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Prosciutto di San Daniele PDO, one of the most imitated Italian products in the world. [58] The marketing phenomenon of imitation of Italian agri-food products that have nothing to do with Italian cuisine is known by the name of Italian Sounding. [59] Italian cuisine is one of the most popular and copied cultures worldwide. [13]
Italy is home to 395 Michelin star-rated restaurants. [14] [15] The Mediterranean diet forms the basis of Italian cuisine, rich in pasta, fish, fruits and vegetables. [16] Cheese, cold cuts and wine are central to Italian cuisine, and along with pizza and coffee (especially espresso) form part of Italian gastronomic culture. [17]
2. Pizza Napoletana e Romana. Besides pasta, pizza has to be the second most popular Italian food. But the pizza in Italy is very different from American pizza.
This is a list of Italian EU protected geographical indications as defined in the Council of the European Union Regulation CE 510/2006, which fall into three schemes. 138 Italian products have protected designation of origin (PDO) or DOP ( denominazione origine protetta )
This phenomenon, widespread in all continents, is better known as Italian Sounding, consisting in the use of words as well as images, colour combinations (the Italian tricolour), geographical references, brands evocative of Italy to promote and market agri-food products which in reality have nothing to do with Italian cuisine. [11]
Prodotto agroalimentare tradizionale (PAT) is an official approval for traditional Italian regional food products similar to the protected geographical status of the European Union. A list of approved products is published by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies . [ 1 ]
Tuscan cuisine refers to the culinary traditions of the Tuscan region in Italy celebrated for its simplicity and focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients like olive oil, legumes, and meats. Rooted in "cucina povera" (Italian for "peasant cooking"), it emphasizes seasonal ingredients and straightforward flavors over complex sauces and spices. [1]
Zeppole are typical of Italian cuisine, especially that of Rome, Naples, and Lecce. They originated in ancient Rome, when people started frying dough and putting sugar or cinnamon on it. However, the zeppole that is around today was created in the 18th century. These zeppole either have sugar, cinnamon or chocolate with them.