Flours: a journey through the most commonly used raw materials in the kitchen
There is perhaps no country in the world that does not use them. When we talk about flours, in fact, we are referring to one of the most versatile and fundamental ingredients in food preparation. They are the basis of so many preparations, such as pasta, bread, and desserts. Talking about flours means entering a complex world, which must be studied in depth, precisely to [...]
Tuscan Ribollita: a masterpiece of taste and tradition
It is a true masterpiece of taste and culinary traditions, a dish that tells the story and life of the countryside through every bite. Ribollita is among the most celebrated and appreciated dishes of a cuisine, the Tuscan one, renowned and famous all over the world for its simplicity, authenticity and use [...]
Darjeeling tea: the most delicious and expensive of the black teas
Darjeeling Tea, also known as the "Champagne of teas," is a beloved and coveted refinement among connoisseurs around the world. Originating in the picturesque Himalayan hills of northern India, Darjeeling Tea offers a unique taste experience that combines delicate floral aromas with a refined flavor. But what are the fascinating origins of Darjeeling Tea? What [...]
Pappa al pomodoro: simplicity that is a masterpiece!
"Viva la pa, pa, pappa. With the po, po, po, po, tomato. Viva la pa, pa, pappa, Che è un capo, po, po, polavoro" so sang Rita Pavone in the 1960s and never were words more appropriate to describe an ancient dish famous for its combination of simplicity and goodness. A typical recipe of the [...]
Lampredotto, the origins of Florentine street food
In the Middle Ages, and later until the 1800s, the United Kingdom had a high concentration of lamprey, a river fish that was highly prized in ancient times. It is said that Henry I himself, who ruled England until 1135, was particularly fond of it, so much so that it even cost him his death. History, in fact, recalls how the king died while on a fishing trip [...]
The sweet part of Siena. The history of "copate," ancestors of nougat
The journey into Tuscan culinary tradition could only end with a taste of the sweet treats of the Sienese pastry tradition. The whole region, in fact, is famous for its dry cookies, cakes and holiday sweets, in an incredible variety of proposals that change depending on the city of reference: from the "Buccellato" of [...]
A little corner of history. Discovering the fragrant Tuscan cookie
Whether dipped in Chianti vinsanto or eaten au naturel, one thing is certain: Tuscan cantucci are,from a gastronomic point of view, what most identifies this tasty land in the rest of the world.The history of this dry cookie with almonds is ancient and has undergone many "contaminations" before arriving at its final version, [...]
Tuscany, land of poets, flavors and extraordinary recipes
Its breathtaking landscapes have become, in the international common imagination, the very symbol of Italy. Ancient farmhouses overlooking valleys surrounded by undulating hills covered with olive groves and vineyards, roads embraced by long rows of cypress trees, villages perched on hills surrounded by nature, where white-paved squares and streets, castles and [...]
Nello Gatti. The "Ambassador" interview that brings no sorrow but drink
Brilliant mind, sanguine character, freshness of ideas. Nello Gatti is actually much more than that, and,like a good wine, he is also making himself known step by step.Born in the foothills of Campania Felix and raised in the heart of the Food Valley, Nello Gatti has always had an intrinsic connection with food and wine. A sommelier with an international profile, he [...]
Artificial Intelligence and Catering. How Robotics is changing the face of the kitchen.
Artificial intelligence is also arriving in the kitchen, and while it has been used for a while now (think of chatbots for restaurants and delivery sites or supply chain technology in many areas of the food supply chain), it is also true that robotics is also making its way into the [...]
Chinese BAOs: the sandwich revolution that has become a food trend
Soft, tasty, fragrant. Chinese Bao are a delicacy that has now become international. Typical of northern China, they have also spread to Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, and then arrived in the West, taking on a slightly larger shape and declining into gourmet variants thanks to fillings other than the traditional one, which wink at the flavors [...]
Sweet and savory. The tasty 'oxymoron' of ascolana fried food.
A riot of flavor and irresistible crunchiness. If we talk about frittura ascolana, the senses are awakened to dive into an experience that pampers the sight and the palate. This typical dish from the city of Ascoli Piceno, located in the heart of the Marche region, combines tradition, history and flavor. But what is the origin of Frittura Ascolana? Its [...]
