Food & Drink

Tiramisù – Where’s it really from?

November 29, 2017

Tiramisu’ is one of Italy’s best known desserts around the world. But the origins of this well loved dolce have been the source of a centuries-long dispute. There are many legends about this mysterious dessert. The most famous tales trace its origins back to Treviso, but our Flavours Tuscan chefs have shared the local Tuscan…

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Bologna’s 15 Best Dishes And Ingredients

November 7, 2017

Bolognese food is some of the best in the world, and Italy’s culinary heartland is rightly proud of it. There are so many wonderful local dishes and ingredients, from Bologna itself, and from nearby Emilia-Romagna towns – including Modena and Parma. 1. Crescentini Bolognesi These fried, light-as-air, hollow triangles of puffy bread are perfect for…

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Top 7 Reasons Why Bologna is Italy’s Foodie Heart

October 17, 2017

Head to central Bologna, capital of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, and you’ll soon hit a food shop. The delicious, dark delis containing a multitude of goodies are around every corner in this handsome old city. The Bolognese take their food tradition very seriously. In fact, the city is known as ‘La Grassa’ meaning ‘The fat one’,…

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The 8 Best Italian wines: Our Ultimate Wine Tasting List

July 13, 2017

Wine has been an essential part of the culture of Italy for centuries. In fact, such ancestry can be traced back to the Roman era, and many of the most popular Italian wines have a history that can be traced back for centuries. There are a lot of benefits of wine; some to be listed…

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Wine atlas: Nero d’Avola from Sicily

June 23, 2017

The island of Sicily is known for its beautiful Mediterranean views, white sand beaches and world-renowned Sicilian cuisine, but there is of course another facet to the largest island in the Mediterranean: its wine. Reds like Etna Rosso, born on the fertile volcanic slopes of Mount Etna are good, as are whites grown in Alcamo…

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10 Amazing Dishes To Try In Tuscany!

May 24, 2017

We asked Cathy from ‘Destination is Italy’ for the top 10 best dishes you should definitely try when you’re in Tuscany. Italian food is well known all over the world, and for a very good reason, the taste is a burst of delight in your mouth. Every region in Italy is known for different foods and…

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Flavours Italian Easter treats

March 29, 2017

There’s an endless list of reasons to love Italian food culture. Italians put lot of emphasis on quality and food is all about appreciating good taste and sharing with your loved ones. Like many other festivities Italian Easter is all about enjoying Easter treats with family and friends. So, if you need some inspiration to impress…

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Flavours guide to wine tasting: Puglia

March 22, 2017

On a trip to Puglia, there are certain activities that should not be missed out and wine tasting is certainly one of them. Puglia is famous for its hearty, full-bodied red wines which are perfect combined with full- flavoured local specialties.  Here are our top 3 tips to help you enjoy your visit the most:…

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Flavours guide to wine tasting: Sicily

March 15, 2017

Today, we continue our Wine Atlas series with one of our favourite Italian regions – Sicily! With a rich wine tradition, Sicily is a must-visit and a must- taste for wine lovers. If you want to learn more about why Sicily is considered an iconic wine region, our brief Sicilian wine guide covers all the interesting…

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Flavours guide to wine tasting: Venice

March 8, 2017

A trip to Venice would not be complete, without a visit to a local vineyard for Prosecco tasting – the region’s most popular wine! Whether you are new to wine tasting or a connoisseur, our short guide will help you make the most of your Prosecco tasting! For more facts and information about Prosecco click here…

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Top 3 Benefits Of Wine

January 13, 2017

Did you know that wine is not only delicious but (in moderation) also a real health booster? Here are our top 3 benefits of wine! We can now enjoy our favourite Italian wines without worry – just remember always in moderation. Saluti! Would you like to enjoy a glass of wine while looking out over the…

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5 things you wouldn’t have expected to happen on cooking holidays

December 29, 2016

Most people book a Flavours cooking holidays because they love Italian cuisine, and think cooking and eating in warm, beautiful Italy, with great produce on the doorstep, will be a blissful holiday where they’ll learn, too. What they don’t expect is to find a husband! That’s what happened to one of our guests – just…

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Our Favourite Italian Wine Flavours & Regions

December 9, 2016

There is always a good reason to celebrate with Italian wine and so today we thought what better way to start the weekend rather than an infographic with our favourite Italian wine flavours per region? Have you visited Venice , Tuscany  or Puglia ? We’d love to hear about your favourite Italian wine flavours and regions!

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