Food News

Even the tsars loved chocolate: the oldest praline in the world was discovered at the Hermitage

The more than one-hundred-year-old chocolate found at the Hermitage Department of the History of Russian Culture will become part of the collection of relics of the Russian tsars.

Foraging in Italy, yesterday and today. The current regulations

We continue our journey discovering the world of foraging and wild herbs. This time talking about the evolution of this trend (which is actually a very ancient practice) over time.

Food-on-movie moments. Amelie’s crème brûlée and the Parisian fairy tale

Many are the memorable movie moments that are also food-related. Let's start this new column about iconic movie dishes with a sweet touch: the famous crème brûlée of ‘The Fabulous Destiny of Amélie Poulain’.

History of potato chips, from Belgian chips to packaged crisps

Created in Belgium, made famous in America, and now enjoyed everywhere: potato chips know no age or boundaries, they conquer everyone. Here's their origin.

Porridge: what it is and how oatmeal is made

Light and nutritious, porridge is the perfect way to start the day. But how was it born? Here's the whole story.

Untitled 53 Bites & Wines in Rome: Roman-style signature tapas

A new fine and affordable dining destination offering tapas and shared dishes that mix Roman and eastern flavors.

Learning more about honey: an essential glossary

Before investigating the best Italian honey producers (more in the upcoming few days, lasting a few months), we went in search of all the technical terms to learn more on the topic. Here are the words you need to learn.

Classy Carnevale fritters by Iginio Massari

Carnevale is a time for fried desserts: chiacchiere, lattughe, castagnole, ravioli and frittelle–fritters. For perfect frittelle we sought the advice of no one other than maestro Iginio Massari.

Gender equality. Interview with Francesca Nonino

For the column promoted by the Gambero Rosso Foundation and dedicated to women, we're interviewing Francesca Nonino, who represents the sixth generation at Grappa Nonino.

One hundred years of Baci Perugina. The limited edition and the company's initiatives

The silver and blue packaging changes on the occasion of the centenary, thanks to fashion house Dolce & Gabbana. Celebrating the most famous chocolate praline ever.
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