September 27th, 2009 | by Amit Sahrawat | published in Cuisines
The first known Italian food writer was a Greek Sicilian named Archestratus who lived in Syracuse in 4th Century BCE. His writing was a poem that spoke of using “top quality and seasonal†ingredients of the freshest nature. A common misconception is that espresso (Italian Style Coffee) contains more caffeine than coffee but the opposite […]
September 27th, 2009 | by Amit Sahrawat | published in Cuisines
Meals in Italy usually contain no fewer than 3-4 courses. Meals are seen as a time to spend with family and friends instead of immediate sustenance, as such the daily meals can be longer than in other cultures. Some of the commonly used terms are: Aperitivo: aperitif usually enjoyed as an appetizer before a large […]