Italian Cuisine
Italian Cuisine · 19 July 2024
In the realm of mixology, Italy has a strong connection to a legendary cocktail that is approaching its hundredth birthday. For almost a century, Italians have been enjoying Negronis, with its strong and distinctive flavor that has won over the taste buds of countless enthusiasts due to its skillful blend of Gin, Vermouth, and Campari. And this balanced ratio of spicy and bitter notes has made the Negroni a popular summer drink.
Italian Cuisine · 15 July 2024
On Thursday, July 4th, following the eruption of Mount Etna, heavy rain of volcanic ash fell on the city of Catania. This led to slippery roads, temporary traffic bans and tourists navigating with umbrellas. "Ernesto" Bar and Pasticceria /Pastry shop, in Catania translated this into a positive by introducing a new and popular ice cream flavour called "Terra dell'Etna." It has become a favourite among locals and tourists: salted pistachio ice cream, and exotic fruit sorbet, and red fruit coulis.
Italian Cuisine · 10 July 2024
The G7 summit was held at the Borgo Egnazia from 13 to 15 June in the municipality of Fasano in Puglia. A special Welcome dinner was held at Castello Svevo in Brindisi. Ever wondered what was served at the first dinner attended by World Leaders including Italian Preident Mattarella. Chef of Tenuta Moreno di Mesagne Vincenzo Elia was entrusted with the preparation of the inaugural dinner. The menu had a Mediterranean flavour and included fish, vegetables and local products.
Italian Cuisine · 04 July 2024
Polpo or Octopus is among the most popular ingredients used in Italian kitchens, in particular during the summer months. This recipe of Pappardelle al ragù di Polpo teams the famous pasta from Luciana Mosconi, with a rich ragu which makes a delightful summer dish. Octopus is celebrated for its lean, protein-rich flesh, and combined with the exquisite Pappardelle pasta of Luciana Mosconi—serves as a perfect "trap" for capturing savory sauces with its porous texture.
Italian Cuisine · 25 June 2024
A Sicilian iconic dish with sardines -Beccafico Sardines. Created to emulate a bird-based dish much loved by the Bourbon nobility prepared with the expensive warbler. Instead of the prized bird, they opted for humble sardines, and in place of the giblet stuffing, they used simple breadcrumbs enhanced with raisins, pine nuts, herbs, and sometimes grated cheese. These components were meticulously arranged to mimic not just the appearance but even the tail of the "original" warbler.
Italian Cuisine · 18 June 2024
A Sicilian gastronomic expert, Barbara Conti shares the background of a delicious dessert that can be tasted in every pastry shop of the beautiful city of Scicli - the Turk's Head or Testa di Turco. Scicli is a shining example of the Sicilian Baroque. Turkish heads are large cream puffs filled with ricotta cream or custard, unique to Scicli. Their distinctive shape resembles the turbans worn by the Saracens, whom the people of Scicli liberated themselves from in 1091 after a fierce battle.
Italian Cuisine · 11 June 2024
Time Out, a popular travel magazine, compiled a list of the best food and wine cities in the world, with Naples, Italy taking the top spot. When discussing food in Italy, one cannot overlook Naples. The discussion usually begins with a brief history of pizza, acknowledging the differing opinions on food in the city. The iconic Pizza Margherita is always highlighted. But there are many other famous Neapolitan dishes, such as the Genovese (meat and onion stew), the unique Neapolitan ragù and babà.
Italian Cuisine · 05 June 2024
The Torta Russa or the Russian Cake, is a typical dessert from Verona, dating back to the middle of the last century. Its recipe is today 'guarded' by one of the city's institutions, the Pasticceria Flego. The Russian Cake or Torta Russa di Verona is a traditional dessert from Verona, Italy. It is made of a puff pastry shell filled with a delicate mixture of almonds, amaretti biscuits, and eggs. According to tradition, it is named after its hat-like shape, resembling the headgear of the Russian.
Italian Cuisine · 03 June 2024
“Spaghetti alla Nerano” take their name from the town of Nerano, a fishing village located between the Lattari Mountains, Massa Lubrense and Positano. The birth is attributed to the cuisine of a historic restaurant in the bay Ristorante Maria Grazia, which with the union of a few simple ingredients was able to create the dish that won over Totò and Eduardo De Filippo, becoming rightfully part of the typical traditional dishes. Pasta dish made with spaghetti, fried zucchini, provolone del Monaco.
Italian Cuisine · 01 June 2024
In Naples, there is a new museum dedicated to the history of Neapolitan cuisine. Since April 24, 2024, the Bonelli Collection of the Museum of Naples has opened a location entirely focused on food and wine. The museum showcases ancient documents, memorabilia, and historical artifacts to narrate three centuries of traditions and street food. Naples, a city known for its vibrant colour and history, has a strong connection to food. It's worth noting that the world-famous Pizza originated in Naples.