Bergamot is a very popular fruit in Italy with a slightly bitter taste and an incredibly light, fragrant zest. It is best known for its bold citrus flavor, which is also very sweet. Bergamot gives Earl Grey tea it’s unique flavor. Because Bergamot oranges are only available during the Fall and Winter, they are very […]
Gianetti Artisans Chestnut Flour will be ready to ship in December – just in time for your holiday baking. Chestnut flour is a spectacular, simple, yet relatively unknown flour. It is produced in Piedmont, Italy, a region that is surrounded by the Alps and Adriatic Sea, and is a product made from chestnuts that have […]
The Fun Basics of Artisan Food… Head to your local farmers’ market or any street fair and you’re sure to see a banner that says “Artisan Food.” Whether it’s bread, pasta, cheese, or charcuterie, artisan food has grown in popularity over the past few years because of its high-quality nature. But what actually is artisan […]
From Boccaccio and Leonardo to Puccini and Fellini, Italy has long been a land of passion and character, and that’s reflected in its cuisine as well. Italian cuisine ranks among the most robustly characterful, with its many regions distinctly represented in equally-distinct delectable dishes. Even so, few things unite the unique regions and culinary traditions […]
Sicilian Pistachio Gelato Recipe Gelato is a well-loved Italian frozen dessert similar to ice cream, but where ice cream has a higher cream to milk ratio, gelato is the opposite, with a higher milk to cream ratio, making it a lighter, lower-fat option, bursting with flavor. Gelato is churned much slower than ice cream, making […]
If you are looking for the perfect gift to send a friend or family member for a special occasion, consider sending an authentic Italian treat. We carry a variety of delicious Italian foods and snacks, and we have picked four that we feel make the best gifts. Italian Handmade Almond Biscotti Our Italian handmade almond […]
Many grocery stores sell an array of cooking oils, and perhaps it’s a hard choice to decide which one is best to use. Health experts state vegetable oil has adverse effects on your health, and recommend other oils such as canola, coconut, and extra virgin olive oil. With the latter, not only is it a […]
History of Modica Chocolate Sicily’s intriguing history has drawn travelers for years to visit smoking volcanoes and famed cuisine. Somehow the island’s distinctive chocolate – made in the Unesco World Heritage town of Modica and inspired by the traditions of the ancient Aztecs – has remained one of the world’s best-kept secrets. When the Spanish […]
How is Balsamic Vinegar Beneficial for Your Health? Balsamic vinegar is a famous ingredient in marinades, salad dressings, and many other dishes. It has a special flavor that is often deemed as tart, bold, and complex. Studies claim that balsamic vinegar has many health benefits like improving the complexion of a person, lowering the cholesterol […]
Sicilian Pistachio Olive Oil Cake Recipe Make a delicious Sicilian Pistachio Olive Oil Cake Recipe using the best pistachios in the world! Giannetti Artisans sources excellent Sicilian Pistachio Flour from Bronte. It’s fair to say that Bronte pistachios are quite expensive, but spending a few dollars is well worth the taste for all your baking […]
