Culinary Traditions: A Tour of Italy at the Table

The time of year has come when everyone is in search of the perfect vacation.

Abroad or Italy? The dilemma is always the same, but why go abroad when the best of landscapes resides in our own land?

Of course, we're talking about Italy, the Bel Paese known worldwide for its sea, breathtaking mountain landscapes, picturesque hilly regions, the beauty of its art, and, of course: the taste of its cuisine!

So here we are, vacationers divided into two important categories: those who go on holiday to have fun and those who go on vacation to rest and inevitably eat! This is why we've talked about the importance of culinary traditions and how it's sometimes possible to tour Italy simply by sitting at the table. Ours is one of the richest countries in terms of gastronomy.

Italian cuisine, in fact, is a true art that includes important traditions deeply rooted in regional inland areas, which over time have toured the country and then became known worldwide. Italian typical dishes have not only toured the world but have been imitated and reproduced in many other cities. Indeed, what has gone down in history as the Mediterranean diet represents one of the jewels in our land's crown, synonymous with good and organic food, respectful of humans and nature, food made of completely natural seasonings and preserves born from tradition, organic pasta, and much more.

The same genuine tradition that over the years has been maintained by large companies that have then spread Italian taste worldwide.

Italian culinary traditions are numerous and deeply rooted in territories, beliefs, legends, and people, which is why we often hear about Neapolitan, Turin, Bari, and Roman culinary traditions. Culinary traditions around Italy are numerous, and Italians' passion for food is truly important.

Culinary Traditions: Northern Italy

There are very important cities in northern Italy known worldwide for fruit production. The fruit, which retains all the freshness of its land of origin, has toured the world. Fruit is a typical Italian delicacy that has undergone significant transformations over the years; this beverage tends to be declined in various ways, transforming into organic fruit juices, perfect for both adults and children's snacks, fruit smoothies ideal for everyone.

The tradition of fruit in Italy is one of the oldest and most rooted. Served after dessert, as a snack, at work, or at the seaside, it's the Italian touch that no one can do without. Fruit accompanies the end of meals, being that part of Italian tradition that everyone agrees on!

The same goes for beverages: wine, for example, represents one of the most important culinary traditions in Italy. A typical product of northern Italy and beyond, it brings to the tables worldwide the beverage of the farmers of the Bel Paese and all the ritual of the pressing of Italian grapes.

The same goes for organic vinegar, born and produced in northern Italy, but the perfect preferred seasoning by everyone.

The important properties of organic vinegar make it one of the favorite tastes worldwide.

For example, panettone is a typical Milanese dessert that is generally associated with the Christmas tradition. Over time, however, panettone has become a symbol of Christmas tradition not only in the cities of northern Italy but throughout the country, spreading worldwide as a symbol of Christmas tradition.

Culinary Traditions: Central Italy

Culinary traditions in Italy are truly numerous and allow bringing to the table the best of Italian identity worldwide. It is not difficult, in fact, to often find a large variety of products that alternate from northern to southern Italy. Foremost among these is certainly wine. Organic wine boasts a centuries-old tradition that runs throughout Italy, giving rise to a series of typical products. The same goes for the cultivation of organic cereals typical of central Italy's crops, the same ones that have given rise to the dishes of our country's tradition.

Culinary Traditions: Southern Italy

The important culinary traditions not only make typical cuisine famous worldwide but also elevate the important Italian tradition, such as that of organic preserves. Tomato production, for example, is typical of southern Italy and brings with it the ancient art of preserves, now rooted and well known everywhere. Therefore, today, preserves are widely spread, from tomato preserves to fruit preserves. Wine is also produced in southern Italy, and this represents an important tradition; not to mention oil, the flagship of southern Italy. Organic oil brings with it all the colors and flavors of the land bathed by the sun and the sea. And much, much more. Cuisine in Italy is a true art. A tradition that has toured the world in no time. So, if you stay in our Bel Paese this summer, don't give up any of these delicacies. Always remember that if you can't tour Italy physically, you can easily do it at the table!