Healthy Italian Dining: Smell Italy, Taste Italy in Your Kitchen
July 28th, 2009
The Italians are known for their sumptuous pasta dishes. In fact, their dishes have become so popular that most are already on the daily menus in different countries. Some either have already become common fare or were developed to suit the country’s taste and ingredients.
In Italy, the pasta itself is the main dish, while the sauce, which comprises about a quarter of the dish, merely complements it. They love to dine in open-air dining areas called piazza and only opt for the freshest ingredients. The Italians regard food as a blessing, a way of interacting with others, and healthy nourishment. They take pleasure in eating, often chatting. As they often say, “It’s not just what you eat but how you eat.” Read the rest of this entry »
