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Why Lemons Feature So Much in Italian Food
The lemon's bright and zesty character is quintessential in Italian cuisine, providing a burst of flavour that enhances both simple and complex dishes.
Where Does Your Favourite Pasta Dish Come From?
Pasta is a staple of Italian cuisine that has been embraced not just here in the UK but around the world. Each pasta dish carries its unique flavour and history, often tied to a specific region of Italy.
Why Tiramisu is the Italian National Desert
Everyone loves a tiramisu. This indulgent dessert is synonymous with Italian cuisine around the globe. The layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, cocoa, and a dusting of chocolate…
Great Italian Wines for Great Italian Food
Central to the complete Italian dining experience is the harmonious pairing of food with wine. It’s here that each region of Italy offers unique combinations that complement the whole range of culinary delights…
Pineapple on a Pizza?
To some pizza buffs it’s a travesty. For others, it’s the first thing they order. The culinary world is rife with debates that stir passion and provoke thought, yet few topics have polarised palates as much as the inclusion of pineapple on pizza…
5 Classic Pasta Dishes You Have to Try
If you’re heading to an authentic Italian restaurant, the menu can seem like a maze of different options. Of course, pasta dishes stand out as traditional fayre, all encapsulating the heart of this amazing cuisine…