Hazelnut

chocolate-hazelnut tart

January 21, 2013
Thumbnail image for chocolate-hazelnut tart

Whenever I long to be in Italy, I grow nostalgic for chocolate and hazelnut treats. I fell for the rich and nutty combination in my travels and whether it be savoring a few nougatine with my afternoon espresso, or indulging in a cup of gianduja gelato for dessert, I simply can’t get enough of the ...

READ MORE »

dark chocolate & hazelnut nougatine cookies

November 12, 2012

When I met Rowena from Apron and Sneakers in Rome last month, she introduced me to one of her favorite Italian chocolates, Venchi Nougatine. It was love at first bite for me – the caramelized ground Piedmont hazelnuts covered in 56% dark chocolate are absolutely divine. Needless to say, I visited Venchi Bologna later in ...

READ MORE »

espresso-hazelnut thumbprints

December 21, 2011

These deeply chocolate espresso-hazelnut thumbprints are positively over the top – an espresso cookie filled with hazelnut-chocolate spread defines decadence. Gift the coffee aficionado in your life with a plate of these cookies and they’ll be eternally grateful (and slightly more caffeinated)! If you prefer a fruit variation, try these delicious raspberry thumbprints filled with ...

READ MORE »