S. Ferrari
Expertise
Italian Food & Culture, Ice Cream, Restaurants
- Stef is the former founder/owner of Hay Rosie Craft Ice Cream Company in Brooklyn, NY.
- She is the author of several books, and also works as an illustrator and cartoonist.
- Stef attended the Lorenzo de Medici Institute in Florence to study Italian history and culture.
Experience
Stef Ferrari is a three-time Emmy-winning, James Beard Award-nominated producer on the PBS docuseries "The Migrant Kitchen." She served as senior editor at Life & Thyme, and is the author/co-author of several books, including "Ice Cream Adventures," Aarón Sánchez' "Where I Come From, A Woman's Place," and the forthcoming "Stuzzichini: The Art of the Italian Snack, with Little, Brown/Voracious." Her recipes have been featured in more than a dozen publications, including Oprah Magazine, Prevention, Better Homes and Gardens, and more. A Certified Cicerone (beer sommelier), and food culture journalist and educator, she has lived in and traveled throughout Italy, studying culinary traditions with an eye on the future of Italian foodways.
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Stories By S. Ferrari
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Royal icing can turn your cookies and cakes into works of art, so you don't want to toss any leftover. Here's how to store it so it doesn't harden.
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Many of us have attempted crispy-skinned salmon, only to have the skin stick to the pan and tear. Fortunately, you can avoid that by using a non-stick skillet.
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The opportunities for using your air fryer are endless, and they include perfectly toasting even the thickest slices of bread, every single time.
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A gorgeous cut of meat deserves the best treatment possible. Putting together a dry rub is easy enough, but there's a right and wrong way to use it.
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Whether you're hosting friends for the big game or need an idea for a potluck, an ooey, gooey dip is always a winner. This one takes almost no effort.
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Classic cocktails belong in every home bar, but so do your own variations. The Bee Sting is the spicy cousin of the classic Bee's Knees cocktail.
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This cocktail is so easy to make, requires only two ingredients, and is perfect for warming you up in the winter.
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Eating leftover pizza is always a pleasure, but what if you could give it a new flavor profile in the process? Head to the backyard to get started.
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If you want to give your chicken tenders a legendary crunch in addition to a savory zing, crispy onions and breadcrumbs could be your new best friends.
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Root beer floats are shrouded with childhood nostalgia, but if you add a little bourbon cream into the mix, they can become a delightful adult treat.
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There is plenty of ambiguity when it comes to defining a sugar cookie, but one thing is certain: For crisp edges, the best thing to do is roll up the dough.
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When life hands you lemons, make Martha Stewart's version of a lemon drop. The lifestyle guru enjoys a twist on the iconic version.
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You know the secret to fluffy pancakes is baking soda. But what if they still come out flat? Well, it all comes down to how old the baking soda is.
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Forget the grill and stovetop if you want fresh corn on the cob to feature in Taco Tuesday. Instead, fire up the air fryer to get the job done quickly.
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You may have made espresso martinis at home before, but they might have been missing one easy to use canned ingredient you've never thought of.
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When crafting a cocktail, there are often right and wrong ways to do so, especially the classics. This is why you should never shake an old fashioned.
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With a few tips to ensure the best texture, it couldn't be easier to freeze and defrost kale for long-lasting greens that can be used in endless ways.
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Brighten up your favorite sticky treat, literally and figuratively, with this unexpected ingredient. Just be sure to add it at the right time.
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Cake decorators don't just use frosting to make their creations look good. Frosting can also serve a different purpose when layering cakes after baking.
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Grilled lobster tails are one of life's great culinary pleasures, but getting them right requires finesse. An easy solution is to skewer them first.
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While you might be used to tossing out your carrot tops without a second thought, the correct move is to turn the leafy greens into a delectable pesto instead.
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Believe it or not, peanut butter is one pantry staple you can easily make at home. All you need are peanuts, a bit of oil, and a mortar and pestle.
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If you don't include dairy in your diet, you'll need to look for sources of calcium elsewhere. That's where your leafy green veggies come in.
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Whether you love it or hate it, meatloaf is a classic dish. Why not try to make a better version and turn yourself, or others, into believers?
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If you ever nail the perfect ratio of spices for your custom blend, you won't want to forget it. Here's how to ensure your recipe comes out the same every time.
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Combine a bit of sweet and savory for the ultimate brunch sandwich by making a French toast grilled cheese. You won't regret it.
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Instant rice is a culinary shortcut that's popular with home cooks, but it usually needs a boost in the flavor department. Luckily, all it takes is some cheese.