Savor the Sanremo symphony: a Ligurian culinary experience!
The most anticipated Italian song festival of the year is just around the corner, and even if you're miles away, you don't have to miss a beat! Stream the magic of the Sanremo Festival live on Raiplay, immersing yourself in every note and emotion of this...
read moreCaviar and Oysters to toast a new year of Taste!
New Year's Eve is the perfect time to celebrate and end the year in style. While many opt for lavish dinners and rich dishes, some seek ways to make their celebration even more special by introducing refined gastronomic delights. Two undisputed stars in...
read moreSiciliamo: Ein Stück Sizilien im Herzen von Berlin
Siciliamo ist ein kulinarisches Projekt, das Sizilien mit Berlin verbindet und von einem deutsch-italienischen Duo gegründet wurde. Diese Initiative bringt nicht nur die Aromen der Insel nach Deutschland, sondern teilt auch ihre reiche Kultur und Traditionen. Das...
read moreSiciliamo: a corner of Sicily in the heart of Berlin
Siciliamo represents a culinary project that connects Sicily to Berlin, founded by an Italian-German duo. This initiative not only brings the flavors of the island to Germany, but also shares its rich culture and traditions. The project was born from a shared passion...
read moreItalian Bollito: A Culinary Tradition to Taste
Italian cuisine is world-famous for its variety of flavours, fresh ingredients and culinary traditions rooted in the country's history. Among the many dishes that embody the authenticity of Italian cuisine, bollito (mixed boiled beats) enjoys a very...
read moreMake memories and try to win our Instagram contest!
Ready for the most Italian, Christmasy and foody weekend of December? From the 8th to the 10th of December the Italian Street Food Festival is coming to Berlin in a whole Christmas dress! The Italian Street Food Festival - Christmas Klimbim Edition is...
read moreItalian Street Food Festival – Christmas Klimbim Edition
Die Kälte in der Luft, Menschen in den Straßen mit schweren Jacken und in flauschigen Schals gehüllt, die ersten Lichter, die auf Balkonen und auf den Fenstern erscheinen, sind klare Anzeichen dafür, dass die lang erwartete Wintersaison angekommen ist....
read moreItalian Street Food Festival – Christmas Klimbim Edition
The chilliness in the air, people in the streets wearing heavy jackets and wrapped in fluffy scarves, the first lights appearing on balconies and out of the windows are all clear signs that the much-awaited winter season has arrived. You can feel Christmas...
read moreItalian legumes
Discovering legumes: chickpeas, beans, lentils, peas, and broad beans. Legumes have always been an important staple in Italian cuisine, offering a wide range of flavours and nourishment. These foods are rich in essential nutrients and offer numerous health...
read moreAllergini: passion, tradition and innovation in the heart of Valpolicella wine-producing area
Allergini: passion, tradition and innovation in the heart of Valpolicella wine-producing area
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week: #HungryFace Instagram Contest
Während der True Italian Pasta Week wird ein neues Instagram Contest organisiert, das euch die Geheimnisse der Pasta-Zubereitung zeigen wird. Die True Italian Pasta Week 2023 ist bald da und wir von True Italian möchten euch dazu einladen, euer bestes...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week: #HungryFace Instagram Contest
On the occasion of the True Italian Pasta Week we’re launching a new Instagram contest that will introduce you to the secrets of pasta-making. The True Italian Pasta Week 2023 is just around the corner and we want you to share your best #HungryFace!...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week 2023: all the vegan recipes
The autumn season is nearing and, as unexpected gusts of wind lift the reddening leaves, a new edition of the True Italian Pasta Week is coming. For the 5th edition of the event there will be delicious original recipes ready to be savored in 38...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week 2023: Pasta, Wein und Digestif in 37 tollen italienischen Restaurants in Berlin
Hier zu dem 2024 Ausgabe der True Italian Pasta Week. Vom 13. bis 19. November bieten 37 der besten Restaurants in Berlin ein besonderes Angebot an: Ein Pasta-Gericht nach Wahl mit einem Glas Wein von Allegrini und einem Digestif für nur 16€ Stell dir vor,...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week 2023: pasta, wine and digestive for only 16 € in 37 exceptional restaurants in Berlin
From 13 to 19 November, 37 of the best restaurants in Berlin will be presenting a special offer: A pasta dish of your choice out of two with a glass of Allegrini wine and a digestive for just 16€ Imagine savouring some good spaghetti "alla chitarra" with...
read morePartenope 081, the authentic glutenfree neapolitan Pizza in Berlin
A much-anticipated culinary novelty has finally landed in Berlin: the first authentic Neapolitan gluten-free pizza, Partenope 081. This pizzeria, already renowned in the Berlin culinary scene for the quality of its pizzas, has now created a space for who...
read moreTagliatelle and the long blond hair of Lucrezia Borgia
Tagliatelle are a type of fresh egg pasta, known worldwide and particularly famous in the Emilia-Romagna region, their territory of origin. Their birth is surrounded by mystery and legend and as often happens, behind the secret of their origin lies a...
read moreBasilicata Week 2023: the only event in Berlin dedicated to Basilicata
The event celebrating the southern Italian region of Basilicata arrives in Berlin with a special offer in more than 10 restaurants. From the 4th until the 8th of October the Basilicata Week is landing in Berlin. In more than 10 carefully selected Italian...
read moreFly to Naples thanks to the True Italian Pizza Week 2023 Instagram contest
The True Italian Pizza Week Deutschland is back: don't miss the incredible proposals of the pizzerias throughout Germany and the chance to win a trip to Naples Tomorrow, the 14th September 2023, the True Italian Pizza Week Deutschland will finally begin....
read moreFliege nach Neapel dank des True Italian Pizza Week 2023 Instagram Foto- und Videowettbewerbs
Die True Italian Pizza Week Deutschland ist wieder da: Verpasse nicht die unglaublichen Angebote von den Pizzerien aus ganz Deutschland und die Chance, eine Reise nach Neapel zu gewinnen. Morgen, am 14. September 2023, beginnt endlich die True Italian...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2023
The most expected event in Germany is coming: the True Italian Pizza Week 2023! From the 14th to the 20th of September 2023 the best pizzerias from all over the Country celebrate the symbol of the real essence of Italy: PIZZA The fourth edition of the True...
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True Italian Pizza Week 2023: Das meisterwartete Event im ganzen Deutschland steht an der Tür! Vom 14. bis 20. September 2023 feiern die besten Pizzerien Deutschlands das Symbol der echten italienischen Tradition: PIZZA. Die vierte Veranstaltung der True...
read moreTrue Italian ist mit einem neuen Foto- und Video-Wettbewerb für das Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023 zurück!
Gewinne einen Aufenthalt in Sizilien mit dem Foto- und Video-Wettbewerb des Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023, organisiert von True Italian. Am 26. und 27. August findet das Pistachio Street Food Festival für die dritte Ausgabe in Berlin wieder statt. Ein ganzes...
read moreTrue Italian is back with a new photo and video contest for the Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023
Win a stay in Sicily with the photo and video contest of the Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023 organized by True Italian. On August 26th and 27th, the Pistachio Street Food Festival comes back to Berlin for its third edition. It will be an entire weekend...
read moreThe Ferragosto Menu in Italy based on simple and fresh recipes
Ferragosto is a 'sacred' date, a day when all work stops and Italians take a break. But we know that not all foreign countries honour this day, which falls on the 15th of the month, as it is a holiday that was first imposed by the ancient Romans and then...
read moreOne of the most anticipated festivals of the summer is back: the Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023
The Pistachio Street Food Festival 2023 is back with its third edition, celebrating the green gold loved all over the world! Pistachio lovers, are you ready? The Pistachio Street Food Festival returns to Berlin with its third edition, for a weekend...
read moreMozzarella, pure passion!
Mozzarella is one of the best known and most appreciated Italian cheeses in the world. Few people know the story behind its creation, which, like many Italian gastronomic specialities, is rooted in the years. This cheese is, in fact, the result of an...
read moreThe photo and video contest is coming back at True Italian Pizza Street Festival 2023!
Win a three-nights stay and a guided tour in the beautiful wine cellars of Villa Raiano! There is no better way to savour the true essence of Italian cuisine than with a good pizza! This year the True Italian Pizza Street Festival returns in its second...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Street Festival returns to Berlin in 2023!
Berlin, get ready for another round of pizza extravaganza! Following the immense success of the first True Italian Pizza Street Festival, we are thrilled to announce the second edition, set to take place on July 15th and 16th. This time, the event promises even more...
read moreDas True Italian Pizza Street Festival findet 2023 wieder in Berlin statt!
Berlin, bereite dich auf eine weitere Runde Pizza-Extravaganza vor! Nach dem großen Erfolg des ersten True Italian Pizza Street Festivals freuen wir uns sehr, die zweite Ausgabe anzukündigen, die am 15. und 16. Juli stattfinden wird. Dieses Mal gibt es noch...
read morePantelleria
Summer holidays are just around the corner and, if Italy and Sicily are on your agenda, Pantelleria is not to be missed during your trip. This volcanic island, located between Sicily and Tunisia, is a gem in the Mediterranean Sea, stretching 80 km2 and...
read moreWin a 3-night stay for 2 people in Palermo with the best photo of the Italian Street Food Festival 2023
True Italian returns with a photo and video contest for the fifth edition of the Italian Street Food Festival and offers a stay in Palermo as a reward. The Italian Street Food Festival is finally back for its fifth edition. On Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023...
read moreItalian Street Food Festival 2023
Italian Street Food Festival 2023: On June 24th and 25th, in Berlin, Italian street food takes center stage A triumph of flavours from all over the Italian peninsula lands in Berlin with a wide selection of simple and character-filled delicacies. Arrosticini,...
read moreVisit Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre is one of the most scenic corners of Italy! A magical land that is definitely worth visiting and discovering when one has a few days' holiday ahead. The upcoming summer is certainly the perfect time to plan a trip to these places. Read this article...
read moreDiscover the vegan ice cream flavours of the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2023!
The Berlin Ice Cream Week 2023 started and we couldn't be more thrilled! For those who still don't know, this is the craziest ice cream week in the capital! It will last from 20 to 26 April and will feature 43 of the city's best artisanal gelato parlours...
read moreWin a stay in Pisa or a 50€ coupon with the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2023 contest
Participate in the fourth edition of the Berlin Ice Cream Week, there are going to be great prizes! The Berlin Ice Cream Week is ready to open the ice cream season with 43 special flavours. This year the event will take place from the 20th to the 26th of...
read moreSpring asparagus season
Asparagus are one of the best known and most widely enjoyed vegetables during the spring period. They flower for a limited time, from March to May, and then reappear the following year. Perhaps because of this short but intense period of life, it is a much...
read moreBerlin Ice Cream Week 2023: taste 43 special ice cream flavours for only 1,50€ in 43 of the best gelaterie of Berlin
The event entirely dedicated to the best artisanal ice cream in Berlin is coming back: the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2023! U Cannolu sutta u lenzolu (Sicilian cannolo with buffalo ricotta cheese and grated pistachios); Tennessee Waltz (dark chocolate with...
read moreAll the vegan specialties of the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival 2023 in one click!
Vegans and vegetarians readers, the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival is coming and will leave no one empty-handed! Are you ready for the tastiest 72hrs True Italian Food Festival of your life, with portions of Italian regional specialties exclusively...
read more72 hrs True Italian Food Festival 2023, das größte Fest der italienischen regionalen Küche findet in Berlin statt
WANN? Von Mittwoch, 29. März, bis Samstag, 1. April WO? 41 ausgewählte italienische Restaurants in Berlin WAS? Eine italienische Spezialität + ein Getränk + eine Waffel für nur 9€ Lies diesen Artikel auch auf Englisch und Italienisch. 72 Stunden, 41 italienische...
read moreWin a stay for two in Bergamo thanks to the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival Instagram photo contest
Visit Bergamo, Italy's Capital of Culture 2023, by participating in the most delicious photo contest of the year! The 72hrs True Italian Food Festival is back again to delight you with the best Italian specialties, offered at a very promotional price,...
read moreINTERNORGA 2023: Innovating the Future of Foodservice and Hospitality
From March 10 to 14, 2023, the renowned INTERNORGA trade fair once again transformed Hamburg into a hub for foodservice and hospitality innovation.
read moreEaster: a time of rebirth accompanied by the flavours and colours of spring.
Confetti, masks, and pranks are now behind us. Carnival is over and the Easter season is slowly approaching. It is a time with strong religious significance which is also rich in traditions and liturgies that colour the customs and rituals of everyday...
read more72 hrs True Italian Food Festival 2023, the greatest party of the regional Italian cuisine in Berlin
WHEN? From Wednesday, March 29th, till Saturday, April 1st WHERE? 41 Italian selected restaurants around Berlin WHAT? An Italian specialty + a selected drink + a wafer for only 9€ Lies diesen Artikel auch auf Deutsch. 72 hours, 41 Italian restaurants in Berlin, 9€ for...
read moreNeaples, seaside and Impepata di Cozze!
Who's in the mood for sea breeze and fresh fish? Here's a recipe you can't miss! Impepata di cozze (mussel soup) is a traditional Neapolitan dish that used to be prepared during Holy Week, particularly on the afternoon of Thursday or Good Friday....
read moreDuring Carnival anything goes!
In general, every month of the year has its own festivity. February is the most eagerly awaited month for adults and children for the start of Carnival, a period that is coloured by fun and frolics and seems to bring a glow of light after the long, dark...
read moreCarnival is coming: it’s that time of the year when frying is a must… don’t be shy!
Are you still figuring out which treats to make for Carnival? Discover new yummy recipes! In Italy we say: "a Carnevale ogni scherzo vale", at Carnival every joke is valid, and that's for sure... but for us food fans maybe the saying "at Carnival...
read moreValentine’s Day: 10 of best Italian restaurants in Berlin for your romantic dinner!
The most romantic day of the year is approaching! February 14th is universally known as the day of love, an occasion for people to come together with their partners to celebrate their relationships among heart-shaped chocolates and flowers. You...
read moreIn Milan, on the 3rd of February, it’s tradition to eat panettone left over from the holidays. Do you know why?
