The fragrance of brand-new olive oil is unmistakable. Italy has a great olive oil tradition with its regional olive oil products, centennial olive trees and wonderful landscapes full of olives growing. Continue Reading…
Carnival has just ended, but the party atmosphere still lingers on. All of Italy celebrates Carnival, but the most popular and famous carnival is the Carnival of Venice. It’s one of the of the oldest in the world and it’s surreal because it’s set in a city that is so mouthwatering, so picturesque that no matter where you look, it looks like a postcard. Continue Reading…
Everyone knows that food in Italy is out of this world because it’s well-made, rich in flavor and has a lot of variety. Italian food has a large tapestry of history and trends: in this article, we explore some of the key aspects of the Italian food culture. Continue Reading…
The term “Halal” is becoming increasingly more common in western countries, even if most people are not exactly sure what it means. Continue Reading…
Restaurants used to assume their competition was with other restaurants, but retailers improved their prepared-food departments are now offer newer, fresher, and more exciting foods. Continue Reading…
Japan is famous for its variety of culinary delights such as sushi, sashimi, ramen or Gyoza as well as Sake and Shocho. Although traditional Japanese culinary culture remains a strong part of the national identity, Japanese consumers enjoy a more diverse and international range of food products. Continue Reading…
Italy is the largest producer of tomatoes within AMITOM, l’Association Méditerranéenne internationale de la Tomate qui regroupe les organisations professionnelles de transformateurs de tomates du pourtour méditerranéen. Continue Reading…
Italian food is an amazing world made up of an abundance delicious food recipes and flavors for every season. Winter is certainly no exception. There are a variety of stick-to-your-ribs dishes that are just right for those icy cold days. Warm pastas, soups and polenta…What could be more satisfying when the tips of your nose, ears and fingers are all freezing cold? Continue Reading…
Salt is one of the world’s most abundant natural resources. Not only can it be found naturally in the sea, but it can also be mined from land salt mines. There are variety of salts sold at your local grocery store, so what’s the difference? Continue Reading…
Often, when people think about Italian restaurants, they imagine deep-fried foods or dishes covered in layers of cheese and cream. It’s also common to link Italian restaurants with idea of over-sized portions and big bread baskets to start off a meal. Continue Reading…
In Italy, New Year’s Day is a day filled with many traditions! Last year, we wrote about food that is eaten at the cenone di capodanno (New Year’s Eve dinner) because it’s believed to bring luck in the year to come. This year, we’re going to write about Italian celebrations and customs, which make this joyous day unique. Continue Reading…
One of the biggest holidays of the year is on its way! In Italy, Christmastime is family time, which means that there is a lot of eating and drinking involved. We’re taking this grand opportunity to suggest the best wines to pair with some of our most traditional holiday dishes. Continue Reading…
Christmastime in Italy comes with a traditional dilemma: Panettone or Pandoro? Panettone lovers find Pandoro too simple and buttery, while those who love Pandoro hate raisins and candied fruit. People usually solve this problem by just buying them both. Continue Reading…
Mozzarella and parmesan? When it comes to Italian cheese, there is so much to tell. Have you ever heard of Marzolino? It is a tasty cheese often served with fresh, green vegetables, but it’s not as known as Provolone. Continue Reading…
