Focaccia Genovese: Do You Know it? Prepare it Yourself!

Learn how to prepare a classic Italian meal.

Focaccia Genovese is a traditional Italian flatbread that is consumed and prepared in the entire country, but it comes from Liguria, with Genoa as the main city. It is believed that Ligurians are the masters of focaccia, just like Napoletans are famous for their pizza. The name means “loaf” in Italian, while in Latin “focus” is fire; which gives the bread its meaning: an aromatic and inviting flatbread baked over a fire.

¿Cómo saber si la pasta está cocida? ¡Esto es lo que debes aprender!

Conocer el punto de cocción de la pasta es un arte que toma tiempo.

La pasta es una de las comidas más consumidas alrededor del mundo pero, como cualquier receta, tiene sus secretos y trucos para que quede al punto perfecto y sea un gran plato. Su preparación es relativamente sencilla y precisamente por ello muchos cometen errores simples a la hora de cocer tan sólo un puñado.

5 Types of Cheese You Should Know Before You Start Cooking!

It is essential to know the different types of cheese.

Did you know that cheese is one of the most popular ingredients in the world? Most kitchens have at least a bit of it in their fridge, and it’s there for a reason. Many dishes have a bit of it or are created around the variety of flavors you can find. It’s one of the best alternatives to pair with wine, and it’s sure a healthy snack. But, what about the top 5 you need to know before cooking? Here we’ll break down the list for you!

How to Make Pasta Sauce and Not Die Trying?

These are the steps you must follow to prepare authentic pasta sauce. 

Italia is well known because of its pasta recipes, and there is not a single dish that it isn’t accompanied by a good sauce. They have a great tradition; besides, their preparations are quite simple, and the ingredients are easy to find. Chef Giada de Laurentiis comes from an Italian family where food is a prominent and basic part of it: her cooking style is based on the country’s classics, especially the sauces. Today we are going to show you four recipes by the famous chef.

Cheese in the Italian Cuisine

The versatility of the use of cheese in Italian cuisine.

Italy is a big cheese producer, with more than 450 varieties. With different shapes, tastes and textures and made from cow, goat, sheep or buffalo milk, cheeses play an important role in the Italian Cuisine. Italian cheeses are in between the most remarkable in the world, Italian cheeses are exquisite and high quality produced.

Italians serve cheese whether it is before, after or during the meal, can also be served for munching or accompany with wine.

Cheese in the Italian Cuisine

Italian cheeses can be used on the preparation of many dishes, including desserts.

Gorgonzola:  the Italian blue cheese, Gorgonzola has different characteristics based on its age, when young it has a creamy texture, and older it has a crumbly and dry texture. Gorgonzola cheese can be combined with pasta, salads, wines and fruits like pears and figs.

Asiago: even if this cheese intensifies its taste while aging it never becomes sharp. Asiago is normally used for munching but it can be also combined with pasta, salads and soup.

Mozzarella: with a milky and creamy texture, Mozzarella is famous for being one of the favorites pizza toppings, it can also be used in salads and cold meat boards.

Mascarpone: creamy and spreadable, Mascarpone is used for the preparation of many desserts, it provides a delicate and sophisticated taste.

Ricotta: the texture is smooth and grainy, and the taste is slightly sweet. Is principally used as lasagna filling and for the center of cannolis.

Parmesan: it has a salty flavor and gets better with time. Is normally used to top pasta dishes and Minestrone.

The use of cheese as an ingredient, topping or garnish in the Italian cuisine makes it more enjoyable and delectable. Italian cheese are the most famous in the world by its unique tastes and high quality.

Italian Cuisine is something you can't miss. At Davide Punto Cucina, we focus on creating a  pleasurable experience that can bring you memories! You can enjoy the most exquisite dishes. We prepare authentic Italian food with fresh local ingredients.

Cheese is a main ingredient in the Italian gastronomy, it's delicious, and there's much variety.

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