The debate between pancetta and guanciale in Italy is a topic that sparks passionate discussions, especially when it comes to iconic Roman dishes like carbonara, amatriciana, and gricia. The Origin of the Debate The controversy stems from tradition: authentic Roman cuisine has always favoured guanciale, while pancetta is more common in other regions of Italy. […]
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Frittelle (Venetian Fritole) Fritole are classic Venetian doughnuts, deep-fried and often enriched with raisins, pine nuts, and occasionally filled with pastry cream or zabaione. Method Galani (Crostoli or Chiacchiere) Galani are thin, crispy fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar, known for their light and airy texture. Method
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Pandoro with Mascarpone Cream Pandoro with Mascarpone cream is a festive and indulgent dessert, especially popular during Christmas. It’s easy to prepare in advance, making it a favourite centrepiece for holiday celebrations. To assemble, the Pandoro is sliced horizontally into thick layers, with each slice alternately offset to create a decorative star effect. The mascarpone
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Lasagna with Pumpkin & Mushrooms Ingredients – Serves 8 Method
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Transumanza is the Italian term for transhumance, the traditional twice-yearly migration of sheep and cows from the highlands to the lowlands, and back. The word literally means “crossing the land”.
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A few more days to New Year! Whether you have chosen to spend it at home or away, do not forget to follow the tradition, eating at least one of these foods below is considered a good omen for the new year.
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Drunk cheeses are truly special aged cheeses.
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Caterina Maria Romula di Lorenzo de ‘Medici (Florence 13 April 1519 – Blois 5 January 1589) was a fascinating figure that deserves mentioning when talking about Italian cuisine abroad, especially in France.
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Bolognese or Neapolitan ragù? Nice dilemma.
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Italian gastronomic tradition is full of dishes with strange and often funny names, sometimes incomprehensible to Italians themselves!
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