Francesco Mazzei
Professional chef
Recipes

Ciambotta di Verdure (Pan-Fried Vegetables Served in Bread)
Francesco Mazzei · Mezzogiorno: Francesco Mazzei Recipes from Southern Italy
Francesco Mazzei's recipe for Ciambotta di Verdure (Pan-Fried Vegetables Served in Bread) is a show-stopping centrepiece at any dinner party.

Gamberoni Arrosto su Macco di Ceci e Anice Nero (Roast King Prawns with Chickpea Mash)
Francesco Mazzei · Mezzogiorno: Francesco Mazzei Recipes from Southern Italy
This sophisticated southern Italian dish of roast king prawns with chickpea mash is from renowned restaurateur, Francesco Mazzei. Fennel, tomatoes and Marsala wine make this a perfect dinner party recipe.

Involtini di Podolica, Caciocavallo e Funghi Selvatici (Beef Rolled with Cheese and Wild Mushrooms)
Francesco Mazzei · Mezzogiorno: Francesco Mazzei Recipes from Southern Italy
This classic recipe for beef involtini is an incredible Italian dish that would make a fantastic dinner party main course.

M’pigliati (Calabrian ‘Mince Pies’)
Francesco Mazzei · Mezzogiorno: Francesco Mazzei Recipes from Southern Italy
These Italian Christmas M’pigliati (Calabrian 'Mince Pies') from Francesco Mazzei's cookbook Mezzogiorno are perfect for Christmas Baking.

Zitoni alla Norma (Pasta with Aubergines and Tomatoes)
Francesco Mazzei · Mezzogiorno: Francesco Mazzei Recipes from Southern Italy
This quick, easy and delicious pasta dish is from Francesco Mazzei's brilliant southern Italian cookbook, Mezzogiorno. It's the perfect midweek meal.
