Hey I'm Coley!

Hey! I'm Nicole Gaffney, but my friends all call me Coley and you should too. I grew up at the Jersey shore in a big family of Sicilian fishermen and I'm passionate about all things Italian and seafood. As a professionally trained chef, it's my mission to share my best tips and tricks to help you cook incredible food for the people you love.

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Grandma's Apple Pie

This apple pie recipe has been passed down through generations. It's simple and straight forward with plenty of cinnamon and a flaky homemade crust. There's nothing better than a warm slice with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream!

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