Re-create Mamma's famous Guanciale di Manzo (Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek) Recipe!
If you're looking for a delicious and comforting Italian casserole dish, we recommend Guanciale di Manzo, rich in Barolo or Barbera d’Alba red wine. This recipe involves slow cooking the beef cheeks until they're tender and melt-in-the-mouth. Serve with either potatoes or polenta for a satisfying main course. Mamma’s Boy Trattoria’s regulars will be familiar with this dish which is served on a bed of mashed sweet potatoes and roasted dutch carrots.
How to make the best gnocchi at home
Mamma’s Boy Trattoria is renowned for having one of the best gnocchi in Melbourne. Can’t make the trip to our restaurant? Try it at home! Making homemade gnocchi is a rewarding experience that yields soft, pillowy pasta. Transforming potatoes, flour, and an egg into a delicate dough is magical. Boil and serve with your favorite sauce. A fun and skill-building activity for any level of cook.
How to host the perfect Italian feast
Love that warm, cosy and homely experience that you get at Mamma’s Boy Trattoria? Re-create it at home! Italians understand that socialising with loved ones requires good food and drink. The Italian word for bread, pane, stems from the Latin 'panem', which means companionship. Breaking bread has long symbolised forming connections. To help you host an Italian dinner party, follow our guide.