naples Recipes
8 delicious naples recipes from around the world
Babà al Rum
A classic Neapolitan yeast cake, famously soaked in a generous amount of rum syrup until it's delightfully moist and dripping.
Impepata di Cozze
Peppered mussels - mussels steamed with white wine, garlic, and lots of pepper.
Pastiera Napoletana
A traditional Neapolitan Easter cake, this rich and fragrant tart features a sweet shortcrust pastry filled with a creamy mixture of cooked wheat berries, ricotta cheese, candied citrus peel, and the distinctive aroma of orange blossom water.
Pesce all'Acqua Pazza
Fish in crazy water - poached fish in tomato, garlic, and white wine.
Pizza Napoletana
Neapolitan pizza - thin, charred crust with San Marzano tomatoes and mozzarella.
Sfogliatella Riccia
Authentic Neapolitan 'lobster tail' pastry, featuring incredibly thin, crispy, shell-like layers encasing a sweet and creamy semolina-ricotta filling. This is a challenging but rewarding bake.
Spaghetti alle Vongole
Spaghetti with clams - briny, garlicky, perfect seafood pasta.
Zeppole di San Giuseppe
Traditional Italian fried dough rings, often filled with pastry cream and topped with a cherry, especially popular for St. Joseph's Day (March 19th).