Magnifico Curiosity
One of Italy’s most ancient traditions, grape harvesting, or vendemmia, has a history going all the way back to Ancient Rome. To this day, there are many families and small-scale famers who make their own wine at home.
If are looking for a delicious Halloween themed dish, you should try our warm and soulful pumpkin soup. Serve it in a very creative way for a delicious surprise!
This is a traditional dish from Mantova, an ancient Longobard medieval city in the north of Italy. In the mantuan dialect they are called “Turtei de soca.”
In the US, there are more than 18 million Americans clamming Italian ancestry, counting the nation’s fifth-largest ethnic group. Italian immigrants’ influence on the American culture is still vibrant. Consider art, music, literature, fashion, politics, science, cinema and, of course, food and wine! May we also mention that Italians invented the sophisticated Dolce Vita philosophy?
Christopher Columbus’ landing in the Americas on October 12, 1492 was a watershed moment for European cuisine. The Italian explorer encountered new people, new cultures, new landscapes, and special types of food that he and his crew had never seen before. They couldn’t even fathom the taste of tomatoes or cocoa beans.
There are a million reasons to visit Italy. Those who love beauty loves this country; rich in culture, history, architecture and, of course, nature. Italy has some of the most beautiful cities and beaches in the world. Regardless of whether you like the mountain or the sea, big cities or small villages, you would be remiss not to also pay attention to the culinary and wine adventures Italy has to offer.