The Valtellina is a valley in the Lombardian region, in northern Italy, bordering Switzerland. This scenic valley is a piece of paradise for everyone who loves skiing, hiking, relaxing in a hot spring, and eating some delicious local food. Today we’re going to take a look at the 5 best dishes you can order around
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Italy is one of the largest wine producers in the world. This incredible quantity of wine, exported and consumed worldwide, comes from almost three thousand years of tradition, experimentation, and research. The oldest reference to wine found in history is in the 6th century BC, in Campania, where the technique was to grow the vines
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What is the best time to visit Italy? There really is no exact answer to this question, but autumn certainly has a lot to offer in every region. The large influx of summer vacationers is now behind us and the villages and towns return to their everyday life, thus revealing themselves to the visitor in
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Farinata di Ceci is a very low, salty cake made with chickpeas flour, water, salt, and extra virgin olive oil. In Sardinia, they also add onions, anchovies, and sausages to it. Also known as fainà, this dish originates from the region of Liguria and has been imported to Tuscany thanks to Genevan prisons. But how
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Gnocchi are a very iconic type of dumpling in Italian cuisine, very delicious and with many variations. They are small lumps of dough most traditionally composed of a simple combination of wheat flour, egg, salt, and potatoes. There are lots of variations of gnocchi, some using semolina flour, cheese, day old breadcrumbs, or cornmeal. There
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If you’re looking for a culinary adventure this spring, there’s no better place to visit than Italy. With its rich culinary heritage, stunning landscapes, and welcoming people, Italy is the perfect destination for a gastronomic getaway. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just looking to indulge your senses, an Italian spring culinary vacation is an
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How is Christmas celebrated in Italy? In Italy the tradition is twofold: for Christmas Eve dinner it is customary to eat fish or lean dishes. Christmas lunch, on the other hand, makes way for all kinds of culinary abundance. Many families celebrate both events, and until a few decades ago, the traditions were clear: in
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The history of limoncello starts from afar and most of it has been lost over the centuries. Today limoncello is the king of Campanian liqueurs. Its color is yellow like the sun, bringing with it all the joy of the Sorrento and Amalfi coasts. With a sharp and sweetish taste, it is a very ancient
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Extra virgin olive oil is part of our history: it is one of the most popular foods on Italian tables as well as one of the foundations of the Mediterranean diet. It can be used in many ways, from dressing raw foods, such as salads, to an essential ingredient for cooking a potentially infinite number
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With amazing flavors and scenic views, Calabria is a wonderful region, and it has so much to offer to its visitors. Crystalline waters, lots of nature, art, and a warm welcome by the locals are just some of the many reasons why one should visit it. In addition to these things, Calabria offers excellent cuisine
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