The story behind the patron San Biagio In Italy, as the “protector of the throat,” the faithful turn to Saint Biagio to treat physical ills and, in particular, to heal throat diseases. We would say that we all need his help during this flu period! There is...
read moreFocaccia Barese: A journey through Apulian flavours
Focaccia Barese is one of the most appreciated and typical dishes of the Apulia region. Precisely from Bari, it’s characterized by a very soft dough topped with cherry tomatoes, olives, oregano and olive oil. Thick, with a crisp edge, slightly greasy and a...
read moreLet’s get ready for “giorni della merla”: here’s 10 delicious winter specialties that will warm you up!
Do you know what "giorni della merla" are? In Italy "giorni della merla" (literally days of the blackbird) are the last three days of January and they are known to be the three coldest days of the year. It is said that during this period if the...
read moreVenice’s bacari: a long history of merchants, travellers, and local flavours
Who doesn't know Venice? Everyone must go there at least once in their lifetime. Venice is an open-air historical monument which captivates with its landscapes and sunsets, as well as its architecture, calli (the city’s distinctive narrow streets), and...
read moreIt’s World Pizza Day: 10 most unique types of pizza!
Do you know which is your favorite type of pizza? If it is still unclear to you, let's find it out together! Getting into the heart of a tradition... let's discover why our beloved pizza, one of the world's favorite food, a UNESCO Intangible Heritage of...
read moreA new challenge for January 2023: go green and taste Veganuary!
Let's find out together some Italian recipes with which you can best start January in a plant-based way The New Year kicks off with a long list of resolutions, that after several postponements one would finally like to start! Is one of yours doing...
read moreIs the Witch just a villain? Not in Italy!
The Epiphany: takes all the holidays away! As Lorenzo Tozzi says in his famous song La Befana vien di notte (The Witch comes at night): ‘She comes and gives only, never asking for anything. Just a kiss and a smile, then suddenly disappears.’ But then what...
read moreTorrone: the Christmas treat par excellence
Torrone is a traditional Italian treat widespread throughout the entire country, which is typically consumed during Christmas time. Actually, even though Torrone is mainly consumed during Christmas, Italians do eat it all year. Everyone, or almost...
read moreItalian Christmas Market 2022: participate in our Instagram contest and win a delicious prize
By participating in the Italian Christmas Market, you can have the chance to win a BASKET OF ITALIAN DELICACIES as a prize! Discover how!
read moreThe Aperitivo, an all-Italian experience
For those who grow up in Italy, the aperitivo is a moment that is as much a part of their culinary routine as breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Only when you move abroad do you realize that the Aperitivo is not such an obvious tradition, in fact, there is a...
read moreItalian Christmas Market 2022: a unique festival that celebrates Italian culture and food in Berlin
On December 3 and 4, Arena Berlin will host the market celebrating the Italian Christmas atmosphere in the form of food and art.
read moreThe Emilian Sfoglina: one of the oldest and most authentic crafts in Italian culinary tradition
Italian Cuisine Week (14–20 November) will soon be celebrated all over the world, and we here at Cuciniamo Italy couldn't help but dedicate this article to one of the oldest crafts in the Italian culinary tradition. If you were to ask a young Italian on the street...
read moreWin a stay in Bologna with the Instagram contest of the True Italian Pasta Week 2022
On the occasion of the True Italian Pasta Week has been launched a new Instagram contest that will bring you to the capital of lasagna, Bologna The True Italian Pasta Week 2022 is just around the corner and True Italian is launching a new contest with a...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week in Berlin: 15€ to taste the best pasta recipes in town, drinks included
1 week, 32 Italian restaurants, 15€ for a pasta specialty and a drink: the True Italian Pasta Week 2022 is just around the corner. Gnocchi al tegamino with guanciale and walnuts served with taleggio cheese cream; Buckwheat pizzoccheri with dandelion, farm...
read moreTruffle, a precious ingredient that gives a unique aroma to every recipe
Walking through the woods in autumn is not only enjoyable because if you are lucky you may come across a precious porcini mushroom, but also because you may have the chance to find a valuable truffle hidden in the undergrowth. Truffles belong to the...
read moreSaltimbocca alla romana, a typical recipe from the Roman tradition but also from the splendid Pontine archipelago
One of the most beautiful Italian archipelagos, the Pontine Islands, lies on the Tyrrhenian Sea near the cities of Rome and Naples. Ponza, Ventotene, Santo Stefano, Gavi, Zanone and Palmarola are islands of volcanic origin, offering uncontaminated nature,...
read moreMushrooms, a versatile ingredient at the base of tasty fall recipes
As autumn approaches, there is no hobby more delightful than organising hikes in the middle of the woods. The autumn colours are a glorious display of shades, from pale yellow to deep orange, and this season offers a wave of scents that are also ideal for...
read moreItalian cuisine, love at first bite!
What do Germans and Italians have in common? Probably quite a few things, but the most obvious is their love for Italian cuisine and the places from where it derives. Germans just love everything Italian, the taste, the smells and the ingredients. Honestly, who can...
read moreSavoury Sicilian brioche, seafood risotto, Mezzelune filled with ricotta cheese and spinach … Here’s the True Italian Food News of the Week!
True Italian Food News: our must-go for the weekend! Just like every week, the weekend approaching means it is also time for our much-loved True Italian Food News. This weekend as well, Berlin has some mouth-watering specialties, which we have gathered for...
read moreWin a trip to Naples, a portable pizza oven or an Aperol Box through the True Italian Pizza Week Instagram contest
The biggest event dedicated to authentic Italian pizza ever organised in Germany is once again finally around the corner. Our True Italian Pizza Week Deutschland is back, and it has plenty of surprises for you. Only one day to go until the event dedicated to all our...
read moreWaiting for the upcoming True Italian Pizza Week… Here’s the True Italian Food News of the week!
Waiting for the upcoming True Italian Pizza Week… Just like every week, the weekend approaching also means it’s time for our much-loved True Italian Food News.
read moreVegetarian lasagna, new vegan sandwich, special desserts… Here’s the True Italian Food News of the Week!
This weekend as well, Berlin has some mouth-watering new products to offer, which we have gathered for you. Don’t miss the chance to taste all the new typical Italian specialities Berlin has in store!
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 27 of the best pizzerias of Hanover
From 15 to 21 September, 27 of the best pizzerias in Hanover will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 20 of the best pizzerias of Münster
From 15 to 21 September, 20 of the best pizzerias in Münster will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 32 of the best pizzerias of Berlin
From 15 to 21 September, 34 of the best pizzerias in Berlin will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 28 of the best pizzerias of Cologne
From 15 to 21 September, 27 of the best pizzerias in Cologne will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
read moreWin a stay in Catania by entering the Pistachio Instagram contest
True Italian is launching an Instagram contest during the Pistachio Street Food Festival offering the chance to win a stay in Catania, Sicily.
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 25 of the best pizzerias of Frankfurt
From 15 to 21 September, 25 of the best pizzerias in Frankfurt will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 32 of the best pizzerias of Hamburg
From 15 to 21 September, 31 of the best pizzerias in Hamburg will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€.
After last year’s success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of the True Italian Pizza Week in Hamburg.
True Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 29 of the best pizzerias of Munich
From 15 to 21 September, 29 of the best pizzerias in Munich will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition...
read moreWaiting for the Pistachio Street Food Festival next weekend… Here’s the True Italian Food News of the week!
True Italian Food News: our must-go for the weekend! This week draws to an end and, just like every week, the weekend means it's time for our beloved Food News. Waiting for the Pistachio Street Food Festival, which will take place next weekend, discover...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 21 of the best pizzerias of Düsseldorf
From 15 to 21 September, 21 of Düsseldorf's best pizzerias will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 9 of the best pizzerias of Mannheim
From 15 to 21 September, 9 of Mannheim's best pizzerias will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 24 of the best pizzerias of Leipzig
From 15 to 21 September, 24 of best pizzerias in Lepzig will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 28 of the best pizzerias of Nuremberg
From 15 to 21 September, 28 of Nuremberg's best pizzerias will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2022: one week to enjoy Pizza + Spritz with 15€ in 25 of the best pizzerias of Stuttgart
From 15 to 21 September, 25 of Stuttgart's best pizzerias will be presenting a special offer: a special pizza of your choice out of two and an Aperol Spritz for just 15€. After last year's success, we are once again announcing this initiative for the third edition of...
read morePizza stracchino e pancetta, lasagne, risotto, custard cake… Here’s the True Italian Food News of the week!
True Italian Food News: our must-go for the weekend! Like every weekend, it’s time for our much-loved food news. Berlin always has something in store to surprise you and, this week as well, we will present some culinary news for you to enjoy. Enjoy a...
read moreWine tasting, ice-cream specialties, limonata… Here’s the most refreshing True Italian Food News of the week!
True Italian Food News: our must-go for the weekend! After a long week of work, it's time to relax and enjoy the culinary highlights Berlin has to offer this weekend. Just like every week, True Italian will take you on a culinary journey into the Italian...
read moreWine tasting, gift cards giveaway, new specialties on the menu… Here are the True Italian Food News of the week!
True Italian Food News: our must-go for the weekend! Our favourite time of the week has arrived: the weekend. And with it our beloved Food News. Among relaxed moments, nights out and parties, trips out of town… save some time to discover the culinary news...
read more5 interesting facts about pistachio
World Pistachio Day, the top pistachio-consuming countries and many more curiosities about the most international and beloved nut While waiting for the Pistachio Street Food Festival, we have gathered here for you 5 interesting facts about pistachio that...
read morePistachio Street Food Festival 2022: the second edition of the summer’s most mouth-watering event is back with an even more international twist
After the Italian Street Food Festival and the Pizza Street Festival, True Italian announces the third and final mouth-watering festival of this summer 2022: the Pistachio Street Food Festival Did someone say pistachios? By popular demand and after the success of the...
read moreSpecial pizza, pasta, pan brioche with sardines, special offers and good wine from Spazio Berlin, here are the True Italian Food News of the week
Everything you shouldn't miss about Italian cuisine in Berlin this and next week! This week's news is about new dishes, special offers, and more from various True Italian restaurants in Berlin. But first, we'd like to remind you of the event that will...
read moreWin a Koda 12 Ooni oven by entering the Pizza Street Festival photo contest
True Italian launches a never-seen-before event, the True Italian Pizza Street Festival. For the occasion, it proposes a photo contest with a portable gas oven by Ooni as a prize! The most original event of this summer in Berlin is finally around the...
read moreSpecial pizza Frisella, vegetarian carbonara, Paste Siciliane and more: here is the True Italian Food news of the week!
True Italian Food News lovers in Berlin, here are some updates for you! Discover with us everything that's happening in Berlin this weekend and during the week. The perfect vegetarian carbonara? Coppa di Pasta is your first choice! The full Berlin summer...
read morePizza Street Festival, Love Birds anniversary, Pizza 2×1 at Zero Stress and more: discover the True Italian Food News of the week!
What you cannot absolutely miss about Pizza Street Festival and Italian food in Berlin this week and next one! Pizza Street Festival in two weeks, special deals, live music, bits of Italian food and culture in Berlin are waiting for you! The Pizza Street...
read moreBerlin’s first Pizza Street Festival with 10 of the city’s best pizzerias
On July 16th and 17th, the first Pizza Street Festival will take place at the Jules B-Part in the Gleisdreieck park (Berlin). Ten of the city's best pizzerias will come together for 2 days in one fantastic location. The first event totally dedicated to one...
read moreBerlins erstes Pizza Street Festival mit 10 der besten Pizzerien der Stadt
Am 16. und 17. Juli findet in Berlin das erste Pizza Street Festival auf dem Jules B-Part am Gleisdreieck statt. 10 der besten Pizzerien der Stadt treffen sich für 2 Tage an einer einzigartigen Location In Berlin findet die Veranstaltung statt, die ganz einem der...
read moreNew specialties, new entry on the summer menu, summer beer Magut Pils… Here are the True Italian Food News of the week
Tasty news for the weekend and next week! Everything you need to know to enjoy your summer in Berlin. Summer in Berlin has officially begun, and we at True Italian welcome it with a good beer, a delicious brioche, and a fresh granita. And of course, we...
read moreWin a 3-night stay for 2 people in Catania with the best photo of the Italian Street Food Festival 2022
True Italian on the wave of last year's huge success, reproposes a photo contest, offering a special stay in Catania as a prize. The return of the fourth edition of the Italian Street Food Festival is finally right around the corner. This weekend, Saturday...
read moreWaiting for the Italian Street Food Festival next weekend, here the True Italian Food News of the week
True Italian Food lovers in Berlin... "duty" calls! Always keep an eye on True Italian Food News of the week. Discover what's happening this week, starting from tomorrow, a Sicilian birthday party, La Premiata's catering service at home, pasta with...
read moreNot just grilled meat. Discover arrosticini, from Abruzzo tradition
Happyness is: arrosticini, bread and wine If you love roasted meat, soft and juicy, arrosticini are definitely for you. Originating from the peasant culture of Abruzzo, they are excellent on their own, but even better if accompanied by a couple of slices...
read moreItalian Street Food Festival 2022, all the info about the Berlin biggest Italian food event of the year
Italian Street Food Festival 2022: on June 18th and 19th, the special event dedicated to Italian street food from North to South is back in Berlin. WHEN: Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th of June, both days h 11-22 WHERE: Ost Hafen Berlin (Alt Stralau 1 -...
read moreNew opening, pizza fritta, weekend happy our and many other news! Here for you the True Italian Food News
True Italian food news: all you can’t leave behind this weekend! Berlin is always on the move also when it comes to food, like us! Do you want to feel a little bit in Italy before your vacation? New opening, same quality: Duo Sicilian Ice Cream announces a...
read moreFrom Puglia with love: the tastiest southern Italian food
The delights of Puglia In the south of Italy, on the shores of a crystal sea, there is Puglia, a region extraordinarily rich in culture and ancient traditions. The local cuisine is just like that: extraordinary, rich and made up of recipes that have been...
read morePistachio cannoli, every sweet lover’s dream
From Sicily, one of the most delicious dessert you can taste Sicilian pastry is among the best and the most renowned all over the world, and rightfully so. On this island of absolute sweetness, cannoli is one of the undisputed symbols of a tradition as old...
read moreSummer is here! No matter how crazy the weather is in Berlin: True Italian food news are here to pamper you with good food and ice cream!
