24 Nov Dried Pasta vs. Fresh Pasta – Not a Freshness Debate.
There are two main kinds of pasta: fresh and dried. Even though fresh pasta is often depicted as the most traditional, it's not actually the most commonly consumed in Italy. ...
Author: Paolo Rigiroli
07 May Italian Bars Explained
Learn the crucial difference between getting a table and standing at the bar. Find out what you get when you order a coffee (or a latte) and if you're expected to pay upon ordering or as you leave....
28 Apr How to Shop for Groceries Like an Italian
Learn how to get by in grocery stores: how to line up if there's no queue? How to get the freshest products, and the right amounts? ...
25 Apr “Doing” the Aperitivo
The aperitivo is a moderately alcoholic drink to be had before the meal, usually accompanied by a snack. It's meant to be an appetizer, but - really - it's quite the opposite: a way to quench the appetite while waiting for a late meal. Learn...
24 Apr How Italian Restaurants Work
All you need to know on Italian restaurants and the culture of dining out in Italy. From when to arrive at the restaurant, to how to ask for the bill....