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Italy is a dream destination for anyone who loves food and drink - and the exciting thing is that Italian cuisine varies from region to region. This is the place to find out about specialities such as lardo di Colonnata from Tuscany, the seafood of Venice, or Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano from Parma. It's also where to find out about Slow Food; organic produce; Italian food festivals, liqueurs, the cafes of Turin or the wines of Tuscany - like Vin Santo, Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino or Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
You can discover Italian food and wine trails, check out cookery courses, cruise cuisine, holidays and great restaurants and cafes. You can also find out about food and wine producers; read reviews and recipes.
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In: Italian Baking
Make your own Italian bread for breakfast with this recipe for pignola - pine nut bread, flavoured with orange zest. You can freeze it for up to a month. more...
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In: Italian Baking
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Homemade Blueberry and Polenta Cupcakes
In: Italian Baking
If you love baking, try this recipe for blueberry cupcakes made with polenta. Top them with extra blueberries for a delicious breakfast - ideal with a creamy cappucino. more...
Fried Chicken Parcels with Fontina and Ham
In: Regional Italian Specialties
Fontina cheese and slices of prosciutto give these fried chicken parcels a distinctive Italian flavour. They're easy to make too - and delicious with white truffles. more...
Recipe for Focaccia with Chestnut and Vin Santo
In: Italian Baking
Made with Vin Santo, the sweet Italian wine, and chestnut flour this focaccia recipe is delicious. The bread is ideal teamed with cheese on cold winter nights. more...
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In: Regional Italian Specialties
If you love the idea of cooking with seasonal produce as the Italians do, then take a look at Twelve. This Tuscan recipe book has ideas for every month of the year. more...
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In: Italian Baking
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In: Italian Baking
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