You never get bored of True Italian food in Berlin: new pizzas, renewed menus, ice cream for Peace Good pizzas and pasta, good wine and good ice cream unites cultures. This is the Italian way... well the True Italian way! Renovation is key and Facciola knows it...
read moreTrue Italian aperitif: how it’s done and why it’s so popular
Choose your perfect aperitif Glamour, in trendy clubs, quieter at the corner bar or simply homemade. However you may want it, aperitif is an Italian tradition that cannot be renounced. Why? It's an opportunity to enjoy small appetizers, from the great...
read moreThe “true” story of Tiramisu, the iconic Italian dessert (and where to find a good one in Berlin)
All about Tiramisu It's famous, loved and imitated all over the world. Tiramisu is a real superstar, but perhaps not everyone knows the origins of this delicious Italian dessert. Also, the reason for its rather peculiar name, which literally translates as...
read moreFrom the ready-made cannoli, to the black pizza: enjoy the True Italian Food News of the week
Friday... I'm in love! Yes with True Italian Food News, as punctual as ever (we're in Germany after all!) here you'll find our selected tasteful suggestions for the weekend and the incoming week! From the Sicilian cannoli ready-made DIY box to the black...
read moreMay the good food – and good wines as well – be with you! Check the True Italian food news for this week
Start organizing your weekend or week ahead with the True Italian Food News of the week The sun is shining this weekend and a lot of True Italian places are waiting for you! Discover all the food news in our article. When a MATER (pizzeria) is born! After...
read morePre-summer news, Berlin Ice Cream Week weekend and much much more. It’s time for the True Italian Food News!
Start organizing your weekend or week ahead with the True Italian Food News of the week Charity events, artisanal ice cream celebrations and new summer menus are just the tip of the iceberg for our weekly Food News special. Let's dive into this Berlin...
read moreWin a stay in Rome and Milan or a €50 ice cream voucher with the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2022 contests
Take part in the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2022 and try to win two great prizes! Once again this year Berlin Ice Cream Week is set to open the ice cream season with 37 incredible flavours. To mark the occasion, there will be an Instagram contest launched by...
read moreVegan ice cream and ideas for the 1st of May. The True Italian Food News of the week in Berlin!
Foodies foodies, still undecided on what to do? Get ready because our week #trueitalian has just begun! All the news you need to know to live it to the fullest are below. Pss.. for the May Day there’s a lot more! Vegans, you have been chosen! Important...
read moreThe vegan ice cream flavours for the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2022
Sorbet or creamy, the vegan ice cream is now a total HIT, and during the Berlin Ice Cream Week, you will be spoilt for choice! Among the 37 extraordinary ice cream flavours presented during the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2022 (May 5-11), the little green leaf...
read more1€ of Berlin Ice Cream Week, Venetian Tramezzini and more. The True Italian Food News of the week in Berlin!
Berlin, get ready because our #trueitalian week has just begun! If you have not already decided what to do, take a cue from our Food News. Berlin Ice Cream Week: 1€ per scoop Are you ready #foodies? The unmissable Berlin Ice Cream Week is just around the...
read moreEaster menu, aperitifs and music. The True Italian Food News of the Week!
Anyone who participated in the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival knows its delicacy, but there’s more! Check out the True Italian Food News to decide which whim to take off this week. We take this opportunity to thank those who joined us in the 72hrs True...
read moreBerlin Ice Cream Week 2022, taste 37 special ice cream flavours for only 1€ in 37 of the best gelaterie of the city
The event entirely dedicated to the best artisanal ice cream in Berlin is coming back, the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2022. Cassata Siciliana, buffalo milk ice cream with focaccia pieces and pistachio pesto topping, saffron cream variegated with amaretto...
read moreMilan to win, secret pizza and € 1 promotion. The True Italian Food News of the week in Berlin!
Foodies, looking for what to do? Here’s all the food news from True Italian you need to know to have your best week! A stay in Milan to win Winning a stay for two people in an elegant hotel in Milan has never been so easy! Just participate in the photo...
read moreWin a stay for two people in Milan with the Instagram contest of the 72 hrs True Italian Food Festival
A stay in Milan? Win it by participating in the tastiest Instagram photo contest of 2022. The 72 hrs True Italian Food Festival is ready once again to surprise you with the best Italian specialties in Berlin and, of course, the traditional photo contest to...
read more72 hrs True Italian, aperitivo all’italiana, Italian specialties from the big classics to the truffles
Berlin be ready for a complete True Italian week! Heading to the weekend, there's nothing better than preparing to tasty food and experimenting a week of new special Italian cuisine. 72 hrs True Italian Food Festival 2022 The 72 hrs True Italian Food...
read moreAll the vegan specialties of the 72hrs true Italian Food Festival 2022 in one click!
Vegans and vegetarians readers, the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival is coming and will leave no one empty-handed! Are you ready for the tastiest 72 hrs True Italian Food Festival of your life, with portions of Italian regional specialties exclusively...
read moreTen regional specialties to try during the 72hrs True Italian Food Festival
The week was busy and you couldn't plan the to-do list for this weekend? We are here to simplify your life and find the right opportunities that fit you! This is the You have only 72 hours to enjoy portions of regional Italian specialities designed...
read moreColomba, Semifreddo and upcoming 72 hrs, what a way to begin Spring! Discover all our #trueitalianfood news of the week.
If there is one thing we never get tired of, is certainly food! And now we are also really thrilled about our #72hrs coming in the next weeks. So here is our weekly #trueitalianfoodnews and the new reel for our amazing long-lasting aperitivo. 72 hrs, here...
read moreModica chocolate, an ancient and tasteful Sicilian tradition
Modica, the Sicilian capital of chocolate In Southern Italy, and more specifically in Sicily, there’s an ancient, beautiful city called Modica, famous all over the world for its delicious chocolate. Modica chocolate has a rich history that goes way back...
read moreSfincia on Father’s Day, LGBTQ+ brunch experience and more in this week’s True Italian Food News
Spring is coming and all this food news are getting us excited, let's enjoy them! A new queer brunch experience Orlando food berlin is doing a new brunch experience: Thirsty Omnivores is a new, queer and all-inclusive brunch for the Berlin LGBTQ+...
read more72 hrs True Italian Food Festival 2022, the greatest party of the regional Italian cuisine in Berlin
72 hours, 41 Italian restaurants in Berlin, 8€ for an Aperol Spritz together with a small portion of a selected Italian specialty: this is the sixth edition of the 72 hrs True Italian Food Festival. Deep-fried anchovies breaded with breadcrumbs, pecorino,...
read moreAll types of Italian mozzarella (and there are many)
Are you ready to discover how many types of mozzarella exist in Italy? To begin with, let's say mozzarella is a creation of southern Italy and it owes its name to the operation of "mozzatura" (divide/cut) done in order to separate the cheese dough into...
read more10 most original Italian pasta shapes
A typical Italian specialty could only inspire the wildest imagination Radiators, wheels, flying UFO, snails, spaccatelle, lilies, rooster crests, candles, curly lasagna, Vesuvius. No, this is not a joke, these are 10 names of real pasta shapes. Looking at...
read moreEaster eggs, Colomba and Ice Cream. Here’s the True Italian Food News of the week!
Sun is shining and so are Berliners, our True Italian Week has just begun! The sun has blessed us the whole week and hopefully, Berlin is giving us a taste of Spring. Staying home is almost impossible, so be ready to rock the weekend and enjoy our...
read moreThe official guide to the true italian fresh and hand-made pasta in Mitte
Here we are, with a fresh guide for you! Come and discover the best pasta artisans in Mitte Right there, where you do not expect to find good food and authentic delicacies, it’s a real fresh pasta kingdom! Keep reading to discover where you can find these...
read moreZucchine alla scapece, the Neapolitan art of enhancing vegetables
A masterly balance of flavors In Campania making vegetables more appetizing is an art. Zucchini alla scapece - one of the cult dishes of Neapolitan cuisine - are fried zucchini marinated in white wine vinegar and seasoned with mint. A side dish with an...
read moreThe Consorzio “Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato” presents itself in Berlin and Hamburg with a series of special events
E4QUALITY’s events abroad are back, this time dedicated to the Group “Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato”. Foreign events within the ambitious and innovative E4QUALITY project continue, supported by the European Union and created by the Group “Barbera...
read moreFranciacorta, territory and wines of amazing Lombardy
Franciacorta, the sweet hills of Lombardy that give an award-winning wine As we all know, Italy is the country of quality wine which exports all over the world. Italian wine is produced in practically every region, from north to south, and every region has...
read more#Pizzaforukraine, eight years of Altrovino, two scoops of gelato can make a difference. This week’s True Italian Food News!
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city on reopenings, anniversaries and interesting new offers! Furthermore, this edition is partly dedicated to...
read moreThe official guide to the True Italian Focaccia in Berlin
Hey, Italian food lovers! How many of you have ever tasted good Italian focaccia in Berlin? Among Panini, Piadine, and other specialities, let's not forget that focaccia is also one of the symbols of the Italian culinary tradition which we are extremely...
read moreThe official guide to the True Italian pastries shops in Berlin
Italian pastries are becoming increasingly popular and sought after in Berlin and in the whole of Germany. These are the pastry shops that really deserve a try if you are in Berlin! Have you already tried any? Check out our article and visit them to...
read moreThe 10 most original restaurants in Italy not to be missed during your next trip to the Belpaese
Eating in breathtaking, weird and fun places makes food even more interesting Dining at a restaurant is definitely one of the most enjoyable activities you can do, in company, as a couple, as a family. Sharing a meal, especially for the Italian culture is...
read moreCassoeula, the history of an ancient Lombard tradition
From poor origins to queen of Sundays, not to be missed during your next trip to Milan Here is a truly special dish, born of the peasant tradition of seasoning savoy cabbage with the less noble cuts of pork. Typically eaten on Sundays, accompanied by...
read moreArancin*, ‘Pizza a Portafoglio’, and much more. Here are the True Italian Food News of the week!
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. La Trancina: Arancine for all tastes Did you know that at La Trancina you can taste some specialities of the...
read moreDrunk cheese, a perfect combination of wine and milk
A very special kind of cheese A drunk cheese is a type of cheese with a strong and aromatic flavour, sweetly spicy and with a unique grape aftertaste. Immediately recognizable for its dark red crust, made smooth by the time spent in the wine. The colour...
read moreThe official guide to the True Italian Pizzerias in Mitte and Moabit
By now you know: our passion is good Italian food, but what would this be without pizza? Today we continue our culinary journey among the 'Kiez' of Berlin, and we head towards the pizzerias of Mitte and Moabit! In how many of these Italian pizzerias in...
read moreBrutti ma Buoni, few ingredients for a traditional pastry
A biscuit disputed by two regions Brutti ma Buoni (ugly but good), also known as "brutti e buoni" or "brut e bon", in Piedmontese dialect: these are the classic irregularly shaped hazelnut sweets we all know. These are sweets of disputed origin: some claim...
read moreDa Michele’s second anniversary, new cocktails and sweets, all you can eat aperitivo and much more… Here are the True Italian Food News of the week
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. Once again we update you with all the latest news from the #trueitalianfood staff. Here you can find...
read moreThe official guide to True Italian fresh and hand-made Pasta in Kreuzberg: tagliatelle, ravioli, and much more!
Another day, another fresh and incredible guide. We are talking about pasta! If you are wandering around Kreuzberg and you are suddenly thinking about a nice plate of pasta, this might be the perfect guide for you. Keep reading to discover the best fresh -...
read moreThe regional cuisine: Abruzzo and its sumptuous culinary simplicity
Abruzzo, a region that will blow your mind with breathtaking places and rustic cuisine Wonderful landscapes, luxuriant nature and suggestive villages...this and much more is Abruzzo. It's a region settled in the center of the Italian peninsula, between the...
read more“Cornetto e Cappuccino” – The official guide to the True italian Breakfast
For most Italians, it is kind of a tragedy to find a real Italian breakfast in Berlin. Coffee is always burned and real “cornetti” are almost impossible to find. If you miss your espresso and brioche routine, we’re here to help you! Caffè Monelli In the...
read moreSweet truffles, a real cuddle
Chocolate truffles reached their peak in the 80's and 90's, but are still loved today Truffles (tartufi) are small sweet delicacies, well-known around the world for the intense and enveloping taste. They are ideal to offer to your guests or to present as...
read morePizza, desserts and complete menus. S. Valentines Day specials take over this week’s True Italian Food News!
Berlin, get ready for an exciting, and full of love, True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. What a great week we have ahead! Plus, on Monday it's Valentine's day, so here are some...
read moreThe official guide to the True Italian Aperitivo in Friedrichshain
Berlin bars and restaurants where you can enjoy an Italian Aperitivo are – almost – endless. We have gathered up our personal favourites and organized them in different ‘Kiez’, starting from Friedrichshain. Hello trueitalianfoodies! In how many Italian...
read moreBeans, the favorite meal of an international hero: Bud Spencer
Bud Spencer and the immediate correlation to the black skillet full of beans and the loaf of bread Many of the dishes shown in the various movies in which Bud Spencer and Terence Hill acted, show a plenty of choices, and when you start to watch their...
read moreThe official guide to the True Italian Pizzerias in Schöneberg
Berlin pizzerias are - almost - endless. We have gathered up our personal favourites and organized them in different 'Kiez', starting from Schöneberg. Hello pizza lovers! How many Italian pizzerias in Berlin have you already been to? There are so many that...
read moreLiquorice and the close relationship with Italy
Some curiosities about liquorice Liquorice is a plant native to south-western Asia and the Mediterranean region. It is a frost-resistant herbaceous species, which mainly grows in southern Europe in calcareous and/or clayey soils. Liquorice is one of the...
read moreValentine’s Day and Carnival are coming, plenty of Pizza and Tacos: Here the True Italian Food News of the week
Here we are, with our weekly report: what you can't miss next week if you love the Italian cuisine F is for Friday and for Food, our two favourite words! So here we are for our weekly report of our #TRUEITALIANFOODNEWS. What a great week we have ahead!...
read moreRagù lucano, what a sauce!
