Who is “The Breathing Kitchen”?

I’m a South African living in Rome – this blog tracks the colours, odours and flavours of cooking with the fresh produce found in local markets.

All the dishes have been made and proof-tested by myself, and I only ever share recipes that make me smile (without irony or bitterness). While I’m a vegetarian, these recipes are suitable for anyone, there is no sacrifice on taste.

I grew up in Pretoria, with a vegetarian step-father. It’s only since I’ve grown up, or sort of, that I’ve realised what a gift and luxury it is to eat from a “breathing kitchen”.

I hope greatly that my recipes reflect the range of tastes and pleasures that can be found from eating to live.

~ Abby Ravera