Making the Perfect Paste Mare e Monti

If you've never had paste mare e monti, you're honestly missing out on one of the most interesting "surf and turf" concepts in the entire culinary world. It's a classic Italian combination that literally translates to "sea and mountains," and while the idea of mixing shrimp with mushrooms might sound a little weird to the uninitiated, it's a total flavor bomb when done right. ...

May 19, 2026 · 7 min · Fellahi Mccue