make a Vegetable Flan, a light and airy dish featuring seasonal vegetables baked to perfection. She then creates a delicious Babka, a rich, twisted bread filled with chocolate or cinnamon, balancing savory and sweet in a harmonious way.

Sonia shows how to prepare Baked Sea Bream with Acqua Pazza, a traditional Italian dish featuring fish simmered with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. To complete the meal, she makes Cream Puffs, light choux pastries filled with whipped cream or custard, offering a refined and elegant dessert.

This episode showcases Sonia’s take on Fajitas, a flavorful Mexican dish of grilled meat and vegetables wrapped in warm tortillas. For dessert, she prepares Soft Coffee Cakes, delicate, fluffy cakes infused with coffee, providing a sweet and aromatic finish to the vibrant fajitas.

In this episode, Sonia presents a Savory Braid filled with salami and cheese, perfect for a hearty snack or appetizer. She then contrasts this with Banoffee Pie, a decadent British dessert made with bananas, cream, and toffee, blending savory and sweet in an indulgent spread.

Sonia prepares Stuffed Bagels, chewy, doughy rolls filled with a savory mix of meats, cheeses, or vegetables. She follows this with Sfingi, Sicilian-style fried dough balls dusted with sugar, offering a delightful treat that complements the bagel’s hearty flavors.

Tortellini in Broth, a classic Italian comfort food, takes center stage as Sonia walks you through how to make these delicate pasta parcels filled with meat and served in a flavorful broth. For dessert, she prepares Sticky Toffee Pudding, a moist sponge cake soaked in a rich toffee sauce, providing a warm and indulgent conclusion to the meal.

In this episode, Sonia demonstrates how to create Beef Wellington, a showstopping dish featuring tender beef wrapped in puff pastry. To finish, she makes Coffee Magic Cake, a layered dessert with a creamy custard-like base and a light, fluffy top, offering a sophisticated and delightful contrast to the hearty main.

Sonia begins with Bacalhau à Brás, a traditional Portuguese dish made with salt cod, eggs, and crispy potatoes. She follows this savory delight with an Apple Rose Tart, a visually stunning dessert where thin slices of apples are arranged like roses in a buttery pastry shell, providing both flavor and elegance.

In this episode, Sonia prepares Meat-Stuffed Peppers, a comforting dish of bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of meat, rice, and spices. For dessert, she makes a lactose-free Tarte Tropézienne, a fluffy brioche cake filled with dairy-free cream, offering a rich yet light finish.

Hamburger and Fries are featured as Sonia shows how to make the perfect burger with crispy, golden fries. She then pairs this classic combo with Tarte Tatin, a caramelized upside-down apple tart that adds a sweet, buttery contrast to the savory, satisfying main dish.

Sonia prepares Orecchiette with Turnip Greens, a southern Italian specialty with a perfect balance of earthy greens and tender pasta. For dessert, she makes Pasteis de Nata, Portuguese custard tarts with a flaky crust and creamy filling, providing an international twist to the meal.

In this episode, Sonia creates Spring Focaccia, a light and fluffy bread topped with seasonal vegetables, perfect for a refreshing snack. She complements it with Coffee Cremoso and Biscuit, a creamy coffee dessert served with crunchy biscuits, offering a delicate balance of texture and flavor.

Sonia demonstrates how to make Rolled Veal, a tender and flavorful meat dish filled with herbs and vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal. She pairs it with Apple Pie, a classic dessert featuring buttery pastry filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, offering a warm and satisfying conclusion to the meal.

Mozzarella in Carrozza, a crispy fried sandwich filled with gooey mozzarella, is the highlight of this episode. To end on a sweet note, Sonia prepares a Key Lime Pie, with its zesty lime filling and crumbly graham cracker crust, providing a refreshing counterpoint to the savory dish.

Sonia Peronaci kicks off with Coxinha, Brazil's beloved street food snack. These crispy, teardrop-shaped fritters are filled with a savory chicken mixture and fried to perfection. Paired with gooey, soft Cinnamon Rolls, this episode balances a rich, savory appetizer with a sweet, spiced treat, offering a delightful contrast for both novice and experienced cooks alike.

In this episode, Sonia prepares a classic Italian comfort dish—Eggplant Parmigiana. Layers of fried eggplant, tomato sauce, and gooey cheese create a rich and satisfying meal. To complement this, she takes us to Australia with Lamingtons, sponge cakes coated in chocolate and coconut, bringing a delightful sweet touch to the menu.

Malloreddus alla Campidanese, a traditional Sardinian pasta dish, is the focus of this episode. Sonia demonstrates how to make these small ridged pasta shapes, served in a hearty sausage and tomato sauce. For dessert, she prepares Sfogliatella Frolla, a shortcrust version of the famous Neapolitan pastry filled with ricotta, making for a rustic yet elegant combination of flavors.

Sonia explores Spanish flavors in this episode by preparing Pulpo a la Gallega, a simple yet flavorful dish featuring octopus seasoned with olive oil, paprika, and sea salt. For dessert, she switches gears with an American classic—Red Velvet Cake—layered with tangy cream cheese frosting. The blend of robust seafood and delicate sweetness makes this episode a culinary journey across borders.

In this episode, Sonia presents Torta Pasqualina, a savory pie filled with spinach, ricotta, and eggs—perfect for Easter celebrations. She then prepares Double-Flavored Baci di Dama, bite-sized cookies with layers of hazelnut and chocolate, offering a delightful mix of sweet and savory dishes that will leave you craving more.