Foodie Guide

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by jessicapaholsky | Wed, 07/06/2022 - 11:00
Pesto is most often associated with the northwest region of Liguria. While a trip to savor the freshest pesto on the planet may be tempting, until you can get…
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by Silvia Donati | Thu, 05/12/2022 - 12:28
Generally speaking, Italians are still quite suspicious of veganism, mostly because they think all vegans eat is tofu and lettuce. Those who mock vegans may…
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by Silvia Donati | Fri, 04/29/2022 - 03:01
Italy’s agricultural bounty includes a wide variety of prized nuts and dried fruits. Depending on the area where they’re grown, they acquire specific features…
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by Italy Magazine Staff | Thu, 04/14/2022 - 06:33
Easter lunch in Italy is a celebration of the colors, scents and flavors of the new season, spring. While there are common dishes and ingredients, from north…
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by catavarela | Tue, 03/29/2022 - 02:20
Children in Italy are tested for celiac disease by the age of six. You read that correctly. For us celiacs, growing up in a country with such an informed…
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by Silvia Donati | Thu, 02/10/2022 - 04:18
The debate on aphrodisiac foods remains open, with some claiming it is just the power of suggestion, while others swear by the efficacy of certain foods. …
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by Silvia Donati | Fri, 12/17/2021 - 03:16
Hand-kneaded pasta dough has been the base ingredient of many traditional dishes of Emilia-Romagna’s cuisine for a long time. A clever product that, in times…
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by james.appleton | Mon, 12/13/2021 - 08:49
Milanese cuisine and that of Lombardy in general is not as feted as that of other Italian regions. As Milan is such a cosmopolitan city, drawing residents from…
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by Georgette Jupe | Fri, 11/26/2021 - 00:23
We all know how lovely, truly excellent EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil is), but it is an easy product to imitate and produce in mass quantities that take away…
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by Georgette Jupe | Fri, 11/19/2021 - 01:20
The holiday season is fast upon us and I'm sure you are wondering what to get for all the beloved people in your life. It’s not easy finding that perfect gift…