In this column we share the cuisine and recipes of Italy and our Italian American communities. Each month we feature recipes curated from our research and those shared by LGI readers.
Food and cooking are important aspects of our cultural identity and sharing recipes is one way for us to connect to our roots and to one another!
We invite you to share your family recipes and the stories behind them with us! We would like to feature your special dishes, so if you have a recipe, we would love to hear from you! Please email your recipes and photos to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before March 10.
As springtime approaches, this simple yet delicious dish of Lemon Gnocchi with Peas and Spinach is the perfect meal! 

Buon appetito! 

dalla cucina di www.vinepair.com

Ingredients:

3 oz. Vodka
1 3/4 oz. Triple sec
1 3/4 oz. Lemon juice
3 Mint sprigs
Prosecco

Directions:

Add vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and mint sprigs into a mixing glass. Muddle. Add ice to the mixing glass. Stir. Strain into two serving glasses. Top with Prosecco