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7/12/12 7/12/12

Arancini di Riso alla Napoletana

You probably know Arancini as a Sicilian delight, but no Neapolitan fried plate worth its salt would be complete without the Neapolitan version.

6/21/12 6/21/12

Crocchè di Patate

Our Neapolitan Fritti series continues with one of my absolute favorites, Crocchè di Patate. Known as Panzarotti in Neapolitan, you might also know them as Crocchette or Potato Croquettes.

5/31/12 5/31/12

Melanzane and Zucchini Fritti

Of all the frieds, these are the simplest and quickest to make and are a great snack to serve up to family or friends on the fly. Simply wash, cut, batter and fry.

5/17/12 5/17/12

Pasta Cresciuta and Fiori di Zucca Fritti

Arriving at the table in a variety of shapes and sizes, what is hidden inside of each bite-sized morsel, and I use that term loosely, is known only to those in the know.

5/6/11 5/6/11

Pizzette Fritte and Pizzette Fritte Ripiene

Almost as famous as Neapolitan pizza are Neapolitan fritti - bite sized fried delights that are made in most every kitchen in Napoli, served as antipasti in most pizzerias and restaurants and a favorite street food sold by the friggitorie.

The Napoli Unplugged Guide to Naples

Written by Bonnie Alberts, Barbara Zaragoza and Penny Ewles-Bergeron. Designed by Erin Romano. Photography by Bonnie Alberts. Illustrations by Kelly Medford, Lorenzo Dotti, and Simonetta Capecchi.

Written for the intrepid traveler seeking an immersive Neapolitan experience, the Napoli Unplugged Guide to Naples features in-depth coverage of historic and cultural landmarks and over 100 beautifully composed photographs, plein air paintings and hand-painted cartography. Read more about the NU Guide – awards, press, bios and more here.

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