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Italian cuisine is beloved all over the world for its variety, simplicity and quality ingredients. In this lesson, you will learn about the most famous traditional Italian dishes and wines, their history, and their importance in Italian culture.
Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Italian Festivals and Celebrations & Italian Language as a Second Language.
Traditional Italian Dishes
Italian cuisine is diverse and varies region by region. However, some traditional dishes are famous throughout the country and internationally. Here are some of the most iconic ones:
Pasta alla carbonara
Pasta alla carbonara is a traditional Roman dish made with spaghetti, eggs, pancetta, black pepper and grated pecorino cheese. The origins of this dish are controversial, but it is believed to have been created after the Second World War by American soldiers who introduced bacon and eggs to the traditional spaghetti dish.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Pasta alla carbonara | /ˌpasta alla karboˈnaːra/ | Spaghetti with bacon and eggs |
Pizza Napoletana
Pizza Napoletana is the traditional pizza from Naples, made with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and extra-virgin olive oil. Its thin and crispy dough is created from a mix of water, flour, salt, and yeast before being cooked in a wood-fired oven.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Pizza Napoletana | /ˈpit.tsa napoleˈtaːna/ | Neapolitan Pizza |
Lasagne
Lasagne is a typical dish from Emilia Romagna and is made of pasta sheets layered with a tomato sauce, béchamel sauce, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and ground meat ragù.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Lasagne | /laˈzaɲɲe/ | Lasagna |
Risotto alla milanese
Risotto alla milanese is rice cooked with beef or chicken broth, saffron and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. It is a traditional Milanese dish that has spread throughout Italy.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Risotto alla milanese | /riˈzɔtto alla milaˈneːze/ | Milanese Risotto |
Ossobuco
Ossobuco is a traditional Milanese dish made of braised veal shanks, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, white wine, tomato paste and broth. The dish is usually served with either polenta or risotto alla milanese.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Ossobuco | /ossoˈbuːko/ | Veal shanks |
Traditional Italian Wines
Italy is one of the largest wine producers in the world, and Italian wines are known for their quality, complexity and diversity. Here are some of the most famous traditional Italian wines:
Chianti
Chianti is a red wine produced in the Chianti region in Tuscany. It is made predominantly from Sangiovese grapes and is characterized by its fruity aroma and dry taste. Chianti is often paired with pasta dishes or meat.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Chianti | /kiˈanti/ | Chianti red wine |
Barolo
Barolo is a red wine produced in the Piedmont region in northern Italy. It is made from the Nebbiolo grape and is characterized by its high tannin content, full-bodied taste, and complex aromas of red fruit, flowers, and spices. Barolo is often paired with meat dishes and aged cheese.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Barolo | /baˈrɔːlo/ | Barolo red wine |
Prosecco
Prosecco is a sparkling wine produced in the Veneto region. It is made from the Glera grape and is characterized by its floral aroma and fruity taste. Prosecco is often used as an aperitif or paired with light fish dishes.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Prosecco | /proˈsekko/ | Prosecco sparkling wine |
Moscato d'Asti
Moscato d'Asti is a sweet white wine produced in the Asti region in Piedmont. It is made from the Moscato Bianco grape and is characterized by its sweet and fruity taste, low alcohol content, and light sparkle. It pairs well with desserts or as an aperitif.
| Italian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Moscato d'Asti | /mosˈkaːto daˈsti/ | Moscato d'Asti white wine |
Conclusion
Italian cuisine and wine are an integral part of Italian culture and traditions. They represent the creativity and resourcefulness of the Italian people and are a celebration of the land and its products. By exploring these traditional dishes and wines, you are also exploring the history and spirit of Italy.
Sources
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