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Apr 122021 Historical Coffee Houses in Rome

If we are asked to mention an historical coffee house in Italy, our mind goes to the Florian café in Venice. But, what about Rome? Read more to find a selection of the top Roman historical coffee houses.

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Dec 182020 Italian winter recipes to keep you warm

When the cold weather hits and winter is at the door, comfort food will keep you warm and give your body the energy it needs to fight the cold. Italians from north to south look forward to the cooler temperatures to start cooking their favorite hearty meals using seasonal vegetables and produce.

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Nov 272020 Chef Giorgio Locatelli and his Christmas recipes

Giorgio Locatelli is one of the finest Italian chefs in the UK and the world. He founded and directs the Locanda Locatelli restaurant, one of the finest Michelin-starred restaurants in London, noted as much for its conviviality as the quality of its food.

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Nov 62020 A taste of autumn

Wine, oil, apples: these are just some of the foods produced in Italy in October and November, ideal months thanks to the temperatures that are still not too cold. But what exactly are the local Italian products, to be enjoyed in company? Here are some typical products to delight your palates.

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Nov 22020 His Majesty, the White Truffle

The precious white truffle, the scientific name ‘Tuber Magnatum Pico’, is considered the truffle par excellence because it has a significant important trade role. Its specific taste and its aromatic smell make the white truffle a very appreciated ingredient in the kitchen and it is considered ...

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Oct 302020 Extra virgin olive oil, an elixir for health

A typical food of the Mediterranean area, an ancient and valuable product, known and used since ancient times, olive oil is the most used fat in the Mediterranean diet.

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Jul 312020 Sardinia food guide

Saying Sardinian food immediately reminds to Italian people two words: "porceddu" (piglet) and "carasau" (Sardinian bread). Sardinian cuisine gratifies the most demanding palates with its simple taste full of natural ingredients.

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Jul 172020 Is it real Parmigiano Reggiano or a fake?

All over the world there are several representations of the italian traditional agrifood products: food made and packaged in a very similar way to the real italian ones.

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Jun 82020 Something more about Umbria

Umbria is considered the heart of Italy. The only region in the center-south that has no outlet on the sea, makes its landscape and artistic beauties the centerpiece of its well-known beauty.

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Jun 32020 Italy in numbers

We had fun making a list of curiosities regarding Italy: its boot shape hides rather unexpected peculiarities from north to south.

May 82020 Piadina Romagnola. What else?

The piadina: a must on the tables of all Romagna gourmets and beyond. Widespread today all over the world, it is considered the "national food of Romagna".

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Apr 172020 What to do in Portofino

Iconic place to visit if you plan to spend your holiday in Italy

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