Five savory Italian recipes made with chocolate

Five 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 than the now...
Valdobbiadene, the UNESCO valley of wonders where Prosecco was born

Valdobbiadene, 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 produced. The...
Sicilian granita, a typical refreshing treat

Sicilian 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 the...
Spaghetti vs. Linguine: 2 winners in Italian cuisine

Spaghetti 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 pasta, very...
Sicilian Cous Cous: from Africa to Trapani

Sicilian 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 delicious...
A delicacy straight from the sea: bottarga

A 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 bottarga is...
Cannoli, the sweetest pride for every Sicilian

Cannoli, 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 during Carnival...
Torta paradiso: a piece of heaven

Torta 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, especially for...
Tiella barese: rice, potatoes and mussels

Tiella 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 one,...
Olive taggiasche: from Liguria with love

Olive 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,...
Panna cotta, one of the most loved dessert

Panna 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...
Trattoria means tradition and authenticity

Trattoria 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 people sit at...
A perfect summer appetizer: pinzimonio

A 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...
The 10 most famous Italian summer recipes

The 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 riso): the...
Italian tomatoes, a red and juicy love story

Italian 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 Andrea...
5 savoury Italian recipes combined with fruit

5 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 about pizza...
Panuozzo and Puccia, two cousins from southern Italy

Panuozzo 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. These...
The Genovese in Naples

The 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...