Secchi achieves a deep sear by using a fish weight (think burger press ... Secchi’s ragù is the opposite of bouncy meat nubbins bobbing in tomato sauce. He cooks the sauce for 8 to 10 hours!

Fish the teabag out and discard it, and use the strong tea in place of the wine. This trick really only works with slow-cooked dishes with a tomato base to balance the flavours; unfortunately you ...