Fruit Salad Tart / Tarte de Salada de Fruta.

Limoncello and Linen Water by Tessa Kiros, was the very first book I bought from this amazing author and that's the book that made me fall in love with Tessa's books.

I have to say that now I have all Tessa Kiros books but, Limoncello and Linen Water will always be my favourite book.

A fantastically well designed book, full of mouthwatering recipes, images to die for and pages and pages full of recipes, tips, words of wisdom and memories.

A few weeks ago I made this fabulous tart that was a true success and put lots of smiles on everybody's faces.

The tart case is more a biscuity case rather than a pastry and it melts in your mouth. As for the filling, lots and lots of fruit which is always a crowd pleaser.

I used blackberries, raspberries, blueberries and yellow and white nectarines but you can use any fruit you want because it will always be a guaranteed success.

Asparagus with poached Eggs / Espargos com Ovos esclafados.

This suggestion is a simple combination and a classic that works every time.

As a starter or a light lunch, it's always a winner.

The recipe is from Tessa Kiros beautiful book "Twelve".

A book full of delicious recipes from Tuscany and, like every and each of Tessa books, it's a glorious tribute to the region.

Risi & Bisi (Rice and Peas) / Risi & Bisi (Arroz e Ervilhas).

Risi & Bisi, the italian for Rice and Peas, is a simple but delicious Venetian combination of flavours.

There's another version of this dish here but, as this month Marta asked us to cook with rice, I couldn't help but making this Tessa Kiros version.

Tessa Kiros is the author of the most beautiful books I have on my shelves and believe me, I have all Tessa Kiros books and each single one is more gorgeous than the previous one.

This recipe is from Tessa Kiros "Venezia" cook book.

A spectacular book that, more than a recipe book, is a book full of gorgeous food photos and Venetian life style shots, snaps and introductions.