Italian Food PIZZA OK, I like American pizza once in a while – but Italian pizza is a very different thing. The establishments which specialize in pizzas are called “pizzeria” and often they have menus listing 20 or more types. In Italy, pizza is always made to order (with somebody […]
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Celebrate Valentine’s with Italian Dishes to Delight Your Loved Ones
Valentine’s Day, the day of love, is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate it than by preparing a delicious Italian meal for your loved ones? In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of “Valentine” – a fusion of Valentine’s and Italian cuisine. Whether you’re cooking for […]
An Italian Christmas Kitchen, from North to South II
Culinary tradition for Christmas in Italy. begins to change once we get to Lazio and our trip takes us to the South of the country.
An Italian Christmas Kitchen, from North to South I
An Italian Christmas becomes a true Christmas in the kitchen: Italian habits at the table with family and friends during Christmas.
Italian December menu: winter flavors
Winter has officially arrived, and as tradition dictates, with December 8th – the Feast of the Immaculate Conception – homes are transformed into enchanting little worlds adorned with festive decorations. In this magical pre-Christmas atmosphere, which warms hearts and brings families closer to the most anticipated time of the year, […]
Italian Christmas cakes
Cakes and sweets are queens of the Italian Christmas celebrations; the tradition of the dolci di Natale is long and varied all over Italy.
14 December: Tortellini in Broth National Day – Between History and Curiosity
This day cannot be tied to us Italians. Surely, the residents of Modena, Bologna, and Castelfranco Emilia celebrated this day with a nice dinner of tortellini in broth. Yes, the dispute over the origins of tortellini is still ongoing and will most likely never be resolved. We can’t even agree […]
Spending Christmas holidays in Milan
Milan, the stylish and vibrant metropolis of Italy, is not only a global fashion hub but also a charming destination to spend the Christmas holidays. As the city comes alive with festive lights, charming decorations, and an air of celebration, visitors are treated to a unique blend of traditional Italian […]
Christmas Recipes: Pandolce alla Genovese
Recipe of Pandolce, a typical ligurian Christmas cake, a sweet bread with candied fruit, it is traditionally brought to the Christmas table by the youngest of the family.
PanCricri: the cricket-based panettone lands in Turin
Candied fruit, chocolate chips, and raisins are the classic ingredients of the much-loved panettone, a staple of Italian Christmas celebrations. However, innovation has just arrived in Turin, where a chef has created PanCricri, the first panettone featuring cricket flour and caramelized crickets. Unveiled at the Panettone World Championship in Naples […]