What do Italians eat when they come back from the beach? Here are 8 heat-proof ideas where you do NOT have to cook, plus 7 more where you really have to do very little.
Taste of Italy
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Carbonara questions you may have asked yourself and refuse to admitRead moreIt’s such a famous dish… that we even call things ‘carbonara’ that aren’t actually carbonara. It can all be a bit confusing, but don’t worry: here you’ll find the most common questions about the dish, along with answers from us Italians.
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Olive Oil vs Seed Oils: What Are the Differences?Read moreOlive oil, widely used in Italian cooking, is a vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the plant, not from its seed. It tastes wonderful and is regulated by local and international laws.
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How to make truly Italian bruschetta, without cookingRead moreBruschetta is the queen of Italian aperitifs and starters. Here’s how to choose the right bread and which toppings to use.
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Italian aperitif: it’s not just a drinkRead more"Aperitivo" is not simply a drink before a meal. Strictly speaking, the drink is almost just an excuse.
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’Nduja: so spicy it makes you speak CalabrianRead moreYou’re seeing ’nduja more and more often on pizza, in pasta, and sometimes even as ’nduja paste in jars at the supermarket. But what is it, exactly? And more importantly: is it the same ’nduja that Italians actually eat?
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Pizza Day among saints, statistics and cornicesRead moreA semi-serious guide to Neapolitan pizza and its Italian counterparts.
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Italian winter soups: all the warmth of home in a bowlRead moreA journey through the most beloved Italian soups in winter, including tradition, comfort food, and authentic ingredients.
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Leftover Panettone and Pandoro? Here’s how to turn them into a fluffy cake.Read moreEasy and creative recipes to tastefully recycle leftover Christmas sweets.
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Bauli: the secret to a perfect ChristmasRead moreBauli is the icon of Christmas: discover the beloved Pandoro and all the variations available on Vico Food Box.
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The smell of Christmas: homemade Pandoro (easier than you think!)Read moreFind out how to prepare a soft homemade pandoro with authentic Italian ingredients and some tips to enjoy it to the fullest during the holidays.
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Grandma’s Baked Pasta: here’s an irresistible recipeRead moreA great classic of Italian cuisine: baked pasta, creamy and crunchy, which smells of home.