(Caffe alla Valdostana) I am from the Aosta Valley, and it seems right to talk to you about this particularity that is part of that region’s popular culture and tradition. In Europe, coffee spread between the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and it is during this period that Valdostan-style coffee made its appearance. What makes this […]
Modena’s renowned traditional balsamic vinegar is a treasured condiment with an intriguing past and ancient origins. The meticulous craftsmanship of its creation evolved in the Emilia-Romagna region, in particular the picturesque provinces of Modena and Reggio Emilia, and have been passed down through countless generations. While historical documents do not offer precise details about the […]
Nutella is part of Italian culture like Fiat 500, the markets in each city, the fashion and the beauty. On April 20, 1964, the first jar of Nutella came out from the Ferrero factory in Alba-Piedmont city. Its origins, however, date back to the 1940s and before. Pietro Ferrero was a pastry chef in Turin. […]
The ancestor of gelato appeared in China around 2000 BC and was prepared with very cooked rice, spices, and milk. It was then buried in snow to solidify. During the Middle Ages, inspired by Marco Polo’s stories of his Chinese journeys, cold desserts made with milk and fruit juices started to become popular. The first […]
Barolo wine began to appear around the mid-19th century, originating from the town of the same name in the Langhe region of the Province of Cuneo. and it became the ambassador of the House of Savoy in European courts. What makes Barolo important then and now is the complex and enveloping bouquet that has earned […]
Italian cuisine is renowned all over the world for its delicious dishes, bold flavors, and rich history. From pizza and pasta to risotto and osso buco, the variety and quality of Italian food is unmatched. One of the defining characteristics of Italian cuisine is its reliance on fresh, high-quality ingredients. Italian cooks are masters of […]