Eggplant parmigiana & lamingtons
2022 Italy
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.
Casts:
Sonia Peronaci
Sonia Peronaci
Studio:
Marco Capedri
Marco Capedri
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