Flavors from Italy

Some basic information on Italian food

It is surprising how many people, who believe they are familiar with Italian cooking, are unaware of the regional differences that exist; the northern region, the central region and the southern region. Each brings its own unique flavors and influences that make italian cuisine what it is today.

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Pasta is the first course in most Italians meals with the exception of the far north were risotto or polenta is the norm. In Italian diets vegetables, grains and legumes taking center stage with a lesser value placed on meats . Dark green olive oil comes from the south while the more refined, golden oil is found in the north.

Focaccia originates from Genoa, but you will see a softer, thicker version in Apulia which is made of potatoes. This is chewy and delicious, lightly brushed with the dark green, southern Italian olive oil.

Italian cuisine is, therefore, a combination of vegetables, grains, fruits, fish, cheeses with a scattering of meats, fowl and game cooked with olive oil (exception in the far north).

The Mediterranean diet is being touted as the model around which we should restructure our eating habits.

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