The most famous wine from Florence is undoubtedly Chianti, particularly Chianti Classico. This wine is produced in the historic Chianti region, located between Florence and Siena.The Chianti Classico is recognizable by the characteristic black rooster label on the bottle. Chianti Classico Brunello di Montalcino Unique Terroir The terroir of the Chianti region consists of rolling hills, soils rich in galestro…
CHIANTI CLASSICO: from the vineyards to the Chianti Classico Chianti Classico is one of the noblest wines in the world and boasts the name of the land from which it comes, in compliance with strict regulations that protect and guarantee its quality. It is produced in 70 thousand hectares of territory between the cities of Siena and Florence, in an…
Did you know? Spaghetti and penne are the shapes most loved by Italians.
Spaghetti ranks first among the formats most loved by Italians.
This was revealed by an elaboration by Unione Italiana Food based on a Nielsen survey which photographed preferences in terms of pasta shapes in the country, according to 4 areas
What is it and how does it influence the success of the dough?Thanks to the values labeled on the packaging or on the flour card next to the (W), it is very easy for you to recognize a strong flour from a weak one. The values vary from 130-150 for weak flours to 500 for very strong flours. What is…
According to the census of the Italian Food Union, there are about 300 formats produced and consumed in Italy: some common to several territories, perhaps with different names, others specific to a particular area.
Trofie are a type of fresh pasta typical of the Ligurian tradition, ideal to be paired with the classic Genovese pesto. For their homemade preparation, only three ingredients are needed: durum wheat semolina, water, and salt. Once a smooth and homogeneous dough is obtained, small pieces of dough are taken and allowed to slide along the palm of the hand.…
It happens that the best things are born as solutions, the result of an unexpected setback. The most picturesque legend, among the many that tell the birth of the Garganelli family, tells the story of the ingenious cook of a famous Cardinal.
Cooking pasta with the heat off: what it is and why it could save you money!
Also called passive cooking, cooking pasta with the heat off it is a technique that is discussed cyclically because it is linked to the possibility of reducing gas or electricity costs.
Cooking pasta to perfection is a technique that requires attention and allows no room for mistakes: we share with you our tips!
Crespelle (crepes) are at their best when baked, creating a first course with incredible flavor. Let’s see how to make them!