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Explore the Culture of Italian food through our Eating Habits

Revealed what Italians think about Italian American dishes and which ones aren’t even known in Italy.

lasagna
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

American Lasagna vs Italian Lasagna: different twins 

Oven baked spaghetti: say goodbye to your Italian friends 
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

Oven baked spaghetti: say goodbye to your Italian friends 

Pasta Marinara in Italy – It’s Not What You Expect!
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

Pasta Marinara in Italy – It’s Not What You Expect!

Does canned pasta exist in Italy? [that’s why we hate it]
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

Does canned pasta exist in Italy? [that’s why we hate it]

veal-parmigiana
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

Veal Parmesan: Italy’s Missing Dish Lost in Translation

Carbonara’s Creamy Past: How Italy’s Palate Pivoted?
Italian Cuisine vs Italian-American

Carbonara’s Creamy Past: How Italy’s Palate Pivoted?

A deep dive into how Italians truly eat—regional specialties, traditions, and everyday habits, from festive feasts to everyday meals.ies.

Do Italians Really Eat Pigeons? Italy’s Hush-Hush Gourmet Secret
Italian Eating Habits

Do Italians Really Eat Pigeons? Italy’s Hush-Hush Gourmet Secret

Coperto charge and tips.
Italian Eating Habits

What do we mean by “coperto” in Italian restaurants? (Explained)

Do Italians cook with Olive Oil or Extra Virgin? [+ how to identify EVOO]
Italian Eating Habits

Do Italians cook with Olive Oil or Extra Virgin? [+ how to identify EVOO]

Here’s how we Italians eat pesto
Italian Eating Habits

Here’s how we Italians eat pesto

Bowl of Minestrone Soup
Italian Eating Habits

Minestrone soup: Italians Do It better

In Italy lard is in box like this, named "Strutto"
Italian Eating Habits

Do Italians [Still] Cook with Lard? Don’t Mistake It for ‘Lardo’

Find out how we Italians think, choose, cook and eat our favorite food: Pasta

A hand full of fusilli pasta.
Italian Pasta Culture

Recognize high-quality Pasta, here is what you need to look at 

How Italian cook pasta at home.
Italian Pasta Culture

How to Cook Pasta like a real Italian at Home [mistakes to avoid]

Do Italians eat pasta without sauce? (the real Plain Pasta)
Italian Pasta Culture

Do Italians eat pasta without sauce? (the real Plain Pasta)

ditalini and stelline pasta
Italian Pasta Culture

What is Pastina? [many shapes, one single purpose]

Spaghetti and Bucatini side to side, the hole makes the difference.
Italian Pasta Culture

Bucatini VS Spaghetti: The Hollow Secret Revealed

pasta-shapes-in-italy
Italian Pasta Culture

Top 10 Pasta Shapes: Italy’s Favorites Ranked

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Carmignano: Delicacies and Sweets from the Local Hearth

Carmignano: Delicacies and Sweets from the Local Hearth

In this article, explore the local delicacies you’ll find in…

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Tuscan Cheese Varieties: Pecorino and Its Curd Cousins

Tuscan Cheese Varieties: Pecorino and Its Curd Cousins

Curious to learn about Tuscan cheeses? Look no further, Tuscany…

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9 Tuscan Carnival Treats: Unveiling the Mask of Traditional Desserts

9 Tuscan Carnival Treats: Unveiling the Mask of Traditional Desserts

Ah, Carnival in Tuscany… masks, masquerades, and—most importantly—munchies, sweets, and…

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15 Must-Try Tuscan Pasta Dishes: Your Bucket List Guide

15 Must-Try Tuscan Pasta Dishes: Your Bucket List Guide

It’s no secret that Tuscany is a dream come true…

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31 Tuscan Sweets, Desserts and Biscuits: A bite into Dolce Vita!

31 Tuscan Sweets, Desserts and Biscuits: A bite into Dolce Vita!

It is not easy to compile a complete list of…

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Tuscan Easter: a look at the Local Foods

Tuscan Easter: a look at the Local Foods

Easter in Tuscany is a rich celebration marking the beginning…

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A Tuscan Christmas: Unwrapping the Foods of Festive Traditions

A Tuscan Christmas: Unwrapping the Foods of Festive Traditions

Fancy a taste of Tuscan tradition for Christmas? Let me…

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17 Tuscan Street Food you simply Can’t Miss!

17 Tuscan Street Food you simply Can’t Miss!

Tuscan cuisine is honest and hearty, offering intriguing and tasty…

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65 Tuscan Foods: the bible of Typical Dishes in Tuscany

65 Tuscan Foods: the bible of Typical Dishes in Tuscany

Defining Tuscan cuisine is not easy as it is primarily…

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