About Josie + Nina
For nearly six years, Josie + Nina has been the place where home cooks turn for authentic, approachable Italian food. With nearly 300 recipes ranging from quick weeknight pasta sauces to hearty Sunday suppers, the site has become a go-to destination for over 1 million cooks every year craving big Italian flavor without unnecessary fuss.
The name honors creator Lori Murphy’s Italian grandmothers, Josie and Nina, whose kitchens oozed connection, generosity, and the belief that good food tastes best when it’s shared. That same philosophy is the foundation of every recipe.
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Meet Lori
Ravioli lover. First born. Never met a bowl of pasta I didn’t like.
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What makes Josie + Nina different
Josie + Nina isn’t a “dump-and-stir” kind of cooking site. It’s a collection of recipes that are approachable but thoughtful — the kind of dishes that feel special without making the cook feel stressed. Every recipe is developed and tested repeatedly by Lori Murphy, who has spent more than three decades feeding family, friends, and students, with one goal in mind: helping home cooks feel confident at the table.
Josie + Nina is for anyone who loves Italian food, values fresh ingredients over shortcuts, and believes that meals are about connection as much as flavor.
Here’s what you’ll find at J+N:
- Simple, authentic Italian recipes that actually work — pastas, sauces, pizzas, simple salads, and crowd-pleasing mains.
- Pro tips and timing notes woven right into the recipes so you can cook with confidence.
- Fresh, easy-to-find ingredients from your local grocery or farm stand.
- Bold, layered flavors — garlic, fresh herbs, a little heat, and always the right amount of seasoning.
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