An exceptional pasta sauce from southern Italy What is the best way to season pasta? This is a tricky question, and unfortunately there is not a unique and universal answer. Nonetheless, if you are looking for a new sauce to add a magic flavour to your...
read moreThe regional cuisine: welcome to Molise
Molise is a small Italian region that offers a rich cuisine, full of authentic flavors and a large variety of products Molise is a mainly hilly region, which offers villages landing place on the mountains and seductive medieval castles, for this reason its...
read moreItalian Aperitivo offers, Pizza for lunch and winter ice cream. Here are the True Italian Food News of the week
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. Saturday at InCibus: their special offer for the perfect Happy Hour! This Saturday, January 29th, don't miss...
read moreFive ingredients, one guarantee: Tuscan Cantucci
Cantucci are the most loved and well-known Italian biscuits Cantucci (Cantuccini) also known as "Biscotti di Prato" are typical sweets of traditional Tuscan cuisine, very crunchy and scented. They are dry biscuits with almonds, obtained by cutting slices...
read moreHow to fall in love with Neapolitan fried pizza
Let's discover a different version of Neapolitan Pizza Napoli offers a plenty of tasty dishes full of history and one of them is pizza fritta (fried Pizza). If you try to pronounce its name you can even hear the hot oil crackling from the pot! This kind...
read moreSunday lunch for 15€, truffle season and tasty desserts! Here are the True Italian Food News of the week
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. Sunday Lunch at Prometeo's On 23rd January, Prometeo's "SUNDAY LUNCH" is back - a super offer you can't...
read moreDon’t miss Prometeo’s events this month: Pizzafest and Sunday Italian lunch
'Pizzafest' and 'Sonntagsessen', the Italian food events at Prometeo this month For the whole month of February, there are two events that all food lovers can't miss! Thursdays (February 3rd - 10th -17th - 24th) are Pizzafest and Sundays (February 6th -...
read morePizza, 12 things that you may not know about the world’s most famous Italian dish
There’s who bought it with Bitcoins, who delivers it by plane, and who spent even €8,300 for it. Pizza is a serious affair, a dish rich in history as well as full of anecdotes. Here are some funny stories about pizza that you probably didn’t know. ...
read moreBresaola: the healthiest and most delicious cured meat from Italy
Learn more about this appetizer that has been around for ages and not only in Italy Bresaola is an air-dried salted beef that has been aged for two to three months. You know it’s ready when it hardens and turns dark red or almost purple. Its origin comes...
read moreNew openings, fried pizza over the weekend and tiramisù as a cherry on top. These are the True Italian Food News for the week!
Berlin, get ready for an exciting True Italian week! Berlin never stops and so do we. Once again we bring you all the latest food news in the city. Weekend Aperitivo - The Winery got you covered. The 'power couple' Zerostress Kreuzberg X the Winery...
read moreTrentino-Alto Adige, where Italy and Austria meet
Being the northernmost region of Italy, Trentino-Alto Adige is a very special area where the Italian and the German traditions merge One of Italy’s many features which give the country its charm is the variety that is to be found within its borders: the 20...
read moreTorta Tenerina: the “cake of lovers”
A fan favorite among chocolate lovers Hardcore chocolate lovers will probably be no strangers to “torta tenerina”, whose soft and creamy consistency will make their mouth water just thinking about it. As a matter of fact, this cake is a favorite among...
read more“Friends’ Special Aperitif”, pizza radicchio&gorgonzola and last chances to try Orlando Sicilian Food. These and more in this week’s True Italian Food News
What you can't miss this weekend and next week in Berlin Now that all the Holidays are behind us, it's time to look for something new to celebrate, and we are ready to begin again! Orlando Sicilian Food of Happiness: It's time to say goodbye for good...
read moreFriccò all’Eugubina: the perfect Sunday stew
Discover a special stew from Gubbio, Umbria The origins of this stew lay in Umbria: according to the tradition, it comes from the town of Gubbio, as the name Friccò all’Eugubina suggests. It is a stew composed by various kinds of meat: in the recipe we...
read moreThe Jewish – Roman culinary tradition, a tasteful encounter of cultures
The history of the most ancient Jewish community of Europe In Rome you can find the most ancient Jewish community of Europe, present in the city since the II century b.C. According to the book of Maccabees the relationship between the Roman Republic and...
read moreGoodbye 2021, hello 2022!
2021 has been a year full of wonderful True Italian events! Let’s recap them together
read moreBe inspired by our New Year’s Eve Italian menu: unique and original
This important day is slowly approaching, and we can already see ourselves ready to raise our glasses and toast the New Year, which we hope will bring as many changes for the better as possible. To do this, we recommend some of our Italian regional New...
read morePinza form Treviso, the norther-east Italian Santa Claus cake
Pinza trevigiana It’s frequently mispronounced as “pizza” but behind this sweet recipe there is a whole different tradition: welcome to the Pinza world! Pinza is a sweet cake prepared and eaten in the north-east of Italy right at the end of the Christmas...
read moreBaccalà e Peperoni Cruschi, a Christmas delicacy from the southern Italian mountains
Baccalà e Peperoni Cruschi is still a niche specialty that combines an easy preparation with a great taste Baccalà e Peperoni Cruschi is the perfect choice for anyone who is interested in more niche specialties from the rich Italian repertoire. It is...
read moreApulia in a Christmas cake: pizza 7 sfoglie
Pizza 7 sfoglie, a traditional dessert from Apulia Although the name may be misleading, pizza 7 sfoglie is not a type of pizza, but a traditional and typical Apulian dessert prepared especially at Christmas time. It is original from Cernigliola's area in...
read moreSicilian Panettoni, enormous stuffed potato crocchè, freshly baked Neapolitan Pastiere. This and much more in this week True Italian Food News!
All the best heads-up for the week ahead in Berlin in another edition of the True Italian Food News Christmas is right around the corner, and before officially wishing you all the best for this upcoming Holiday season, we have another True Italian Food...
read moreMostaccioli, the iconic smell of Christmas
The perfect Christmas cookies “Mostaccioli” (or mustacciuoli) are diamond-shaped, spiced cookies covered in chocolate icing, eaten during Christmas time and popular in centre and southern Italy. These cookies are traditionally prepared from December...
read moreChristmas markets in Italy, the ones not to miss
Experience Christmas at its most Although Christmas is a purely religious holiday, in Italy the cultural component is just as important, if not more so. Among decorated streets, Christmas trees, nativity scenes, lights, endless and wonderful family meals,...
read moreCanederli, the definitive recipe to use your stale bread
The dish you have to try while in Trentino Alto Adige Have you ever had any stale bread in your pantry? Apparently Bavarian and Tyrolese farmers had, as they made a whole recipe tradition around it. In fact this traditional food is made out of dry bread...
read moreItalian Christmas Market: an amazing event to celebrate the Italian Christmas with food and artisans in Berlin
Italian Christmas Market Saturday December 11th from 11 AM to 10 PM and Sunday 12th December from 11 AM to 8 PM Napoleon Komplex, Modersohnstraße 35-45, 10245 Berlin Facebook Event Italian Christmas Market: on December 11th and 12th the first Italian...
read moreVII edition of the National Pizza DOC Championship: here are the winners of the main categories.
An event planned by Antonio Giaccoli The event took place on the 8th and 9th of November and was planned by Antonio Giaccoli’s “Accademia Nazionale Pizza DOC”. “The 7th edition was the outcome of what we have been doing for years in the pizza world. I...
read moreThe regional cuisine: Puglia and its culinary heritage
A mixture of stories and enchanting places Puglia is a south Italian region, located in the heart of the Mediterranean and it's considered the land of sun and hospitality. The Ionian and Adriatic seas border its coasts by which you can admire colorful...
read moreTozzetti and Vin Santo, perfect sweets to end every meal
Mix few simple ingredients and you will get a traditional sweet dessert Tozzetti are one of the most famous sweets of Umbrian tradition. Made with simple ingredients they are famous all over Europe for their sweetness and crunchiness. Loved by young and...
read morePinza onta and schizzotto, two amazing focaccias
Two culinary delights from Veneto All around Italy you can try many different types of focaccias, all of which will surprise you with amazing flavours and textures. This time we want to bring you on a culinary journey to Veneto, a region in Northern Italy,...
read moreCjarson: Friuli at the table
From pauper cuisine to esteemed dish in restaurants Cjarsons ara typical dish from the Friulian cuisine. To be more precise, they come from the alpine region of Carnia, but they can be found in the Friulian plain too. Similar to ravioli, they are made of a...
read moreRibollita, the famous Tuscan soup
Ribollita is one of the most well-known dishes of the Tuscan culinary tradition Nowadays, this recipe is the symbol of family traditions and of the local customs, extremely popular during the winter months in Italy. Ribollita is a a hot and tasty first...
read moreWin a stay in Bari with the Instagram contest of the True Italian Pasta Week 2021
Looking forward to the next trip to Italy? We have a gift for you! The True Italian Pasta Week 2021 is just around the corner and how could True Italian not launch a new juicy contest with a very interesting prize to be won?! This time in addition to the...
read moreAll hail to his majesty Babà al rum
Babà al rum: the liqueur and mushroom-shaped Neapolitan dessert It is no secret that Neapolitan food is one of the most beloved not only in Italy, but all over the world. From pizza to sfogliatelle, from pastiera to casatiello, diet is a swear word when it...
read moreBaccalà alla vicentina: the typical winter second course from Vicenza
Baccalà alla Vicentina, one of the most famous dishes from the city of Vicenza is a second course appreciated for its strong taste, perfect for cold weather. The baccalà is a winter second course made of codfish, typical of the Region of Veneto. This...
read moreOpening party at Spaccanapoli Nr. 12, gnocchi’s grand return and catering offers. Here is the Food News of the week in Berlin!
Here is all the True Italian Food News of this week in Berlin! Do you want to stay up-to-date with all things Italian in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Discover all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting...
read moreBlack truffle, grapefruit zest, pink pepper, stracciatella di bufala: discover the special features of True Italian Pasta Week!
Less than two weeks to the beginning of the True Italian Pasta Week! Are you ready to taste the best pasta around Berlin? From the 22nd to the 28th of November, each participating restaurant will present two original recipes of the typical Italian cuisine,...
read morePasta e patate, a Neapolitan hidden gem
Born as a meal for the poor, pasta e patate quickly became one of the most beloved and imitated dishes of the Neapolitan cuisine Naples is world-famous for being the land of pizza, but few people are aware of the huge amount of minor but delicious dishes...
read morePolenta: an old-fashioned specialty to warm you up
You may know it as cornmeal, but if you want to try the actual Italian dish you should call it Polenta Feeling cold and hungry? Polenta is here just for you! It is ideal to have a satisfying lunch at a mountain hut or to share a homemade meal with your...
read more10 of the best and most peculiar Italian restaurants in the world
Italians do it better, not only at home! It is common knowledge that Italian cuisine is the world’s most popular one. People from all over the world, if they can’t directly do it in loco, want to taste the much talked about Italian food to find out what...
read morePasta alla zozzona, the first panettoni of the year and new delicacies. All the Food News of the week in Berlin!
Here are all the True Italian Food News of this week in Berlin! Do you want to stay up-to-date with all things Italian in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Discover all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting...
read morePumpkin gnocchi: a colourful and very tasty first course
The perfect recipe for autumn Sundays Pumpkin is widely used in Italian cuisine: pumpkin cake, baked pumpkin, pumpkin risotto... Today introduce you Gnocchi di Zucca (Pumpkin gnocchi), a variation of traditional gnocchi. The perfect handmade first course...
read morePasta alla Norcina
A traditional and typical first course of Umbria region: Pasta alla Norcina Pasta alla Norcina, is a typical first course from the Umbria region. It is a traditional dish prepared with the Norcia sausage crumbled with oil, and onion, fresh cream (once...
read moreFellini, Mastroianni and Loren: not only unforgettable stars but also food lovers
Italy in the 1960s, all to be tasted Fellini's films have always described reality with a dreamlike and often surreal approach. The Italy of this period, is a country that emerges destroyed by war, and that is heading towards industrial and economic...
read moreTremble, tremble, the Food News are back! In Berlin pumpkin cocktails, homemade ice cream and new delicious recipes
Here's all the True Italian Food News this week in Berlin! Do you want to stay up-to-date with all things Italian in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Discover all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting menu...
read moreTrue Italian Pasta Week in Berlin: 14€ to taste the best pasta recipes in town, drinks included
7 days, 33 Italian restaurants, 14€ for a pasta specialty and a drink: the True Italian Pasta Week 2021 is just around the corner. Lasagne with truffle and pumpkin; Homemade Pizzoccheri with latteria cheese, potatoes, garlic, butter, and pepper;...
read morePiadina Romagnola: Romagna’s iconic food
An ancient street food from Central Italy The “piadina romagnola” or “piada romagnola” it’s a simple ancient street food from Emilia Romangna, made with wheat flour, lard or olive oil, baking soda or yeast, salt and water. It was traditionally cooked on a...
read moreTeste di moro, a traditional Neapolitan cake with an atypical name
A delicious Italian masterpiece Teste di moro, or mallomars, as they’re best known worldwide, find their origins in Naples and they are basically chocolate pralines with a tender sponge-cake centre, softened with liqueur and usually covered with icing and...
read moreBruschetta brunch, crocché, ziti and much more. This week’s True Italian Food News in Berlin!
Here are all the True Italian Food News of this week in Berlin! Do you want to be always up-to-date about Italian food in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Find out all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting...
read moreFrico: tradition and taste from Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Traditional dish from the Friulian region In the Italian region Friuli – Venezia Giulia an unique dish is known and appreciated by all: it is the so-called frico, a little pie of potatoes and cheese. It is known for the crunchy crust on the outside and the...
read moreBrandacujùn: curious tongue-twister or delicious dish?
