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One of the most iconic foods in Italian cuisine, pizza is the glory of the Old World culinary canon. First created in the 16th century, pizza became a beloved staple that was enjoyed by everyone, regardless of social class. The love for pizza quickly spread around the world, owing its universal appeal to a satisfying layer of thin, hand-stretched dough, [...]

A recipe from Chef Tony PrioloGnocchi pasta always makes for a soulful, hearty Italian meal. This thick, chewy pasta is best accompanied by earthy ingredients, such as sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms. Adding in the highest quality Prosciutto di Parma makes the dish even more heart-warming and rustic. So if you’re looking for a pasta recipe [...]

Even if you can’t visit Italy in the fall, you can still cook like it! There are certain Italian recipes you just have to make during this season (no, it’s not all pumpkin). It is harvest season in Italy, so this list of heartwarming Italian dishes to make this fall are based on Italy’s favorite [...]

Everything about Italian culture is romantic, especially the food. So when it comes to preparing a special Valentine’s dinner for two, trust in the Old World tradition of Italian cuisine and its mouthwatering flavors that satisfy the stomach and inspire the heart.AppetizerPuccia Bread ChipsEasy to make and elegant to look at, these small bites are [...]

A regional dish from southern Italy, Beef Braciole gives classic Italian pantry food a rich and meaty kick. It’s also a family dinner favorite for Rachael Ray, the Food Network star and host of her own daytime talk show. Also included in The Soprano’s Family Cookbook, this recipe comes from her mama’s weekday menu rotation [...]

The United States has pumpkin pie and Italy has panettone, the quintessential cake for the holidays. Made with a combination of candied fruit and spices, panettone is the Old World version of fruitcake, a special treat that dates back to the Middle Ages. Panettone cake might have a rich and storied history, but its flavor and texture has remained the [...]

Contrary to what you might think, the origins of Italian wedding soup actually have nothing to do with nuptials, although it is often served as an appetizer at Italian weddings. The name comes from “Minestra Miritata” (marriage soup), an Italian phrase that describes the blissful marriage of hearty greens and rich, savory meat. First enjoyed by the peasants of Southern [...]

A staple of Italian cuisine, polenta is a simple and easy way to add a touch of gourmet to your typical eggs-and-bacon brunch fare. In this recipe, starchy and satisfying polenta squares are grilled until crisp, and then complemented with a bed of sautéed spinach seasoned with garlic and red pepper. It all comes together with robiola cheese, a well-balanced [...]

At first glance, the rustic crostata looks like a buttery and flaky biscuit, but in this recipe, it is so much more! Pastry chef Tiffany MacIsaac uses this classic Italian pastry as a substantial base for hiding premium Luxardo cherries in between fruity layers of fresh plums and cherry jam. A quintessential made-in-Italy delight, these classic cherries are the main ingredients [...]

For Italians, coffee is more than an a.m. eye-opener – it’s a way of life. Thanks to generations of coffee roasters with a passion for excellence, real Italian coffee adds a distinctively smooth and velvety flavor to a variety of specialty coffee drinks. Here are some of our favorite classic Italian coffee drinks that can easily be made at home [...]