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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Lobster Fra Diavolo

Sweet, juicy lobster simmers in a rich, spicy tomato sauce with perfectly cooked pasta in this unforgettable dinner for two. Perfect for Valentine's Day!

Tight close up of spaghetti and lobster tossed in a thick tomato fra diavolo sauce, showing the texture of the pasta and lobster meat.

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