Branda... What? This funny word is not a curious tongue-twister, but it is the name of a typical (and delicious!) dish from the Italian region Liguria. Usually served as appetizer on toasted bread, it is composed by 5 different ingredients: the main one is...
read moreTastings, brunches, new recipes and appointments. Get ready for the True Italian Food News of the week!
Here are all the True Italian Food News of this week in Berlin! Do you want to be always up-to-date about Italian food in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Find out all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting...
read moreUsually you play it, in Abruzzo you eat it: maccheroni alla chitarra
A typical first course from Abruzzo Maccheroni alla chitarra, or better-known in Abruzzese dialect as "maccheroni carrati", is a traditional pasta dish coming from Abruzzo region, whose name has, however, French origins. Although this dish has been part of...
read moreAperitifs, contests and tasty pumpkin news to welcome October. Here are this week’s True Italian Food News!
Here are all the True Italian Food News of this week in Berlin! Do you want to be always up-to-date about Italian food in Berlin? Then keep following our True Italian Food News! Find out all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting...
read moreWhen life gives you walnuts, make nocino!
The walnut is one of the most ancient trees ever cultivated by mankind. Its importance comes from two aspects: the wood, everlasting and hard, and the fruit that can be eaten fresh or dried. Cultivation In Italy, the cultivation of the walnut tree has a...
read moreAn original Sicilian sauce: Trapanese pesto
Trapanese pesto, a traditional Italian sauce from Sicily The preparation of Sicilian pesto is based on the typical products of Sicily. There is no real basic recipe, but there are canonical ingredients that must be used to obtain a result very close to...
read moreMusic and pizza at Fabrik23, Neapolitan cuzzetiello and special offers. Here are the True Italian Food News of the week!
Here's all the Italian food news in Berlin this week! Would you like to be kept up-to-date on Italian food in Berlin? Then keep following our column! Find out all the news this week, including new events, offers and interesting menu updates. Music &...
read moreSo easy, so delicious: the Fregolotta cake
The important thing is to share it until the last "fregola" The "fregolotta cake" is a typical dessert of Marca Trevigiana, the surrounding area of Treviso, in Veneto’s region. The main ingredients are: flour, cream and sugar, a true pleasure for breakfast...
read moreThe regional cuisine: welcome to Lombardy
One of the richest regions in culinary traditions and typical products in Italy: Lombardy Due to the historical past of its territory, and also to the variety of the landscape, the region of Lombardy has a very mixed culinary tradition. We can say that the...
read morePizza and calzoni fritti, ice cream 2×1 and much more: here are the True Italian Food News of the week!
Tasty news for the following week! All you need to know to enjoy this foodie week in Berlin. Want to be always up-to date with all Italian food news in Berlin? This post is for you! Discover some of the initiatives and events planned for us food lovers!...
read moreMalloreddus alla campidanese: tradition and taste from Sardegna
Malloreddus, "little bulls" Let us have a taste of Sardinian tradition with Malloreddus, generally more known as “gnocchetti sardi”, which literally means “little gnocchi from Sardegna”. It is a typical and delicious food deriving from the Sardinian...
read moreFettuccine Alfredo, the strange case of a mistaken symbol of Italian cuisine for Americans
Fettuccine Alfredo, a very popular dish known all over the world All over the world but mostly in the USA, Fettuccine Alfredo, is considered the symbol of Italian cuisine. But in Italy, this recipe is not so well known. Fettuccine Alfredo: tagliatelle,...
read moreNegroni Week, Roman fried food, new openings and crazy recipes to start the autumn off right! True Italian Food News of the week
Monella lands in Wedding: opening tomorrow, September 18! A new location opens in Wedding, in Malplaquet Str. 16b, with a brand new concept, combining quality food and cultural events. To celebrate, a big party has been organized: from 6 pm live music with...
read moreSalsiccia and friarielli, the perfect Italian combo
A delicious combo: salsiccia and friarielli Salsiccia and friarielli is a typical Italian second course. It is original from the Campania region, specifically from Naples. This dish is very easy to prepare and it has a unique flavour. Friarielli is a type...
read moreBrustengolo, an unusual but surprisingly delicious mixture of cornflour and nuts
The most typical Perugian cake, the brustengolo If you are planning to stop by Perugia, you can’t miss the opportunity to taste the typical cake, the so-called Brustengolo, whose name’s meaning is still wrapped up in mystery. Although its origins made it...
read moreWin a trip to Naples with the instagram contest of the True Italian Pizza Week 2021
The Instagram contest by True Italian, dedicated to those who want to enjoy the authentic Italian pizza in the heart of Naples, is taking place this year as well! True Italian Pizza Week si about to start! For one week you can enjoy a special pizza -...
read moreBombette Pugliesi… will blow your mind
Bombette Pugliesi (meat rolls stuffed with cheese) are the pride of Italian street food and one of the most tasty finger food! When looking for good food, you can never go wrong with what the Puglia region has to offer: here many of the recent most beloved...
read moreCoconut and Nutella cake: the perfect match
Coconut lovers, this irresistible combination will not disappoint you If you love chocolate and coconut then you’ll adore the Coconut and Nutella cake. This recipe is a simple dessert to prepare, just add all the ingredients and once the cake is baked,...
read moreMelanzane a pullastiello: Napoli welcomes you!
City of art, sea and... food! Everybody is crazy about Neapolitan food, and there is a good reason for it. Among all the specialities that make this beautiful city one of the most visited by food lovers, we count not only the world-wide famous pizza, but...
read morePalermo’s Anelletti
Anelletti al forno, a culinary treasure of Sicilian cuisine Sicilian cuisine hides a lot of culinary treasures. One example is Anelletti al forno ("a pasta u furnu" in Sicilian dialect). This is a traditional first course of this region, loved by young and...
read moreSalsa alle Noci, another pesto from Liguria
"Salsa alle Noci" can be considered the little brother of "Pesto alla Genovese": welcome to Liguria! The Liguria region is the the kingdom of sauces for every kind of pasta, and one of them stands out in particular: indeed, everybody knows Pesto alla...
read moreFrom Sicily to Iran: 10 tasty pistachio specialities you can find at our Pistachio Street Food Festival in Berlin
Ready for the Pistachio Street Food Festival? Here are some of the delicacies there will be! The Pistachio Street Food Festival will be the perfect occasion to taste many foods from different nationalities, such as Italian, Turkish and Persian! The event...
read moreWin a 50 € voucher for the Duo Sicilian Food Shop with the Pistachio Street Food Festival
Another reason to participate in the Pistachio Street Food Festival: the brand new Instagram contest by True Italian: you can win a 50 € voucher for the Duo Sicilian Food Shop (pistachio creams and pestos). The much awaited first edition of the Pistachio...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza+ Spritz 12€ in 33 of the best pizzerias of Berlin
For one week there will be a special offer in 33 of the best pizzerias in Berlin: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the fourth edition of the...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 30 of the best pizzerias in Munich
For one week there will be a special offer in 30 of the best pizzerias of Munich: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of the...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza+ Spritz 12€ in 26 of the best pizzerias of Stuttgart
For one week there will be a special offer in 26 of the best pizzerias of Stuttgart: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 21 of the best pizzerias of Mannheim
For one week there will be a special offer in 21 of the best pizzerias in Mannheim: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. We are glad to announce to you all the first edition of the True Italian Pizza Week Mannheim....
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza+ Spritz 12€ in 21 of the best pizzerias of Cologne
For one week there will be a special offer in 21 of the best pizzerias in Cologne: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 20 of the best pizzerias of Düsseldorf
For one week there will be a special offer in 20 of the best pizzerias of Düsseldorf: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 27 of the best pizzerias of Hannover
For one week there will be a special offer in 27 of the best pizzerias of Hannover: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 25 of the best pizzerias of Frankfurt
For one week there will be a special offer in 25 of the best pizzerias of Frankfurt: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 26 of the best pizzerias of Nürnberg
For one week there will be a special offer in 26 of the best pizzerias of Nürnberg: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. It's the frist edition of the True Italian Pizza Week in Nürnberg. Pizza with tomato sauce,...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza +Spritz 12€ in 16 of the best pizzerias of Münster
For one week there will be a special offer in 16 of the best pizzerias of Münster. It's the first edition of the True Italian Pizza Week. With 12€ you can choose a special pizza between two flavors and an Aperol Spritz. Pizza with mozzarella, spinach, gorgonzola and...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week Pizza + Spritz 12€ in 24 of the best pizzerias of Leipzig
For one week there will be a special offer in 24 of the best pizzerias of Leipzig: with 12€ you can choose over two types of special pizzas and an Aperol Spritz. After the success of the last year we are glad to announce to you all the second edition of...
read morePistachio Street Food Festival, reopening pizzeria Da Michele… Keep reading for this week’s True Italian Food News!
Tasty news for the following week! All you need to know to enjoy this last month of summer in Berlin. We still have a month of summer to enjoy at its fullest and we surely won't get bored. Discover some of the initiatives and events planned for us food...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Week 2021: for one week pizza+ Spritz 12€ in 31 of the best pizzerias of Hamburg
31 pizzerias, one week, one fixed price: True Italian Pizza Week Hamburg is a celebration of the best and authentic pizzas in Hamburg Pizza with fior di latte, walnut’s cream and goat’s cheese, arugola, red onions with balsamic vinegar, toffee walnut...
read moreApricot jam crostata: the classic homemade dessert par excellence
Crostata is the Italian word of tart, one of the most classic grandmother's desserts It is made of shortcrust pastry and apricot jam filling. A genuine, simple, fast dessert that everyone loves deeply, perfect for a summery breakfast or morning tea. ...
read moreFive savory Italian recipes made with chocolate
Who said that chocolate can only be used for desserts? Everybody knows that chocolate comes from cocoa which has a bitter taste to the palate. This ingredient has been used since the beginning of times from the Maya population and it was way more in use...
read moreValdobbiadene, the UNESCO valley of wonders where Prosecco was born
Veneto acclaimed hills as UNESCO world heritage site The Conegliano-Valdobbiadene hills are group of hills situated in the province of Treviso, in Veneto (northern Italy) the most known area where the wine “Prosecco of Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG” is...
read moreLamb ribs, Tomahawk, summer truffle and free deliveries on Wolt. Keep reading for this week’s True Italian Food News!
Share a Tomahawk at MedEATerranean Trip! At MedEATerranean Trip not only you can get your classic favourite Italian dishes, but now you can also find a juicy Tomahawk to share. Who are you gonna share this with? Visualizza questo post su Instagram...
read moreThe history of Sardinian taste: la fregula
Fregula, an ancient recipe for a unique first course They say this first course had been created over 1000 years ago, in the magical island of Sardinia, who is the motherland of lots of sensational dishes. This tasty but simple recipe has a format made of...
read morePistachio Street Food Festival: the first event in Berlin to celebrate pistachio in all its shapes and forms
The perfect event for everyone who loves pistachio is coming to Berlin! For the first time, a festival entirely dedicated to this ingredient. Pistachio is loved throughout the world’s cuisine and has an extraordinary feature: it tastes amazing in both...
read moreSicilian granita, a typical refreshing treat
Sicilian granita is the symbol Italian of summer, an easy refreshing dessert with a unique taste Brought to Sicily during Arabs domination, Sicilian granita has evolved into a product that is different from anything else in Italy, something halfway between...
read moreSpaghetti vs. Linguine: 2 winners in Italian cuisine
There are a lot of pasta varieties (around 100) depending on shapes and sizes. Let's have a look to 2 of the most known and loved. If you are a pasta lover, you have to absolutely learn the difference between spaghetti and linguine, two kinds of long...
read moreFresh spaghetti alla chitarra with squid and citrus, and many new fresh wines to color your Berlin summer. This and much more in our True Italian Food News!
This week's Food News series is all about fresh wines and cocktails around Berlin. Let's jump right into it! Looking for a present? Fermento Wine has what you need That’s right, Fermento wine’s enoteca has the perfect wine you can buy as a present (or even...
read moreThe Olympic Games are here! Let’s discover the athletes’ diet choices to achieve the perfect performances
Each and every athlete has to have its specific calorie intake in order to fuel their performance. For example, a marathon runner might burn 2000 calories or more during one event alone, while on the other hand, a 100-meter runner burns just 10 in one go....
read moreThe perfect summery dessert straight from Campania: delizia al limone
A true southern lemon dessert that will make you want to try it If you find yourself not knowing what dessert to order while on vacation in the Sorrento Peninsula this article is perfect for you. Knowingly called “Delizia al limone” this small lemon cake...
read moreSicilian Cous Cous: from Africa to Trapani
The Sicilian cous cous is a mix of fresh fish and aromas that evoke the scents of Sicily. It is summer and everybody is already suffering from hot weather, so if you are looking for a cold, fast but tasty dish to surprise your soul mate and friends or a...
read moreA delicacy straight from the sea: bottarga
A modest start for such a bougie ingredient The origin of this special food comes from Nile Delta, formed in Egypt in the 10th century B.C. Later bottarga spread its fame onto other countries although the name comes from Italian origins. The typical...
read moreThe Italian Street Food Festival was a blast, but there’s more! Keep reading to discover all the food news of the week
Thank you all for coming to the Italian Street Food Festival, we can’t wait to see you again! We wanted to take this opportunity to thank all the people who came and tried our delicious Italian dishes at the festival, it has been a real blast! Miss us...
read moreCannoli, the sweetest pride for every Sicilian
Sweeten your day with some Cannoli: one of the many Sicilian culinary masterpieces They are recognized worldwide and they are one of the most iconic pastries of Sicilian cuisine, as well as the entire Italian cuisine. Long ago, Cannoli were made only...
read morePorchetta: an Italian mouthwatering deliciousness for the best sandwich
One simple ingredient for a taste sensation: Porchetta Porchetta, best known for its incredible mixture of taste, basically consists of boneless roast pork. Even if its origins are still a mystery, tradition usually links Porchetta with the central Italy,...
