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11 Food and Drink Rules Italians Live By

Kayla-Marie Turriciano — Tue, 07 May 2024 18:05:36 +0000

Food&Wine – To state the obvious, Italians take eating and drinking seriously. Ancient Romans made wine and hosted elaborate banquets, which means that Italians have been perfecting the art of the table for more than 2,000 years. If you’ve spent any time in Italy, you might have noticed that there are many unspoken rules about meal times, restaurant etiquette, and the appropriate time of day to drink a cappuccino. So before your next trip, study up on these (unofficial) rules to follow when eating and drinking in Italy.

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‘Food of the Italian Islands’: Katie Parla Shares Recipes, Stories and Dispels Myths

Kayla-Marie Turriciano — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:41:47 +0000

Everything Zoomer – Katie Parla, the New York Times bestselling cookbook author and Emmy-nominated television host, celebrates the diversity of Italy’s regional dishes in her new book Food of the Italian Islands. For Parla, who was born in New Jersey, the book — which is packed with over 85 original and reimagined recipes — is a return to her Italian roots. Zoomer caught up with Parla to talk about the cultural history and flavours of Sicily, Sardinia and Italy’s lesser-known island destinations. And to bring home a taste of these cultural gems, we serve up some of her palate-pleasing pasta recipes, including Fried Cheese-Filled Ravioli Soaked in Honey and Pistachio Pesto. Mangiamo!

Seadas (Sardinia’s regional dish) consist of fried, cheese-filled ravioli soaked in honey / Ed Anderson

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Three Roman Jewish recipes from Portico

Kayla-Marie Turriciano — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:13:33 +0000

National Post – The culinary symbol of Hanukkah, fried foods are central to Rome’s Jewish community — and not just for the festival of lights. Carciofi alla giudia (Jewish-style fried artichokes), seasoned simply with salt and a squeeze of lemon, are undoubtedly the most famous. This dish of deep-fried, golden thistles was born out of necessity. Now it’s the “Roman Jewish gift to the world,” writes Leah Koenig in her seventh book, Portico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome’s Jewish Kitchen (2023). And artichokes are just the beginning.

Clockwise from left: author Leah Koenig, mixed fried vegetables, fried mozzarella and fried potato pastries. / KRISTIN TEIG

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The best regions for gourmands to visit

Kayla-Marie Turriciano — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 04:53:55 +0000

Good Housekeeping – Think of Italy, and its excellent cuisine is likely one of the first things that springs to mind. The birthplace of everything from pizza and pasta to burrata and ice cream, it’s a veritable mecca for foodies who travel from all over the world to sample the country’s culinary delights in situ. For it’s in Italy itself that the famous recipes and fabulous produce really come to life – and it’s no exaggeration to say that they taste a million times better here too.

NICO DE PASQUALE PHOTOGRAPHY / GETTY IMAGES

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Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella di Bufala

Anthony Zara — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:13:15 +0000

Gabi’s Italian Food Blog – Paccheri is a common type of pasta in Italy and is known for its large, tube-like shape. Although similar to rigatoni, paccheri is shorter and larger in diameter. This is a perfect pairing for the heavy, sweet tomato sauce.

Paccheri with Tomato Sauce – Photo Fahri Yavuz

Full Recipe Here

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Risotto alla Milanese

Anthony Zara — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 10:13:57 +0000

Gabi’s Italian Food Blog – An all-time classic from Milan, risotto alla Milanese works perfectly as a side dish with ossobuco or as a first course on its own. The key ingredient is the use of saffron which give this dish it’s unique taste and signature yellow colour.

_{Risotto all milanese / photo Gabriel Riel-Salvatore}

Full Recipe Here

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Where to Eat in Cortina d’Ampezzo in Winter, the Top 10 Restaurants Selected by Gambero Rosso

Anthony Zara — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:38:46 +0000

This year, the ski lifts will open from approximately December 1st to April 7th, 2024, but the Col Gallina area at Falzarego will already be active from November 11th and will close on May 1st, 2024. Here’s where to dine during the winter season

Gambero Rosso – High society, a packed calendar of cultural events and sports events, a well-equipped hospitality system: Cortina has always been one of the most sought-after destinations, attracting both VIPs and mountain sports enthusiasts. Even those who love walks and hiking have plenty of choices to enjoy the fabulous panoramas of the Tofane. Good cuisine is abundant, whether traditional or innovative. Here are the top 10 restaurants selected by Gambero Rosso.

