Parmesan in the Heatwave: Italy's Famous Cheese Under Pressure
Heat in Italy: at temperatures above 40°C, cows produce up to 10% less milk, putting noticeable pressure on Parmesan production in Emilia-Romagna.
Food & Drink
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The Blue Crab in Italy: How the Granchio Blu Is Transforming Shellfish Beds and Cuisine
The blue crab is taking over Italy's Adriatic coast: the invasive granchio blu is decimating clam populations, and now it is ending up on the plate itself.
Cioccolata calda: In Italy, Hot Chocolate Is Eaten with a Spoon
A car breakdown led us unexpectedly to Parma, and there we discovered a cioccolata calda so thick that a spoon could stand upright in it.
Italy Celebrates the Day of the Pizzaiolo on 17 January
17 January is more than just a Pizza Day in Italy. Here is why the craft of the pizzaioli is celebrated on this particular date.
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Pizzium: Neapolitan Pizza, Regionally Interpreted
Pizzium stands for Neapolitan pizza with a commitment to quality. A personal account from Parma on the concept and standards of this restaurant chain.
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Struffoli: A Neapolitan Christmas Pastry with a Long Tradition
Struffoli are among the most iconic Christmas pastries from Naples. Discover the origins, meaning and recipe of a beloved sweet tradition from Campania.
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Naples' Stylish Living Room: The Gran Caffè Gambrinus
Naples' living room: the Gran Caffè Gambrinus embodies history, atmosphere and quality. A visit where grandeur meets coffee house culture.
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Capesante gratinate: A Starter from Naples' Seafood Cuisine
Capesante gratinate are a classic starter from Naples: gratinated scallops with a breadcrumb crust, served as an antipasto.
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It's Official: Italian Cuisine Is UNESCO Cultural Heritage
Italian cuisine is now recognised as UNESCO cultural heritage: a triumph for tradition, diversity and Italy's vibrant food culture.
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Parmalat in Italy: Rise, Billion-Dollar Scandal, and Fresh Start
Parmalat: From a beloved staple in Italy's fridges to a billion-dollar scandal and a fresh start under foreign ownership.
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Dispensa Emilia Bologna: Authentic Cuisine of Emilia-Romagna
Dispensa Emilia Bologna: fresh tagliatelle, tigelle, and a modern ordering experience. Authentic Emilia-Romagna cuisine right next to Hotel Fiera.
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Between Passata and "un etto": Shopping at an Italian Supermarket
Shopping in Italy: familiar, yet surprisingly different. What to discover at the supermarket, from passata to prosciutto and regional specialities.
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