read moreTorta paradiso: a piece of heaven
Torta Paradiso is the most classic of Italian dessert It is the symbol of Pavia, located in Lombardy region, and it is a cake made of eggs, butter, flour and topped with lots of powdered sugar. Its fluffy texture makes it perfect for any occasion,...
read moreWin a three nights stay in Palermo for two people with the best Italian Street Food Festival 2021 Instagram picture
True Italian has just announced a brand-new photo contest on the occasion of the next Italian Street Food Festival: you can win a three nights stay in the capital of the Italian street food tradition: Palermo. The suspense is finally over, and the Italian...
read moreEin Aufenthalt in einem 5-Sterne-Hotel in Palermo für zwei: Der Preis vom Instagram-Wettbewerb des Italian Street Food Festivals 2021
Anlässlich des Events Italian Street Food Festival organisiert True Italian einen Fotowettbewerb für alle, die das authentische italienische Street Food direkt in Palermo kosten möchten. Das Italian Street Food Festival 2021 steht vor der Tür: Am 24. und...
read moreTiella barese: rice, potatoes and mussels
Tiella barese is an original and traditional recipe in the Apulia region. It is a dish prepared with rice, mussels, and potatoes, typical of Bari cuisine. This specialty can be compared to paella, but the Bari way of seasoning is different from the Spanish...
read more10 delightful Italian street food specialities you can find at our Italian Street Food Festival 2021
Street food means practicality, taste and tradition. Let's discover some of the street food specialties of this year's Italian Street Food Festival. Street food is a phenomenon that has taken hold rather quickly in Italy and around the world. Perhaps...
read moreOlive taggiasche: from Liguria with love
A real treasure for gourmets, "Taggiasche" olives make each dish unique and tasty Characterized by a particular taste, olive taggiasche owe their name to Taggia, a village situated in the province of Imperia. Even if nowadays they are considered Italian,...
read moreAragosta alla catalana, a typical Sardinian dish with Spanish influence
Aragosta alla catalana (Catalan Lobster), Spanish or Sardinian? Aragosta alla catalana is a tasty and very simple second course. It is a very popular dish in Sardinian cuisine, especially in the Alghero area, the particularity of this dish is that it can...
read moreThe weekend is here! Get ready for the Italian Street Food Festival, aperitif offers and delights from your favorite Italian restaurants!
New delicious recipes are ready to be tried! Here's some food news and special aperitif offers to get you started for the weekend! Also, be ready for a special True Italian event organized by Berlino Magazine! Italian Street Food Festival is here with a special...
read moreThe biggest Italian Street Food Festival of Germany is taking place in Berlin
Italian Street Food Festival 2021: July 24th and 25th, the special event dedicated to the Italian street food from north to south is back in Berlin. Pizza a portafoglio, octopus burger, panzerotti, caponata, crescioni, bruschette with fava beans and...
read morePanna cotta, one of the most loved dessert
Let's discover together the Italian pudding, obtained by combining cream and sugar. And yes, the cream is cooked, hence the name "cotta". Panna cotta is a traditional Italian dessert similar to pudding. This dessert is original of the Piedmont region,...
read moreTrattoria means tradition and authenticity
The common imagery pictures the trattoria as a rustic and welcoming place. Is this dreaming vision nowadays still alive? The (very) good answer is: yes! Trattorie as we imagine still exist and they are all over Italy. Welcoming and informal places, where...
read moreA perfect summer appetizer: pinzimonio
Dip raw vegetables in a sauce made with olive oil, salt and pepper and you won't regret it! Pinzimonio, also known as 'zalimperio' or 'cacimperio', is a raw sauce made with olive oil, salt and pepper and optionally vinegar, in which food such as vegetables...
read moreMatch day is almost here and restaurant menus got tinged with Italian tricolour! Here are the True Italian Food News of the week
New restaurants are ready to welcome the final this Sunday with new “Italian colored” plates. CARGO Gastronomia is all set for the final! CARGO's Team sends all the support the Uefa Euro 2021 final match to Azzurri and hoping to win, they suggest you to...
read moreThe 10 most famous Italian summer recipes
Here’s the ten most famous recipes that you can find in Italy to face the hottest days, perfect for the summer: tasty, fresh, light and colorful dishes for everyone! 1. Rice salad Colorful and tasty, there are a lot of variations of rice salad (insalata di...
read moreItalian tomatoes, a red and juicy love story
Solanum lycopersicum: one of the most used product in the Italian and global cuisine The tomatoes are a typical annual plant. The red fruits of this plant are widely used in kitchens all over the world. The term tomato is attributed to the botanist Pietro...
read more5 savoury Italian recipes combined with fruit
When savoury meets sweet, what a combination! It should not come as a surprise that opposite tastes can meet and create original and delicious dishes. In particular, savoury courses and fruit can be mixed in various combinations. And we are not talking...
read moreNew Pizzerias openings, Crescioni on the go, and Italian delicacies for this weekly True Italian Food News!
Here’s what you need to know about the #trueItalian cuisine this week New openings and some more new events to get you ready for the weekend! A new opening party at lovebirds pizza! The brand new pizzeria "Lovebirds" is having an opening party on the 2nd...
read morePeople with disabilities employed in Italian restaurants: a step closer to enhancement
Restaurants and bars as starting points for integration All over Italy, estimable initiatives involving young people with disabilities, in particular those with Down Syndrome and autism, are taking place and growing year after year. Notably, also...
read moreSpaghetti alla Puttanesca, a simple but tasty first course with a bizarre name
Simple and colorful: spaghetti alla puttanesca Spaghetti alla Puttanesca is a typical dish of Neapolitan cuisine tradition. They can also be called aulive e chiapparielle (olives and capers in Neapolitan dialect). It is a first course prepared with tomato...
read morePanuozzo and Puccia, two cousins from southern Italy
Panuozzo and Puccia, two different versions of the same specialty: Campania vs. Apulia Panuozzo and Puccia are two of the most known and delicious specialties of Italian Street food. They are known all over Italy and they're loved by young and old alike....
read moreOne new opening, one anniversary, new specialties on the menu and one food truck to chase: these are your True Italian food news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. 30th anniversary of Trattoria á Muntagnola, Partenope's new opening and tasty delicacies that are a must: here are the food news of the week! Trattoria á Muntagnola is turning...
read moreThe Genovese in Naples
The Genovese, the Neapolitan ragout The Genoese is a traditional recipe from Campania, very popular all over Italy. Although the name refers to the Ligurian city, this recipe doesn't come from its territory. The Genoese is a ragout sauce perfect for pasta...
read moreEnjoy Sicily and caponata
The "Capunata" Caponata (Capunata in Sicily's dialect) is a typical and traditional dish of Sicilian cuisine that comes from the rural traditions. It is a mix of vegetables and tomato sauce, similar to a ratatouille, very well known all over Italy. This is...
read moreSeadas, the intense flavour of Sardinia
Semolina, cheese, honey: Seadas explained The Seada is a typical dish of traditional Sardinian cuisine. It is a famous fried sweet: a pastry enclosing a soft and tasty filling that honours the typical flavours of the island, with its fresh pecorino cheese...
read moreSicilian Granita day, ‘Aperitivo all’Italiana’, Italy vs Wales European match and much more: these are the True Italian Food News for the week
Tasty news for the following week! All you need to know to enjoy the beginning of summer in Berlin. Summer is definitely here, and we are welcoming it with a big smile on our face and - why not? - a Spritz or ice cream in our hand. But much more is coming,...
read moreItalian cheeses: here are the excellences to taste
Cheeses: one of the products that the world envy to Italy Italy is one of the European countries with one of the largest number of products recognized as Protected Designation of Origin (DOP), Protected Geographical Indication (IPG), and Traditional...
read moreCassata Siciliana: the queen of Sicilian desserts
A cone-shaped pie made of soft sponge cake and a delicious ricotta cream enriched with candied fruit and chocolate drops: the Cassata Siciliana The Cassata Siciliana is a traditional pie based on sugared ricotta (traditionally sheep), sponge cake, royal...
read morePeperoni ‘mbuttunati from Naples with love
Peperoni Imbottiti (stuffed peppers) and curiosities on this recipe The peperoni 'mbuttunati is a traditional recipe from Naples and Campania region. They are known also as puparuoli ‘mbuttunati. This second course is substantial and tasty. This recipe was...
read moreAperol Spritz Bar Walking Tour tickets giveaway, an exceptional brunch collaboration and a Friday porchetta day: these are your True Italian food news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. It's another exciting summer week in Berlin and we have some juicy food news waiting to be discovered and enjoyed! Malafemmena, not only pizza! The Neapolitan pizzeria...
read moreFettuccelle, a traditional homemade Italian pasta
Fettuccelle and a bit of its history Fettuccelle is a typical Italian homemade pasta. It's originally from the central and southern Italy and It is made from a mixture of semolina and egg. Fettuccelle is part of the Fettuccine family and are mainly used in...
read moreWatch out for Nepitelle’s sweet heart
Nepitelle’s tasty filling is a sweet treat suited to every occasion Nepitelle are sweets typical of the Calabria region, especially of the cities Crotone and Catanzaro; despite being traditionally an Easter dessert, Nepitelle are rather popular also at...
read moreFennel and orange salad, the quick and tasty road to Sicily
A fresh and tasty salad for a quick lunch, that will take you to Sicily in one bite. Fennel and orange salad is a light and refreshing side dish, typical of Sicilian cuisine. This dish can be served as an accompaniment to a rich second course or as a tasty...
read moreNew rules in restaurants, spritz offers and European Championship in company: these are your True Italian food news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news is all about the new rules for the restaurants, new spritz offers and the beginning of the European Championship to watch in good company! New rules for...
read moreIt’s time to celebrate again: Restaurants and bars are opening their indoor areas
Restaurants will be able to open their indoor dining rooms starting this weekend. From June 4th, customers eating outside will no longer have to present a negative test. Bars, restaurants and pubs were reopened in Berlin on Friday 21st May. This was a...
read moreRisotto with red radicchio, a bitter and tasty symphony from north of Italy
Risotto with Red Radicchio is a typical first course that comes from the north of Italy. It is characterized by the bitter taste of the radicchio and by the abundant quantity of red wine used to cook it. Risotto with red radicchio is a first course from...
read moreSardinian Culurgiònes, a delight for the palate
Culurgiònes: a traditional Sardinian pasta Culurgiònes are a typical dish of Sardinia cuisine. It is a stuffed pasta also known as angiulotus (agnolotti). This pasta is filled with potatoes, pecorino cheese, and mint; a typical culinary specialty of the...
read moreItalian not-waste leftover cuisine
The not-waste-leftover of the meals is an important concept in Italian cuisine. Italian rural tradition has taught us that leftovers can be used to prepare many other tasty recipes, instead of throwing them away! The main ingredients of this type of anti-waste cuisine...
read moreBest pizzeria in Berlin final results, Ice cream burger event and job offers: these are your True Italian food news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news is all about the best Pizzeria in Berlin final results, Ice-Cream Burger and new job offers! True Italian Best Pizza Award Berlin 2021 - People’s choice...
read moreThe best Italian pizzerias (and more) according to Gambero Rosso
Attention to details and very high quality: this is the only way for pizzerias to obtain the Gambero Rosso award. Pizza, a popular dish turned gourmet. The challenge is enormous, expectations are high, pizza makers become artists and the competition can...
read more10 original and surprising Italian recipes
Here are 10 original ideas for giving Italian recipes the touch of novelty and fun you were looking for Creativity and versatility are the qualities that make cooking so much fun, and fun itself is an essential part of cooking. Finding new ideas in cuisine...
read moreSfincione, the king of Sicilian street food
Sfincione, the soft and tasty treat Sfincione is a typical product of the Sicilian tradition and gastronomy. It was inserted in the Italian traditional agribusiness products list (P.A.T. is the Italian abbreviation). Sfincione is the symbol of Palermo...
read moreOpen restaurants, best Pizzeria contest finals and new menus: these are your True Italianfood news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news is all about the reopening of restaurants and bars, the finals of the True Italian Best Pizza Award - People's Choice and many new menus! True Italian...
read moreRestaurants are finally opening again!