Where to Eat in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Alajmo Cortina

Restaurant. The Alajmo family has also arrived in Cortina, at the former Toulà, boasting a spectacular view embracing the town and the valley. The kitchen is entrusted to Mattia Barni, young but already experienced in other establishments of the family. The menu is concise, alternating between land and sea, garden and courtyard, paying homage to the mountains and woods. The wine list is exceptional.

Alajmo Cortina – località Ronco, 123 – 0436 061040 – alajmo.it

Baita Fraina

Restaurant. Surrounded by greenery and managed by the Menardi brothers for many years, it offers beautiful suites and an intriguing cuisine inspired by the local territory, supported by a well-stocked cellar.

Baita Fraina – località Fraina, 1 – 0436 3634 – baitafraina.it

Baita Fraina Enoteca

Wine Bar. Under the same ownership, it’s an ideal place to buy a bottle, have an aperitif (with a rich selection available), and enjoy one of the many treats offered daily, alongside selections of high-quality cheeses and cold cuts.

Baita Fraina Enoteca – largo Poste, 17 – 0436 871767 – baitafraina.it

Baita Piè Tofana

Restaurant. An elegant establishment in a beautiful chalet on the road to Passo Falzarego. The kitchen impresses with the quality of ingredients (vegetables and herbs come from the property’s garden) and the ability to enhance them with appropriate cooking techniques and well-thought-out pairings. Notable wine list, ample outdoor seating with a view.

Baita Piè Tofana – località Rumerlo – 0436 4258 – baitapietofana.it

The cover photo is of Baita Piè Tofana

Al Camin

Restaurant. Among the most popular venues in the town, just a few minutes from the centre. Well-furnished and welcoming, it offers a creatively diverse cuisine ranging from local dishes to seafood, accompanied by an adequate selection of wines. On sunny days, dining is available on the beautiful panoramic terrace.

Al Camin – località Alverà, 99 – 0436 862010 – ristorantealcamin.it

Enoteca Cortina

Wine Bar. Operating since 1965, better known as Gerry’s wine shop (named after the owner Girolamo Gaspari), it’s the perfect place for a glass accompanied by gourmet snacks to enjoy in a friendly and convivial atmosphere.

Enoteca Cortina – via del Mercato, 5 – 0436 862040 – enotecacortina.com

Lago Scin

Restaurant. At the foot of the Dolomites with a magnificent view over a body of water, it has been a local mainstay for years. Typical chalet-style dining rooms with lots of wood panelling, offering authentic Ampezzo cuisine consisting of classics and some variations. Excellent drink options available.

Lago Scin – località Lago Scin, 1 – 0436 2391 – Instagram

SanBrite

Restaurant. Housed in the family farm’s barn, it offers a rustic yet contemporary style atmosphere plus a charming outdoor area. Talented chef Riccardo Gaspari revisits flavours of memory with innovative techniques, always starting from excellent products mainly sourced from the property.

SanBrite – località Alverà, 200e – 0436 863882 – sanbrite.it

Tivoli

Restaurant. The setting is enchanting with a panoramic outdoor seating area. It’s Graziano Prest’s domain, a skilled chef in selecting ingredients, and particularly adept at creating dishes that find intensity of flavor as their common denominator. Exceptional wine list.

Tivoli – località Lacedel, 34 – 0436 866400 – ristorantetivoli.it

Chalet Tofane

Pizzeria. At the foot of the Tofane slopes, a cozy chalet open non-stop. Excellent, tasty, and light pizzas with long-leavened dough are served. The menu also offers various traditional dishes, with a rich wine cellar.

Chalet Tofane – località Lacedel, 1 – 0436 863026 – chalet-tofane.it

Gnocchi in Fontina Cheese Fondue with Black Truffle

Anthony Zara — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:25:36 +0000

Gabi’s Italian Food Blog – Give your traditional potato gnocchi a tasty kick with black truffle and Fontina fondue. Fontina is a fairly pungent and intense cheese from the Aosta Valley. Its earthy, nutty and mushroom-like taste pairs exceptionally well with truffles. Young Fontina has a softer texture, which is ideal for fondue. Whisk it with milk, butter and Parmigiano to get a smooth and creamy texture. Add some black truffle slices to the mix to take your gnocchi to the next level.

Full Recipe Here

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