This article, written by Emiko Davies, appears on The Telegraph.

Italian Apple Cake

This is one of those simple, homely cakes that everyone’s nonna knows how to make and that you will always find, reassuringly, in bakeries, bars and pastry shops all over town. Many Florentines would eat this for breakfast or a mid-morning snack. It’s not overly sugary, as Florentines don’t have much of a sweet tooth, but you could, if you like, brush a little warmed apricot jam over the top once you take it out of the oven for some shine and an extra touch of sweetness. View the recipe…