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Homemade coffee. 7 tips for a perfect moka (and napoletana)

The coffee prepared with a moka pot continues to be the favorite of many Italians, who also prefer it to espresso at the coffee bar. But to brew a proper beverage it's not enough to rely on tradition: we need...

Easter in the UK: hot cross buns and simnel cake

True, it’s only two recipes and both sweet, but they plunge their roots in ancient times. Great Britain’s Easter tradition is limited but extremely tasty.

Easter in Switzerland: chocolate rabbits, osterfladen and zopf

How is Easter celebrated in Switzerland? With lots of chocolate, of course, but also with rice tarts and sweet leavened bread. Here are the typical Swiss specialties of the Easter holiday.

The iconic wine of Trasimeno: call out "Gamay" and Grenache answers

It's always been called Gamay, when in reality it's Grenache... But in fact it's the representative wine of Lake Trasimeno. Fierce and determined vineyards have taken over the history of this wine with different expressions and potentials.

Food gelatin: history, uses in cooking and recipes

Canned meat, puddings, aspic: food gelatin is a valid ally in the kitchen to thicken preparations. But for those who don't want to eat animal products, there are also plant-based options.

History, variations and recipes of pesto in Italy

Made with basil or tomato, arugula or walnuts: pesto is the ideal solution in the summer. Here are the typical pesto recipes of the Italian tradition.

Vinitaly 2021 is not happening. Dates for the next edition have already been set: April 2022

Veronafiere confirmed the decision that was already in the air and has cancelled the 2021 edition of Vinitaly, which should have been held in June. The appointment has been moved to the spring of 2022.

The UK rediscovers the milkman. Now milk bottles are delivered to doorsteps again

An iconic figure until the 1970s, the British milkman had ended up becoming a thing of the past. But the pandemic has brought back the door-to-door milk delivery service, for practical reasons, sustainability and affection.

Top Italian Wines Roadshow. Gorghi Tondi, the lake in a name

Gorghi Tondi is the name of the three circular lakes (Gorgo Alto, Medio and Basso) that have developed over time through an erosive geological phenomenon. Here's the history of the Sicilian winery.

Carbonara, classic Roman recipe: 10 rules, secrets and chef tips

In love with Carbonara. Eggs, guanciale, pecorino: three simple ingredients for a symbolic dish of Rome's cucina romana. Simple as it is difficult to make well. Here's the perfect recipe with the advice of chefs.
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