Fast Food pasta?
Some thoughts on the recent arrival of fast food pasta restaurants in Italy. I was prompted to try one out. Find out what I thought.
Culture
Why can’t you eat chicken with pasta?
For Italians, eating pasta with chicken is like putting pineapple on pizza. You don’t. But why? I decided to explore the issue
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How to make a perfect moka coffee
Fiendishly difficult to use or easy? The moka coffee pot is an icon of the Italian kitchen and easy to use: find out how.
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10 of the best Italian pastries
Italy is literally stuffed with pastries, from biscotti to zeppole. Here I present ten of my favourites representing Italy north to south. Some are well known, others less so, but all are delicious. Enjoy!
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Secret symbols of the Rialto
Venetian buildings are covered in symbols that would make it the perfect setting for a Dan Brown book. Until he writes one, let me guide you through them.
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Roman Jewish Cuisine
Roman Jewish Cuisine developed in the Roman ghetto, established in 1555. Find out more about this fascinating culinary sub-culture which can still be experienced today.
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