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Cacio e Pepe is a staple of Italian cuisine said to have been invented in the Roman empire. This pasta dish is as simple as it can be with the main ingredients being pasta, cheese and black pepper. The cheese … Read More
Author Seema Pal 10-12-2022 Risotto is a delicious side dish or first course in a meal in Italy. It is an exquisite cross between comfort food and fine dining. The classic recipe includes arborio rice, broth, butter, parmesan cheese, garlic, … Read More
Author Seema Pal 10-12-2022 Lasagna is one of Italy’s most famous pasta dishes, and one that has become a favourite across the world! When one thinks of lasagna, we think of warmth, comfort and of course delicious layers of cheese. … Read More
Spaghetti is an Italian staple. It can be made combined with a huge variety of sauces and proteins, so naturally, it can also be paired with a huge variety of wines. Most pasta sauces are either tomato-based or creamy, so … Read More
Eggplant parmesan is a comforting Italian dish, made from breadcrumbed slices of eggplant (also called aubergine, depending on where you are from) covered in melted cheese and marinara sauce. It is similar to a vegetarian version of lasagna and is … Read More
Ravioli is a classic Italian dish, composed of pasta parcels stuffed with cheese and any variety of fillings, though meat and spinach are among the most common. They are almost always accompanied by a pasta sauce, which will be either … Read More
Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish, traditionally made with cured pork, hard cheese and black pepper. The original style calls for a sauce made of egg yolk and cheese, but outside of Italy, cream is used too. Whatever variation … Read More
Polenta is essentially a type of porridge, made from boiled cornmeal. It is very simple and has been eaten for a very long time. It is a staple of Italian, Swiss and Balkan cuisine, particularly in Northern and Central Italy. … Read More
Gnocchi are a type of Italian dumpling typically made from potato, flour, and egg. These are traditionally served with a tomato or cream-based sauce. Like with any pasta dish, choosing the best wine pairing will depend on which type of … Read More
Chicken Cacciatore is a rustic Italian comfort dish. Cacciatore means hunter in Italian, which gives a nod to the humble roots of this classic meal. Chicken Cacciatore is chicken that is braised with some vegetables, typically a sofrito, and then … Read More