Italian Cuisine
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History
• History tells us that Italian food was influenced by other countries, such as Greece,
Africa and Asian countries. The Greeks, Africans and Asians who settled there
brought their foods and ways of cooking. For example, the Greeks made a flat
bread.
• Due to its varied climate and soil, Italy produces a variety of cereals (semolina),
fruits and vegetables.
• Italians also use a lot of cheese in their food: Parmigiano (1984), Reggiano and
Granna Pagano.
• Confirmation of the importance and interest in food was established in the 16th
century with the flourishing of publishing activity in the arts of the table, not only
recipe books, but also manuals of behaviour, manuals on how to set the table, etc.
• During the Renaissance period, publications related to Italian gastronomy began.
• At this time, the use of cut meat was significantly reinforced, especially that of ox
and calf. Not even the heads were wasted, especially those of calf, turkey and
goat, of which practically everything was used: tongue, snout, brain, cheeks, ears,
palate and finally the eyes.
Culture
• Italy has always stood out for its cultural values. He has contributed to the cultural
development of humanity in sculpture, architecture, painting, literature and music,
particularly opera.
• Although Italians still consider themselves direct descendants of the ancient
Romans, there are some regional influences from other nations such as Arabs,
Greeks and other regions (persistence of local dialects, celebrations, songs and
regional traditions).
• One of the most varied in the world
• So-called Mediterranean cuisines
• Most famous dishes:
pizza and pasta
• The Greeks made a flatbread, which, one imagines, led to the creation of
pizza.
• In 1840, Parmesan was introduced to Italian cuisine.
Religion
• Italians are very religious people and a large part of their population is
characterized by their faith in God. It is no coincidence that the Vatican is
located in Italian territory.
• The most important religion in the country is Catholicism and about 90% of
the population is Roman Catholic.
• Churches, shrines and statues throughout Italy reflect with artistic majesty
what the Italian faith is.
Natural attractions
• Lake Garda: Lake Garda, or Lake Benaco, is the
largest Italian lake and one of the most famous
tourist lakes in northern Italy. And it is located
approximately 65 meters above sea level, at the foot
of the Alps. It is a glacial lake that formed at the end
of the last ice age.
• Lake Maggiore is an alpine lake in northern Italy and
Switzerland. It is the second largest Italian lake, after
Lake Garda, with a surface area of 212 km². It is a
glacial lake that formed at the end of the last ice
age.
• Other lakes: Lake Como, Sardinia Island
• Bergeggi Island: The island, which is part of the Bergeggi Regional Nature
Reserve, has a moderately high rocky coast, rising above the sea up to 53
metres high.
• Ustica Island: Among its great attractions, diving occupies the first place
since sports divers are attracted by relatively deep diving, which is one of
the characteristics of the island's volcanic geology. The island also has
towers dating back to the 18th century, which are very popular with tourists
arriving by ferry from the island of Palermo.
• Amalfi: This village built around a cove was a maritime power, rival of
Genoa and Venice in the 12th century. Its cathedral, the Piazza del Duomo
and the surrounding coves are its main attractions.
• Etna Volcano: The Etna volcano, at 3,323 metres, is the largest active
volcano in Europe. Given the extraordinary fertility of the soil, the slopes of
this mountain are densely populated and cultivated. Eruptions, especially
in the 250 smaller craters, occur frequently.
• Elba Island: Measuring 30 kilometres long and 19 kilometres wide, Elba
Island is home to coves and beaches with blue waters, ideal for diving and
canoeing. A circular route reveals the varied landscapes of the island
where Napoleon lived in exile and discovers its fishing villages and
medieval forts that bear witness to a past linked to the sea.
• Mount Vesuvius: Mount Vesuvius, considered one of the most
dangerous volcanoes in the world, is surrounded by towns and cities
inhabited by more than three million people, and its eruptions have
been violent; it is the most densely populated volcanic area in the
world. It is located about nine kilometers away from the city of
Naples and has a maximum height of
1,871 meters above sea level.
• Zinzulusa Cave: The Zinzulusa Cave is one of them, named this way
because of the large number of stalactites and stalagmites that its walls and
floor have. Inside this beautiful cave fossils of rhinos, elephants, horses,
bear
s.
hippos and
• The Piedmont Alps: Ski enthusiasts can enjoy the modern sports
facilities prepared for the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin. The most famous
town of all is Courmayeur.
• The Venetian Alps: It is an area of large plains, lagoons and the Venetian
Alps along the entire northern border.
• Neptune's Grotto: The cave was discovered by a local fisherman in the
18th century, and has since proven to be a very popular tourist attraction.
Inside, there are very varied formations of stalactites and stalagmites, as
well as a saltwater lake about 120 metres long.
Meal
Most common foods:
• Fruit
• Vegetables
• Wines
• Liqueurs
• Coffee
• Vegetables and greens
are an important part of
Italian cuisine.
Variants
• Italian Menu:
• Typically, an Italian menu is structured as follows:
• Antipasto
• What we would commonly call appetizers or starters are usually cold
dishes such as salads with some cold cuts, and they mostly contain
vegetables.
The Cousin
• It is the first dish, which is usually hot and consists of soup, gnocchi or
pasta, although there are also several vegetarian options.
• The Second
• This is the main dish, which is usually made up of meat or fish and has
some spicy seasonings. We find dishes such as ossobuco, Florentine
steak, bollito misto or busecca, in addition to its renowned sausages.
• The outline
• This is a side dish that can be a salad or prepared vegetables and is
served after the main course.
• The sweet
• It is considered a dessert, generally sweet, that has countless variants
such as ice cream, cakes, fruits or creams.
Recipe:
GROUND BEEF LASAGNA
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