We are so happy to write this: Restaurants are opening again in Berlin We have been waiting for this moment to arrive for 6 long months but that time has finally arrived. Restaurants in Berlin are opening their doors - more precisely their terraces - again...
read moreItalian spices, from the most common to the unknown treasures
How much do you know about Italian spices? Spices and aromatic herbs, as you know, have really ancient origin. These product cover a fundamental role in the Italian cuisine. They envelop dishes with aromas, transforming meals into extraordinary...
read moreIf you say Veneto, you say Risi e Bisi
Risi e Bisi, all the tradition in one dish! Risi e Bisi is the traditional first course of Veneto region, in particular of Venezia, Verona and Vicenza cuisine. This recipe is based on rice and peas. This is a first course that is considered somewhere...
read moreSicily and its Pasta ‘ncasciata
Pasta 'ncasciata, from tradition to popularity thanks to Commissario Montalbano. Pasta 'ncasciata is the perfect dish to share and enjoy with family and friends. It is a baked pasta that works as a single dish, typical of the Sicily region. This dish is...
read moreRestaurants finally opening again, special offers and more Panzerotti: these are you True Italian food news for the week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news is all about the re-opening of restaurants, special offers and more Panzerotti! Do restaurants and bars soon open? Lo and behold, the great news we were...
read moreDelicious and irresistible: olive all’ascolana
The queen of Marche cuisine: olive all'ascolana Olive all'ascolana is one of the most known dishes of Italian cuisine, originally from Marche. This recipe is traditional and representative of this land but they are appreciated and known all over the world....
read moreOrecchiette alle cime di rapa, an Apulian delight
Orecchiette, Recchitelle or Strascinati? Retichelle and strascinati are two other names of orecchiette alle cime di rapa (Orecchiette with turnip tops). This recipe is traditional from Apulia's region especially from the province of Bari. It is a typical...
read moreIce-cream, the first dessert in human history
Ice-cream is one of the most ancient desserts in the human history and keeps being one of the most popular even nowadays We can all agree that nothing is better than a good, fresh ice-cream in a warm summer afternoon and we are so used to this treat that...
read moreItalian coffee: a bitter treasure with an ancient origin
It is one of the most old heritage of the Italian tradition and a great part of the typical Italian routine. Its origin is as ancient as charming and covers an international surface. You can't go to Naples and don't drink a real Italian coffee: caffè...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: Ice-Cream Week, new cooking boxes and Aperol Spritz to go!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about the Ice-Cream Week, new cooking b and pizzoxesa flavours and Aperol Spritz offers! The Ice-Cream Week is finally here! We waited so long, but now we...
read moreWin an ice cream making machine worth €300 with the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2021
The True Italian's Instagram contest is back! This time to celebrate the upcoming Berlin Ice Cream Week, May 6-12. The second edition of the Berlin Ice Cream Week is just around the corner and, as per usual, True Italian will launch an Instagram photo...
read moreEmilia Romagna’s best treat: gnocco fritto
Top street food delicacy Gnocco Fritto is one of the most famous and delicious dishes of Italian cuisine. This recipe belongs to traditional Emilian gastronomy and it's one of the most known street food in the country. All over Italy, this specialty is...
read morePotacchio, an ancient traditional dish from Marche
How much do you know about Potacchio? Potacchio is one of the most ancient recipes of Marche's tradition. Rosemary, garlic and white wine are the basis of this delicacy. This is a meat second course, very tasty with a rustic flavour. The most common meat...
read moreStrozzapreti and Strangolapreti, two bizarre names for a special pasta
Strozzapreti and Strangolapreti, the "priest-choker" and the "priest-strangler", may be the weirdest-sounding couple of names in the world of Italian pasta creations. Among the hundreds of pasta shapes you can enjoy all across Italy, one of the most unique...
read moreIce cream, hand-made pasta, Sicilian delicacies and new menu..The Italian food news of the week in Berlin
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about hand-made pasta, Sicilian delicacies and a special menu for Mother's Day! The Berlin Ice Cream Week is just around the corner! Are you all...
read moreThe most beloved pizza in Germany
In a survey made by HelloFresh, Germans have voted their favourite pizza. Once again, pizza has proved to be one of the most beloved meals outside Italy, too. A survey run by HelloFresh, the world's leading supplier of meal boxes, shows that the vast...
read moreCotoletta alla valdostana, easy and tasty
The perfect dish for the greediest Cotoletta alla Valdostana is one of the most typical dishes of Aosta Valley cuisine. This recipe is known all over Italy and also abroad. This second course is perfect in Autumn or Winter period because of the fatty...
read morePallotte Cacio e Ova, fried bread and cheese balls
The backbone of Abruzzo cuisine: Pallotte Cacio e Ova Pallotte Cacio and Ova are delicious balls, typical of Abruzzo. This is a recipe of the rural ancient tradition, loved by all and still served today in typical local "trattorias". This is a recipe with...
read more1 meter pizza, porchetta, new ice cream shops…The Italian food news of the week in Berlin
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are pizza, porchetta, ice cream, Facciola winery, ravioli! Pizza is never enough! The famous pizzeria FUTURA in Friedrichshain has a brand new project:...
read moreCaprese, one name three different delicacies
Each Caprese recipe refers to something completely different: it can be a chocolate cake, a salad or a sandwich, and having the same name they can all be called delicacies. Caprese cake If we think of Caprese as the cake, we need to talk about its origins...
read moreBerlin Ice Cream Week, a special flavour for just 1€ in 31 of the ice cream parlours of the city
The event entirely dedicated to the best artisanal ice cream in Berlin is coming back, the Berlin Ice Cream Week 2021. Rustic yogurt with lime, mint and blackberry, buffalo ricotta with pear and spicy chocolate, asparagus ice cream, pistachio tiramisu in...
read moreBesciamella, the base of some amazing recipes
Besciamella: the queen of sauces The Béchamel sauce is one of the most important sauces in Italy. It's quick and easy to prepare and will give your dishes a delicious flavour. Its preparation is very easy, you just need: milk, butter and plain flour. Most...
read moreTrippa, a poor and popular Italian dish
Trippa (tripe) is one of the most popular dishes of Italian cuisine. It comes from the common tradition of using poor ingredients to create amazing delicacies. Tripe is the edible lining from the stomach of various farm animals. Most tripe is from cattle and sheep....
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: new offers, pizza and discount code!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all fried delicacies, pizza and discount code! Panzerotti a gogò by Zum Heiligen Teufel After many successful weekends, Zum Heiligen Teufel is...
read moreStrange and funny names in the Italian kitchen
When we think about Italian kitchen we think about tradition and tasty ingredients, but there are details about some dishes or ingredients that will cheer you up even more. Let's discover the weird names of some of them! Ingredients The names of some...
read moreGricia, one of the best recipe from Latium
Gricia is a very famous pasta dish from Latium. It's the perfect combination for those who love Carbonara and Cacio e Pepe too. In fact it is considered a mix of the two. There are many versions, even one with tomato sauce, then called Amatriciana. Origins...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: ice cream, pizza and discount code!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about ice cream, pizza and discount code! Berlin's ice cream week It has been confirmed the Berlin's ice cream week 2021 on May, 6-12. At this...
read moreTuscan wines and food, the best match
Tuscany probably is the main Italian region for the wine production and sales. Not only on a national basis, but also from an international perspective. Italy has always been in competition with France for the wine dominance all over the world, but Italy,...
read morePastiera e Casatiello, how to celebrate Easter in a typical Neapolitan way
Recreate a Neapolitan Easter with Pastiera and Casatiello Would you like to celebrate Easter in a typical Italian way? The Neapolitan cuisine is here for you. Naples has got an actual procedure to follow on Easter's Day. From Fellata to Pastiera, the...
read moreEaster means picnic with Torta Pasqualina
Torta Pasqualina, the perfect Easter appetizer Easter is here, what is the best way to celebrate? Preparing Torta Pasqualina! Torta Pasqualina is a traditional Italian recipe prepared on Easter! It is the perfect dish to celebrate spring and for outdoor...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: Spring delicacies like ice-cream, appetizers and pizza!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about spring delicacies like ice-cream, appetizers and pizza! Peggy Bee new ice-cream parlour in Friedrichshain Last Sunday a new ice-cream...
read moreSavoury recipes perfect for Easter
Easter and its savoury specialties Colomba, Easter egg, Pastiera are just some of the famous and traditional Italian Easter sweet recipes. But what savory recipes do you know about this period? There are a lot of different and traditional recipes in every...
read moreRoman Supplì, a hot melted heart of mozzarella inside with crispy rice and breadcrumbs crust on the outside.
Supplì and some of its curiosities Do you know the difference between Arancini and Supplì? They seem very similar but they are actually quite different from oneanother. They are both a rustic street food speciality, but weather Supplì are a regional recipe...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: a Wolt discount code and Easter delicacies
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week food news is starting off with a BANG: a TRUEITALIAN discount code for you to be used on the Wolt app. But there's more, so keep on reading! True Italian week on...
read moreDante Alighieri and the medieval delicacies
Today, 25th March 2021 it's the 700th anniversary of Dante Alighieri's death, to celebrate the great poet we have decided to dig into Medieval Tuscan delicacies and make a journey through some ancient recipes. In Dante's time, there wasn't the variety of...
read moreCotoletta alla Milanese, the symbol of Milanese cuisine
The Queen of Milanese cuisine Cotoletta alla Milanese is one of the most known dishes from Milan's cuisine, together with Risotto alla Milanese and Panettone. It's an easy and speedy recipe, the symbol of the city of Milan, known all over the world. This...
read morePecorino cheese, one of the Italian masterpieces
Pecorino, one of the most known and loved cheese in Italy. Famous for its strong salty flavour and smell, it's the main character of many dishes. Origins The Italian cheese called Pecorino, has really an ancient origin! It goes back to 2000 years...
read moreTorta di Mele: the perfect dessert for young and old alike!
A traditional cake that fills the house with sweet scents The famous Torta di Mele (Apple Pie) is known all over the world for its simplicity and genuineness. It is a big classic that never goes out of fashion. Apples have always been the stars of most...
read moreItalian balsamic vinegar, the quality seasoning
Italian Balsamic Vinegar, one of the basic salad dressing in Italian cuisine, has become a healthy condiment for any type of dish. Strongly protected by the Designation of Origin, it is one of the most precious Italian product. Balsamic vinegar is a...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: Eastern colomba, chocolate croissants and new food shops
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about new delicacies and sweet and salty snacks . Duo Sicilian Food shop in Berlin Duo Sicilian Ice cream is opening its Sicilian food shop in...
read moreThe regional cuisine: welcome to Piedmont
An important gastronomic, traditional and ancient cuisine: Piedmont welcomes you with many amazing dishes. Let's discover the most famous ones. We can divide the typical Piedmont recipe into two groups: those from the noble tradition of Savoia's royal...
read moreChianina- perfect beef for Florentine steak
Chianina is one of the most ancient Italian bovine race that characterizes the regions of central Italy. This bovine is truly prized for its sturdy build and the delicious Florentine steak that comes with it. Chianina beef is one of the most ancient and...
read moreBaci di Dama, the queen of Piedmont
A typical biscuit of the Piedmont patisserie The history of the most romantic biscuit of the world! Baci di Dama is a famous Italian homemade pastries that has its origin in Piedmont. The history of Baci di Dama start in ‘800 and since then, delights...
read moreLasagne, the most beloved Italian first course
Lasagna, the perfect dish for a Sunday with family! Lasagna is the first traditional course par excellence and it is a national heritage. This rich and savoury dish has its origin in the city of Bologna, in Emilia Romagna. It's one of the most famous and...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: so much flavor this week!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week This week’s food news is only about tasteful, flavoured food. From cold cuts to chocolate desserts! What are you waiting for? Pancetta, Guanciale e Nduja by Malafemmena In few...
read moreCacio e Pepe, poor ingredients and awesome taste
Cacio e Pepe, is one of the traditional Italian pasta dishes, created by shepherds in Latium. Even if it includes poor ingredients, the awesomeness in guaranteed! Origins Cacio e Pepe is among the most famous dishes in Italy and specially in Rome. It's...
read moreSeafood spaghetti, a real Mediterranean recipe
Seafood spaghetti is the typical dish that characterizes Italian seaside towns. South Italians maintain their leadership as the best in cooking seafood. Origins of seafood spaghetti Seafood spaghetti is a typical dish of the south-Italy cuisine, in Italian...
read moreTorta Mimosa, a special cake to celebrate the International Women’s Day
A dessert for all women in the world, inspired by the mimosa flower 8th March is a special day for women as it's International Women's Day! Women are celebrated with a flower called mimosa, from which the cake takes its name: little yellow pieces of sponge...
read moreCaciucco, the delicious Tuscan fish stew
Caciucco is a typical fish stew of the culinary tradition of the western coastal towns in Tuscany. There are two versions of the Caciucco: one recipe comes from Livorno and the other from Viareggio. What is Caciucco? Caciucco is a fish stew made of...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: pizza and free wine, the perfect match!
Here’s what you need to know about the true Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week’s food news are all about new pizzerias and free bottles of wine! Free bottle of wine by Altrovino Wine Shop & Wine Bar From the 1st to the 7th of March,...
read moreThe long journey of cookbooks through different historical times
The secret behind Italian cuisine Nowadays Italian cuisine enjoys widespread popularity, as well as several particular regional traditions. Among Italians, the different and typical recipes play a huge role in everyday life and they are regarded as a...
read moreVitello tonnato, a classic of Italian cuisine
An appetizer or main course much loved by Italians, a simple and delicious recipe. The Vitello tonnato (veal with tuna sauce) is a typical Piedmontese dish. Although known by its French name "vitel tonnè", this recipe is clearly Italian. Since the '700, it...
read moreTorta della Nonna, the Italian custard pie
Grandma's Pie: an inevitable dessert on Italian tables Torta Della Nonna (Grandma’s Pie) is a famous and delocious italian pie. It’s the perfect cake for breakfast and also as a dessert and it's loved by young and old alike. It’s the homemade cake...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: special pizzas and white wines for this early spring
Here’s what you need to know about Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week's food news are all about new pizzas and wines! in accordance with the early spring that is currently characterizing Berlin, of course. Let's unfold them all! New...
read moreHazelnuts, one of the delicious products of Italy
Among many varieties of dried fruit, hazelnut is for sure one of the most appreciated. Like many other dried fruits, hazelnuts have some really ancient origins. Fossils found in Germany, Sweden and Denmark prove that they were indeed part of the primitive...
read moreFood news of the week in Berlin: Panzerotti and Ice cream
Here's what you need to know about the Italian cuisine in Berlin this week. This week the food news satisfy everyone palate. From the savoury Panzerotti, Focaccia and fried pizza to the sweet taste of the Ice-cream, perfect for a sunny weekend. Here are...
read moreCarciofi alla Giudia as a Jewish gift in the very heart of Rome
Carciofi alla Giudia as a Jewish gift in the very heart of Rome
read moreSweet treat in the heart of Palermo: chocolate Arancine
We have already talked about classic Arancine, but their time is not over yet - what about a chocolate variety? Among their several food specialties, Arancine are the pride of Sicilian people. But be careful on how you call them: arancine or arancini? It...
read moreItalian food news of the week in Berlin: St. Valentine’s box and more
Here are some food news for the week, proposed by True Italian restaurants in Berlin! Diwein Italian Wine's offer is the combination of three tomatoes' sauce for a great pasta dish with a good bottle of wine. For orders: https://www.diwein.com/ ...
read moreFocaccia and Farinata: the perfect lunch break
When you feel like having a tasty but quick lunch, a delicious snack or a side dish to your aperitif, a piece of focaccia and a slice of farinata could be just perfect! Both soft and crunchy, these two Italian delicacies are the symbols of the Genoese...
read moreTrue Italian Pizza Award Berlin 2021 – People’s choice: the 64 most voted pizzerias
competition of the best pizzerias in Berlin
read more“La Mia Mamma”: Italian mums take turns cooking in London to impress with regional cuisine
“La Mia Mamma”: Italian mums take turns cooking in London to impress with regional cuisine
read moreThe History of Italian cuisine in Germany
The History of how Italian cuisine became the most well known worldwide: Italian emigrants’ difficult relocation and their love for their homeland’s traditions.
read moreCarbonara, Queen of Rome
Carbonara, Queen of Rome
read moreCantarelle: The Italian pancake
Romagna's traditional pancake Cantarelle are a typical dessert from Emilia Romagna’s region, especially from the province of Rimini, as poor and peasant culture. As a matter of fact, with few simple ingredients, you can prepare delicious Cantarelle rapidly...
read moreTestaroli, a pearl of the Ligurian cuisine
Ligurian Testaroli, history and recipe
read morePesto alla Genovese: history, legends and the real, simple recipe
Pesto alla Genovese: history, legends and the real, simple recipe
read moreItalian undercover gluten-free options: dishes which were born as naturally without gluten
Intolerance to gluten is widely spread: many restaurants today offer gluten-free options with no problem.
read moreMarzipan, a very ancient sweet tradition
Marzipan, a very ancient sweet tradition in the whole world
read moreRice in Italy: the many varieties of a nutrient which is not only versatile but also healthy
Rice is a big part of Italian culinary tradition: the number of different recipes from the north to the south is proof of its versatility and richness.
read moreParmigiana, funghetto, caponata or even covered in chocolate: let’s cook some aubergines!
