It’s been cold in New York. I mean bitter cold. I’m taking -3 degrees with wind chill cold. Central Park is iced over and gray, and it’s leaving me wanting some sun and warmth!  

Instead of all the usual warm and comforting food we tend towards during the winter months I felt like changing it up a bit and throwing in a little summer sunshine via the isle of Capri!  Although I haven’t been to Capri, I have been to a beautiful location very close by – Positano – also on the Amalfi Coast. Here, take a look…..

In the spirit of Italian island living the Caprese Salad is a little bit of la dolce vita. Simple, quality ingredients like plump fresh tomatoes (imported this time of year!), yummy fresh mozzarella, flowery sweet basil and fruity olive oil.  Trust me this salad will help perk up your winter doldrums. Bon appetit!

Did you notice the photo? I think it’s an improvement courtesy of my recent photography workshop. Lamp lighting, tungsten setting, low ISO, macro mode…hopefully this digital photography thing is starting to sink in!