Food is said to be a unifying\u00a0 factor that not merely invigorates our taste buds, is delectable, and most important brings together people, countries and cultures<\/em>! One such drool worthy cuisine that we all love is Italian cuisine. This blog is a guide on the best food in Italy.<\/span><\/p>\n As a tourist visiting Italy for the first time, looking forward to gorging on your all-time favorite dishes \u2013 pasta and pizza is evident. And to be having this delightful food in the place of its origin adds so much zing and spice!<\/span><\/p>\n Similar to most world cuisines, Italian food too has a deep-rooted connection to the culture and tradition of the region. Made using locally grown, fresh vegetables and ingredients, that enhances the taste and flavors. The best part is that it caters to every palette, hence so popular.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0This blog is not just about food but an ultimate meal experience that touches all the senses and enriches your travel. Visually appealing, exquisitely presented local delicacies in rich, varied colors, emanating distinctive aromas of herbs and spices. Not just appealing to the taste buds, filling our hearts with happiness!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The ocean-front town of Naples, is the place of the\u00a0 origin of pizza. Particularly, the pizza margherita is a specialty here. The joys of having authentic, sizzling hot pizza sitting in a caf\u00e9 overlooking the Mediterranean sea, in\u00a0 Naples is surely out of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n WOODFIRE PIZZA<\/p>\n As far as the history of this Italian dish is concerned, it was first made in honor of Queen Margherita\u00a0 as a `flat bread with toppings of cheese, tomato sauce and basil\u2019. Later the same classic dish\u00a0 diversified with so many types of toppings and crust…. a dish that is so delicious and popular across the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It was an unplanned trip to Naples that we undertook from Rome , nevertheless were glad that we did it. Enjoying the\u00a0 two-and-a-half-hour car ride, with views of the dormant volcano Mt. Vesuvius was absolutely captivating. Fortunate of getting a chance to gorge on the best pizza, in the place where it was first made. What more could anyone seek?!<\/span><\/p>\n So lets learn more about<\/p>\n The sea facing boulevard of Naples is famous for its line up of pizza joints. Isn’t it an incredible feeling of having this Italian dish, straight out of the wood fire oven, gazing at the views of the ocean as the setting sun disappeared over the horizon? One piece of advice for tourists, please check the timings of these restaurants, as most close in the afternoons and reopen again in the evening.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A trip to this Mediterranean getaway is incomplete without visiting the nearby ruins of Pompeii. A remarkable archaeological site. It\u2019s the town that got buried under volcanic ash from the then active volcano Mt. Vesuvius thousands of years ago.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s the overall dining experience that people are looking for \u2013 one that satisfies your palate,\u00a0 elevates your mood and soothes your soul. The culture of having an outside seating arrangement in restaurants is quite popular in Europe. You will find multitudes of outlets, where you can relish a hearty meal, whilst enjoying a fine view.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We had our fair share of sightseeing around the historical wonders of the Italian capital since morning and were famished. One of the caf\u00e9’s that we came across and chose to have lunch at, in the capital of Italy, was a famous caf\u00e9 in Piazza Navona. Sitting outdoors under a pretty canopy, and a well laid out table, of this decades old caf\u00e9, taking in the panoramic views of fountains and surrounding gothic structures. You\u2019ll surely get the real taste of Italy here\u00a0 – creamy spaghetti with loads of cheese, accompanied with bruschetta (a kind of garlic bread topped with tomatoes and vegetables), adding that zing! This was the best comfort food for the soul.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Bruschetta is similar to cheese garlic bread with loads of different vegetables (jalapenos, mushrooms, bell peppers, avocado) or meat on top. It is a favorite starter and available anywhere in the world you go. Focaccia is another kind of Italian flat bread, with a layer of olive oil and different types of herbs sprinkled on top. This is a specialty of Italy and mostly available in the shoe-shaped country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A baked, cheesy dish which is a complete meal in itself. Relish this delicacy in a cute restaurant in one of the alleys in Venice, below a bridge!! There is nothing more fulfilling than having a delicious meal in a great ambience, unwinding, beside the flowing, waterways.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An incredible assortment of fresh fish to choose from. Being a fish lover, the whole fish platter that I had here was the best ever. The fish is first marinated in different spices, herbs and olive oil and then grilled. Garnished with lemon, onions, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and laid out on a colorful platter. This was the most magical\u00a0 presentation of an absolutely juicy, succulent and flavorful dish!!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u00a0Pizza <\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nMUST TRY IN NAPLES<\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n
“Top 10 Italian dishes”<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSpaghetti\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n
Bruschetta and Focaccia\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Venice is also known for its sea food<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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