Aubergine, one of the most popular vegetables, really versatile in its preparation, and the main character in the Mediterranean diet!
read moreArancini or arancina? No matter what, Italy celebrates them on 13th of December
This Sicilian typical and very tasty street food star has 2 names, but the same ingredients. And it even has a celebration day, on 13th of December.
read moreBreakfast around the world: how to get the most important meal of the day right
It is no secret that breakfast is regarded as the most important meal of the day: but what is actually the right way to have a healthy breakfast and how do different cultures try to reach it?
read moreItalian snacks from North to South: the uniqueness of a regionally different cuisine
Cold cuts, olives, focaccia and taralli… Italian cuisine shows its northern and southern differences both in food customs and in recipes: among these a significant change appears in snacks.
read moreSarde, treasure of the Mediterranean Sea
Even if it’s not a fancy fish, we can find sarde in a lot of ancient and modern recipes, but do you know where they come from and all of its preparations?
read moreYou call it Bolognese, we call it ragù: all you need to know about one of the most famous Italian sauces
It’s one of the most famous Italian recipes all over the world and the most wrongly imitated: Ragù alla Bolognese (or Bolognaise, as you probably know it).
read more“Polpette”: a small bite for a big treasure
If you ask an Italian about meatballs (polpette), the answer will be different based on the taste, the region and the preparation method.
read moreGrana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano: two different twins
The two most popular sorts of Italian cheese, Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano, might look just the same, but these two are actually differentiable.
read moreVin brûlé: the perfect winter beverage
Vin brûlé is Europeans’ favourite beverage during winter. What not everyone know is that this type of beverage has antique origins and different variations.
read moreThe regional cuisine: the variety of the Sardinian traditions
Sardinia: a popular destination for holidaymakers from all over the world, this Italian island boasts a food and wine tradition made of unique dishes.
read moreThe benefits of eating seasonally
Eating seasonally was the rule once. Today the tie with the local economy has weakened: which would the advantages of going back to a seasonal diet be?
read morePenne lisce or penne rigate? Obviously PENNE LISCE. But why?
What is the type of Penne Italians prefer? Lisce (smooth) or Rigate (with little grooves on it), and why do they choose one or the other?
read moreItalian green gold: olives and olive oil varieties
Olives and oil are a central part of Italy’s culture and cuisine: this cultivation, present already in roman times, has remained important even today.
read moreFamous cocktails created in Italy known worldwide & Italian aperitif tradition
Italy’s cocktail and aperitif tradition is long and valued: there are many multiple differences between different drinks and drinking customs.
read moreItalian cuisine: from common misconceptions to foreign bad imitations
Italian worldwide renowned cuisine is often badly imitated, almost leading to a cultural offense to the coutry of good food.
read moreSlow food: from the early origins to today’s Chefs influencers
A dissenting voice to the fast food trend: slow food set light on the importance of a full, sit-down meal and its physical as well as mental benefits.
read moreTrue Italian restaurants in Berlin offering take away and delivery
The corona virus crisis is something we are all still learning to cope with. There are still ways to stick to your habits, like a good lunch and/or dinner.
read moreThe most famous Italian desserts worldwide
The excellence of Italian Cuisine: desserts deserve a place of honour among the worldwide most famous and most appreciated Italian culinary products.
read moreHow the plant-based, whole wheat and organic trends have changed the way we think about pasta
Even simple food like Pasta is being revisited: diving into the world of organic, whole wheat, plant-based and gluten-free.
read moreWorld Pasta Days, in 10 German cities the party of the best gluten free, bio and whole wheat pasta recipes
To celebrate the World Pasta Day the Italian trade agency and True Italian are organizing an Event centred on the symbol of Italian cuisine: Pasta!
read moreDIWEIN
In the hearth of Prenzlauer Berg opened a refined Italian winebar with rare gastronomic delicacies in Berlin: DiWein DiWein is a small oasis dedicated to the good Italian taste, it's one of those premises that you would love to find around the corner, in...
read moreTo Spritz or not to Spritz?
Theologians think they know the questions, scientists think they know the answers. I think it’s time to drink another Spritz” (Anonymous) In its original recipe, the ‘Aperol’ is served matching Prosecco and seltz, and is accompanied by some ice cubes and a...
read moreThe regional cuisine: Trentino Alto-Adige will not let you down
Let’s make a jump in the North of Italy and enter the magic region of Trentino–Alto Adige, an area characterized by hills, valleys, beautiful mountain ranges of the Alps and breathtaking landscapes. It is one of the smallest Italian regions but at the same...
read moreHistory and secrets of Tiramisù
Tiramisù: how much history is there behind the symbol of the Italian dessert for excellence? Tiramisù is the fifth most famous Italian word abroad, the top one in the desserts category. The name comes from saying ‘tireme su’, in Tevigian dialect "lift me...
read moreThe regional cuisine: welcome in Veneto
Veneto is a region rich of history, beautiful landscapes and... wonderful dishes A variety of crops and farms are rocking the Veneto region and they characterise the various courses that each city and province can offer. Ingredients change according to...
read moreThe Barrique, an ancient practice for a sublime wine taste
Whether it's called Barrique in French or Barricato in Italian, the wine that rests inside these kinds of barrels is of undisputed quality. What do we mean with barrique and, above all, which wines are best suited to this system? The Barrique system It...
read moreThe Eggplant Parmigiana: one dish, many versions
One of the most popular recipes in Italian gastronomy is the Parmigiana. The Eggplant Parmigiana is a classic in the Italian culinary tradition: the eggplant is widely used in Italian cuisine by virtue of its properties, such as low calories and a high...
read moreBerlin calls ‘Aperitivo Time’
Do you feel homesick from time to time? Or do you wanna feel at home just for a drink or better to say... An ‘aperitivo’ with your friends? We have researched and picked the best places in Berlin where you can spend the ‘Golden Hours’ drinking an Aperol...
read moreBerlin, new opening for the legendary pizzeria Da Michele: Marinara for 5€, Margherita for 7,50€
L'antica Pizzeria Da Michele Berlino: the wait is over. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Neapolitan pizza temple in the German capital. The countdown is coming to an end: at 18: on Wednesday, February 19th, L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele will...
read moreMeet the truffle, king of the kitchen
Truffle: a secret treasure hidden in the ground Contemplated in antiquity as the food of the gods, with handed down aphrodisiac properties, the truffle plays a role as a true sovereign within Italian cuisine. It was during the Middle Ages, especially in...
read moreThe regional cuisine: a typical Aosta Valley menu
The Italian regional cuisine: a thousand of different menus The Italian cuisine is known worldwide for being one of the most loved, not only for the tastefulness of its dishes, but also and above all for its great regional variety. From North to South,...
read moreFrom poverty to luxury: the evolution of pizza
* Article edited by Cristina Torres The discovery of pizza origins: from a poor and simple plate to the most loved food of all the times Pizza has been and still is one of the most popular recipes and dishes of Italian cuisine in the world. Famous among...
read moreThe Michelin Stars of the Italian constellation
11 might sound a small number of starred restaurants, but by ranking 4th in the 3-Michelin Stars restaurants in Europe, Italy culinary stardom is expanding. Indeed, accordingly to STATISTA, Italy was at the 6th place in the list of...
read moreMost people don’t know that Italian kitchen is mainly vegetarian and plant based
The call for a plant based diet At the Golden Globes 2020 was served a 100% plant-based dinner, an earth-friendly choice perfectly aligned with the diet trends, and a raising "well-eating" awareness. It is the first major awards show to go vegan, a...
read moreLearn how to make filled fresh pasta with the workshop (with final dinner) by True Italian and Pastamadre
* written by Irene Diamanti The new workshop organised by True Italian and Pastamadre is the perfect occasion for learning how to make fresh pasta. The fourth Week of Italian Cuisine in the World is going to be celebrated from the 18th to the 24th of...
read more7 incredible specialties of Italian street food
Written by Gabriella Quercia What is the real Italian Street Food tradition? “cuoppo”, “arrosticini” and so on. A triumph of taste. Nowadays streets are full of food trucks, kiosks and stands where food is the real protagonist. In Italy, there are many...
read more7 curiosities and the history of one of the best traditions in the world: the street food
Written by Gabriella Quercia Street food: happiness cointaned in a paper cone. Discovering its interesting history The most ancient street food dates back to the human origins, about ten thousand years ago. Greeks still described the Egyptian custom of...
read moreDOCG
Berlin has a new ambassador of good South-Italian food: it's called DOCG and it imports almost exclusively products from small producers coming from the Italian province of Avellino. He is Luca, 32 years old, and in July 2018 he opened DOCG, a small,...
read moreSaffron, the gold spice. 5 Italian recipes to learn how to use it at its best
Written by Gabriella Quercia Expensive but absolutely essential. How use saffron as its best Queen Cleopatra used it in her beauty cream as an ingredient for her attractiveness, while Alessandro Magno washed his hair into this spice to preserve the...
read moreEaster sweets: a guide across Italy’s tradition
Written by Gabriella Quercia Easter is the perfect time to celebrate with lots of food. Let's start a trip across Italy's tradition Easter is coming, and it is one of the sweetest holidays of the year. When thinking about Easter it is impossible to not...
read moreWin a stay in Naples with the Instagram contest of the True Italian Pizza Week Berlin 2019
The new Instagram contest created by Berlino Magazine and True Italian for all people who would like to try the authentic Italian pizza in Naples. In occasion of the event True Italian Pizza Week, taking place from April 4th to 10th in the best...
read morePizza, a food that is also good for your health. Here is why
Written by Gabriella Quercia Pizza margherita is good for your health! This typical Italian food is one of the best for both Italians and foreigners. We have good news for you: pizza is not only delicious but, according to some scientific researches, it is...
read moreInternational Women’s Day
As we all already know, March 8th is International Women's Day. This year the celebration of women's courage and the commemoration of all those who fight for gender equality is even more special in the Berlin-Brandenburg region, as 2019 is the first year...
read moreCarnival seems to be finished, but there is a city in Italy that has not celebrated it yet
Written by Kostandina Himollari Carnival, one of the most colourful celebration of the year Carnival is the most colourful celebration of the year and in Italy it’s linked to delicious sweets, masks, costumes and cheerful parades, with huge and cheerful...
read moreThe “aperitivo” a world famous cocktail made in Italy
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Giulia Cavallo There is nothing better than a fancy cocktail and some finger food with friends and colleagues right after a hard day of work. But the “aperitivo” has an interesting story behind. As everyone...
read more8 Italian foods which are very hard to translate into English
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Arnaldo Pangia Italy is one of the most biodiverse territories in Europe, and that includes both in terms of flora and fauna. That's why you don't have to doubt your translator's skills whenever you're...
read morePizza Horoscope – Find out who you really are
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Arnaldo Pangia The tradition of pizza horoscope is very old and dates back to Ancient Rome. The legend says that those born under the infamous sign of the pizza hawaii were thrown off a cliff after ... ......
read more5 common mistakes about Italian food tradition
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Arnaldo Pangia When they talk about food and traditions, Italians are very strict and pretty inflexible. There are some, actually, a lot of, severe rules that everyone knows and nobody talks about. You all...
read moreThe origin of pizza: how one of the most famous Italian food was born
Written by Gabriella Quercia In every part of the world, Italy is famous for pizza, one of the most produced and loved food. Even if it is a renowned food, only few people know its history. How was pizza born? Virgilio, a famous latin poet, in...
read moreTop 5 Italian recipes so easy it’s almost like cheating
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Arnaldo Pangia You’re inviting someone for dinner and you want to impress them... too bad you don’t really feel like putting too much time, effort or money to cook something too fancy. We’ve all been there....
read moreItalian Valentine’s chocolate between romance and yumminess
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Written by Arnaldo Pangia Romance never dies for Italian people, especially around Valentine’s Day. Italian couples from all around the Peninsula make reservations for romantic getaways to fancy restaurants, luxurious...
read more10 Rules to Recognize a Real Neapolitan Pizza
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn In 2017 the UNESCO inscribed the "Art of Neapolitan ‘Pizzaiuolo’" on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Since then we are talking more and more about the Neapolitan pizza, but how...
read moreThe sweetest fight: Pandoro or Panettone?
When it comes to the Christmas dinner, Italians know that it is the typical moment when family and friends get together, enjoy their meal, spend quality time with their loved ones and... well, friendly fights are on the agenda. In this softly combative atmosphere the...
read more10 sublime Italian Christmast sweets you need to taste
Oh oh oh, let's spred the Italian Christmas tastefulness! It's Christmas time and here at True Italian we are thinking about true Italian Christmas recipes! What is that Italians have for dessert during those cold December nights? Let's find out together the most...
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