Spaghetti alla milanese (‘A la milanisa)
Italian Table – Plate of the day: Spaghetti alla milanese (‘A la milanisa)
by Assunta
Spaghetti alla Milanese is a dish famous for its flavor. But it also has another reputation: It deceives at first glance.
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Spritz is Happiness…
Spritz è Felicità… di Ayfer Selamoğlu Mentre sorseggio il mio Spritz contro il Ponte di Rialto, dove si vede uno dei tramonti arancioni più belli del mondo, ricordo il…
Spritz is Happiness…
While sipping my Spritz against the Rialto Bridge, where you can see one of the most beautiful orange sunsets in the world, I remember Frank Sinatra’s phrase “Orange is the happiest color”, whose songs and voice make me want to fall in love… This sparkling orange cocktail that justifies Sinatra, It has been the favorite drink of Italians for years. Especially as a sweetener in the most pleasant moments of the day…
Global crisis in the wine industry: Italy’s trade increased
Global crisis in the wine industry: Italy’s trade increased Worldwide consumption of wine fell in 2024 to its lowest level in more than 60 years. Italy is the biggest…
The journey of Carbonara, one of our pearls of taste
by Assunta, queen of the Italian Table
We know that since the beginning of time, shepherds or coal burners have prepared humble meals with eggs, bacon, pecorine and spaghetti. The journey of Carbonara, which is based on these out-of-history stories, is equally fascinating.
The Godfather : Bar Vitelli
by Ayfer Selamoğlu
I am in the fairytale town of Taormina, which is postcard beautiful in Sicily. I want to explore the mountain village, which is among the places where the movie “The Godfather” was shot, which is at the top of my list of “classic films and immortal directors”. For this, I have to go to Savoca (Sicilian: Sàvuca), a medieval town of Mesina. From Taormina, I am participating in the day tour “Il Padrino-The Godfather-Father”.
It’s Carbonara today!
Italian table:
Carbonara, one of the symbol dishes of Roman cuisine, is celebrated every year as Carbonara day in Italy and all over the world on April 6th. And 90 percent of us Italians consume a plate of Carbonara today. Adding our red wine and our friends who make up our big family…
Farewell to Nennella: Naples mourns the queen of Neapolitan cuisine
Farewell to Nennella: Naples mourns the queen of Neapolitan cuisine Naples, Mrs. Nennella has died. The city mourns its icon, founder of the famous trattoria and queen of pizza.…
“Tiramisu” or “Cheer me up”
Tiramisu Day is celebrated every year on March 21st, the dessert celebration based on mascarpone, coffee and ladyfingers: one of the most famous and appreciated Italian recipes throughout the world. A true pastry giant, ordered and consumed throughout the peninsula.
Let’s go to Florian!
by Ayfer Selamoğlu
For nearly 300 years, a voice has been heard in Venice’s pastel-coloured, narrow streets: “Let’s go to Florian!”. This magical cloud of invitation passes through narrow, pastel-coloured streets with Renaissance patterns, bridges that dance around the city and reaches the swan gondolas. It invites everyone to a magical world…
Loli: The “father” of Tiramisu
Loli: The “father” of Tiramisu by Assunta, Queen of the Italian Table Roberto “Loli” Linguanotto, the “father” of Tiramisu known throughout the world in his original recipe from the…
A Roman coffee legend: the ancient Caffè Greco
Today, the symbol of the immortal city Rome, represents an epic stop on walks through the center of the city. Numerous pages and poems have been devoted to this space. Many writers, philosophers, painters, sculptors and musicians have contributed to making Caffè Greco an excellent literary cafe.
Caffè Greco, the Ministry of Culture, stopped the executive eviction
Caffè Greco, the Ministry of Culture, stopped the executive eviction Thanks to the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Caffè Greco, one of Rome’s historical and cultural symbols, survived the danger…
Befanini sweet biscuits
Befanini are typical Epiphany desserts, tasty and cute to look at, to be prepared quickly and perfect for the Epiphany stocking.
The Christmas dilemma: dinner or lunch?
The scent of Christmas is everywhere: our city is ready for Christmas; Our roads are ready; Our houses are ready; Our Christmas tree is ready; Our gifts for children are ready; Our soul is ready; We look forward to a new year with new hopes … Time to sit down and celebrate Christmas. But there’s a problem! Are we celebrating at Christmas Eve dinner or Christmas lunch?
Buccellati: treasure and joy of the Sicilian Christmas cake
In Sicily, in Palermo and the surrounding area, when the eve dinner and Christmas lunch were over, friends and relatives who went to visit each other’s home, often brought Buccellati or whatever they are called as a gift to share.
A Christmas dinner in Sardinia…
Il Natale è il periodo più magico dell’anno in Sardegna come ovunque. Tradizionalmente è considerata l’occasione perfetta per consolidare i legami familiari passati e presenti. Il Natale infatti è il simbolo della convivialità e del ritrovo degli affetti. Le tradizioni gastronomiche, le cerimonie religiose, i rituali celebrati in questo periodo rendono l’atmosfera speciale.
Panforte: ancient and legendary Sienese dessert
the oldest among the sweets of Siena and the one the city is proud of is the panforte. A history spanning more than eight hundred years.
A traditional Italian Christmas dinner
We Italians look forward to Christmas, the most magical time of the year. That’s why we get into the Christmas spirit starting in November.
A perfect couple: Panettone and Pandoro
The most magical period has arrived, and, like every year, we are all already immersed in the enchanted atmosphere of Christmas. And we all live in Santa’s glass sphere: stars, illuminated Christmas trees, deer, magical lights and our loved ones… We are always together with our family and friends… The classic Christmas desserts, Panettone and Pandoro, are also with us… As a means of sharing our love…
Today, October 25th, is World Pasta Day
Today, October 25th, is World Pasta Day Today, we celebrate World Pasta Day, which is not only an excellence and symbol of Italian cuisine but also a cornerstone of…
BAR S.CALISTO: The island of peace in Rome
BAR S.CALISTO: The island of peace in Rome by Ayfer Selamoğlu There is a square in Trastevere… Its name is Piazza San Calisto… That square is our living room……
Ferrero launches vegan Nutella with plant-based ingredients
Ferrero launches vegan Nutella with plant-based ingredients In the next few weeks, a new version of Ferrero’s hazelnut cream, Nutella Plant-Based, will arrive in Italian supermarkets with a green…