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Today marks a significant occasion as we celebrate the first ever “Made in Italy Day” (Giornata Nazionale del Made in Italy). Let’s explore the rich legacy of Italian craftsmanship and the cultural importance of this commemoration, as we dive into the significance of Made in Italy Day, shedding light on its origins and cultural importance….
Hidden within the quaint province of Nuoro in Sardegna (Italy), there exists a culinary marvel that has perplexed food enthusiasts and chefs alike for centuries. It’s a pasta so rare that its preparation is known to only a select few. This elusive delicacy is called Filindeu (or Su filindeu), and it stands as the rarest…
Fiore Sardo is a traditional cheese from the island of Sardinia, located off the coast of Italy. The history of Fiore Sardo dates back to the Bronze Age, when the Sardinians first began to domesticate sheep and produce cheese. The Sardinians came up with a special way of making cheese by smoking it over juniper…
Capocollo, also known as coppa, is a cured meat that has a rich history and a unique flavor profile. This delicacy is made from the neck of the pig. In fact, the word “capocollo” means “behind the neck.” It is a popular meat in Italian cuisine and is enjoyed all around the world. The origins…
Carbonara Day is celebrated on April 6th, and invites food and Carbonara lovers alike to celebrate the classic Italian pasta dish made with egg, Pecorino Romano cheese, guanciale, and freshly ground black pepper. These are the only ingredients and it’s never made with peas, chicken, or cream. And no, “vegan Carbonara” doesn’t exist (it would be…
Some consider it the best bread in the world (yes, I know that will start many arguments, even within Italy). So why is it so protected and often considered the best bread in the world? Well, the story goes back to the 1st century BC in Puglia. This bread was eaten by both peasants and…
Chances are you’ve had one before. I’m talking about the world famous Baci Perugina. The little, individually wrapped chocolates that each come with a little message; a message that was actually inspired by a secret love! The story starts over 100 years ago in Perugia, Italy. Once upon a time, the young chocolatier Luisa Spagnoli…
We are talking about the strozzapreti; but why does it translate to priest-chokers? Well, the history of this pasta and its name is strongly connected to the political history of this region. In fact, its origins date back to the Papal domination of the region Emilia Romagna, but the first written reference to this recipe…
Pecorino Romano is a cheese that has been around for more than 2,000 years! In fact, this cheese used to grace the tables of Ancient Roman emperors and nourish the Ancient Roman legionnaires. These soldiers depended on its nutritional value and ability which would last on extended marches who were allotted a daily ration of…
Something so simple, yet so delicious: pesto alla genovese (or Genoese style pesto). When most people make it (or buy it), it isn’t often that they think about the fact that it’s a food that goes back to the ancient world. We go back to Ancient Rome when moretum was commonly prepared. The Ancient Romans…
