To enhance the flavor and texture of your panettone, follow these easy steps to make each bite truly delightful. If you want to make it even more delicious, we have a few pairing suggestions to please every taste.
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Similar to the more widely known wine sommelier, an olive oil sommelier is an expert in green gold able to identify the different types of olive oils, their flavor profiles, and how best to pair them with food. And to help you experience olive oil like an expert, we're sharing some top-tasting tips, including a few from our very own olive oil artisan Frantoio D'Orazio, creating extra virgin olive oils from centuries old olive trees in Puglia, Italy.
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When it comes to olive oil, the term "extra virgin" holds a special significance. But what exactly does it mean, and why is it so highly prized in the culinary world? We're demystifying the art of extra virgin olive oil and sharing what sets it apart.
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The Pizza di Pasqua is a beloved Easter specialty originating from the picturesque Umbria region in central Italy. Despite its name, Pizza di Pasqua is not the traditional pizza one might expect; rather, it is a savory, cheese-infused bread that holds a place of honor on the Easter table of many Umbrian families. The recipe makes pure magic out of the simplest Italian ingredients with generous helpings of Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, and extra virgin olive oil giving the cake its signature savory flavor.
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Perfect for an easy weekday meal with a touch of elegance, this Truffle Mushroom Toast is an indulgent blend of umami, savory and herby flavors. Piled high with Summer Black Truffle Slices, a dollop of fresh burrata cheese, and mushrooms sautéed in butter and thyme, this dish beautifully marries many Italian delicacies together and will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Transport yourself to the lush rolling hills of Tuscany with the taste of this twist on a classic Tuscan recipe - the Tuscan Focaccia with Finocchiona. The key to Tuscan cuisine is in its simplicity. Combining the best of Tuscan tastes, this recipe marries together earthy artichoke spread, sharp Grana Padano cheese, and spicy olive oil with the savory flavor of the traditional cured salami with fennel from Florence, Finocchiona, and held together with fluffy slices of focaccia.
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As an artful twist to an Italian classic, this caprese salad recipe introduces an extra touch of flavor with the addition of a savory pesto sauce. And it's an easy, colorful addition to any hosting or holiday occasion. To create this masterpiece and many others, we've curated a collection of specialties from select small-batch artisans to bring you the very best of Italy.
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Destination weddings have come back full-force after the pandemic. Italy is an all-time favorite of many couples, who choose the sunny peninsula for their wedding, honeymoon, and even for celebrating their anniversary. Perhaps your favorite couple is headed to Italy for their wedding or maybe you celebrated your love in the peninsula years ago, with candlelit dinners in Tuscany, savoring the sun in the south of Italy or romantic tours through capital cities like Milan.
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There is a saying in Italian, “if the mountain doesn’t go to Maometto, Maometto goes to the mountain.” Instead of waiting for the opportunity, you go towards it.
And it certainly applies to vacations too. If you aren’t able to travel this year or already miss your favorite destination, the good news is that you can bring your preferred Italian place to you. How? With an Italian-inspired staycation or a picnic with the best flavors and traditional dishes from your favorite region.
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