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Prosciutto San Daniele Dop, the top Italian ham

This unique product is born from the small town in the province of Udine. A salt-cured meat that becomes sweet and melts in the mouth. Only three ingredients allowed: Italian pork meat, sea salt and the San Daniele microclimate

Regional cuisine: Alphabetical guide to the products of Puglia

The ages-old Apulian cuisine is one respectful of the seasonal cycle, and divided among land-based dishes and coastal seafood ones. Today we explore the cookery art of Puglia.

All about garlic: properties, benefits, types and recipes

When fresh, garlic has a sweet and fruity taste, as it dries, the flavour becomes more aggressive and spicy. In any case, this bulb is good for our health.

Grappa, the Italian distilled beverage par excellence

From waste product to national liqueur, grape residue brandy has its origins in the Middle Ages. Here is a compendium to gain access in the magical world of grappa, populated by stills and present day "alchemists" as well as the...

Pistacchio Verde di Bronte Dop, the green gold of Sicily

From the Etna town of Bronte, the small green nut has travelled all around the world. What makes it unique is the lava soil and chlorophyll which lends its intense colour. Needless to say, it is good on everything: from...

Mozzarella di Bufala Campana Dop, Italy’s white gold

With its typical porcelain skin, consistent and at the same time melty, mozzarella made from the milk of Italian water buffaloes (not bison!) is a delight that's impossible to forgo. Here is everything you need to know to make sure...

Italian bread region by region: traditional products

Bread is a central food of the Italian table: each region has its traditions and its own typical products. Here are the most famous breads in Italy.

Shepherd's pie: origins, history and recipe of the British pie

Minced meat, Worcestershire sauce and lots of mash potato: these are the elements for the typical English "shepherd's pie", a unique mouth-watering dish that will win everyone's palate. Here's how it came about and how it's done.

Mango: properties, nutritional values, recipes

To understand if you like it or not, you have to taste it: describing the flavour of the mango is (almost) impossible. On its properties, however, the consensus is unanimous. Read on for a primer on how to choose, appreciate...

Where to eat supplì in Rome: the best in the eternal city

Crunchy and melty, supplì remains a favourite street food of local Romans and tourists looking for a delicious snack. Where to eat the best? Here is our ranking.
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