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10 things about Continental Cuisines

September 27th, 2009  |  by  |  published in Cuisines

10 things about Continental 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 […]

Italian Food Terms – Mind your Language

September 27th, 2009  |  by  |  published in Cuisines

Italian Food Terms – Mind your Language

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 […]

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