Inspired by our brand new 2024 menu release, we had a sit down with our Head Chef Lorenzo and got his thoughts on what’s trending on the menu in the corporate world as well as the secret recipe to one of his favourite dishes!
A typical Italian comfort meal, easy, delicious and perfect for the upcoming cooler months. WARNING! Don’t continue reading this article if you’re already feeling hungry.
What’s trending in the corporate world
Mealtimes are a great way to bring people together, create unity and cheer up the soul, which is also why corporate events and team building experiences are such an important aspect of the workplace. As we move into the end of the financial year, what better way to reward your staff at your EOFY event than with a blend of warm comfort food through a multi-sensory culinary experience. Here are some of our newest on arrival food stations sure to bring everyone together (and blow them away!).
- Italian Macaroni and Cheese with a Navarra Twist
- Live Cheese Making Experience
- Arancini Around the World
Creamy Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi
- 300 grams of Italian sausages crumbled
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 450 grams potato gnocchi
- 1.5 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (optional) to taste
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Take the sausage meat out of the casings and crumble it into a deep skillet. Sauté the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up as you go along until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add the chicken broth, cream, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, and gnocchi to the pan. Give it a good stir.
- Reduce the heat to medium and cover the pan. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Give the gnocchi a stir and then add in the spinach. Cover the pan again for 1-2 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
- Stir in the parmesan and basil (if using). Ensure the gnocchi is cooked through and the sauce is thickened to your liking (cook for another minute or two if necessary). Season with salt & pepper to taste and serve immediately.
