There's no doubt that Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the world. But it’s especially popular in the west where most restaurants have at least one Italian dish – such as pizza or pasta – on the menu. There's a reason why food lovers can't get enough of Italian food. There's just so much variety and every dish tastes amazing. Lucky for us, we can satisfy our cravings for Italian food at Favorita.
Italian dishes are cooked in a variety of styles and are commonly prepared with a range of vegetables, olive oils, cheeses and wines. But when it comes to vegetables, tomatoes are one of the most important elements of Italian cuisine. Tomatoes are found in almost every kind of dish from pastas to pizzas to salads.
Italian food has a rich history and dates back thousands of years to the Roman Empire. Fast-forward to today and there are not only all sorts of variations of the cuisine in Italy’s different regions, but Italian food has become a staple in many countries around the world.
Pizza is obviously the most famous Italian dish. These savory pies are topped with all sorts of ingredients: pepper, zucchini, aubergine and any kind of meat or cheese.
Of course, what meal is complete without dessert? Sweet pies are an ultra-popular dessert and one of the most quintessential home cooked foods. These are filled with all sorts of fruits with apple and blackberry being two of the most popular.
In Italy, it’s also common to end a meal with a cup of espresso.
Here are a few reasons why Italian food is so popular:
Quality
Italian food is famous for using quality ingredients. Everything – from olive oils to wines to cheeses – is made with the freshest ingredients and preapred according to the highest of standards.
Simplicity
It is easy and simple to cook Italian dishes. Most of the ingredients are common and it doesn’t take much effort to find them in the market. For example, you can make Italian food using nothing more than tomatoes, bread, olive oil and cheese.
Healthy
Most people are aware of the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet, but few know that this cuisine is associated with Italy. Eating ingredients commonly found in Italian food can help prevent heart-related diseases.
Delicious
What makes Italian dishes so delicious is that the ingredients are unique and high quality. For example, it’s simple to make a tasty salad by combining fresh veggies and drizzling balsamic vinegar and olive oil on top. That’s all you need and it takes no time at all.
Affordable
One thing that’s nice about cooking your own Italian food is that the ingredients are simple and affordable. You don’t have to buy sauce from the market; you can make variety of them at home by combining a few simple ingredients.
Variety
Italian cuisine offers a large variety for you to choose from. The most popular Italian dishes include cold meats and cheeses, sandwiches, pasta, bruschetta, risotto, ravioli and so much more. There really is something for everyone.
If you have a craving for some home cooked Italian food, head over to either one of Favorita’s locations for an authentic taste of Italy.
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