Bonacini's Italy (2018)
S01E07 Sicily
Episode Overview
Nestled among the stunning blue waters of three seas, seafood plays a crucial role in Sicilian cooking. Chef Michael Bonacini honors this culinary tradition by preparing Rice Balls Filled with Seafood. He shapes creamy risotto into small spheres, packed with a delicious mixture of shrimp and crabmeat, perfect as an appetizing starter. Continuing with the seafood theme, he whips up a smoky, sweet, and spicy Seafood Couscous paired with Italian sausage and a blend of herbs and spices. For the secondo, Michael presents a beloved Italian classic with a Sicilian twist—Sweet and Sour Meatballs, featuring raisins, pine nuts, and a hint of cinnamon. To cap it all off, he creates Sicily's iconic dessert: cannoli, infused with the region's favorite nut, pistachio.
