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Panettone and Pandoro dominate the Italian Christmas table. Torrone always plays a supporting role. But in actual fact the confection boasts ancient origins and offers an extraordinary array of variations: crumbly, soft, nut- and seed-studded with hazelnuts, almonds, pistachio, sesame...

Panettone and Pandoro are the Italian Christmas classics. Here is the history of these two cakes.

With a peculiar shape and delicious filling, here is the history of the traditional holiday treat from the very north-eastern corner of Italy.

The Chef of the Year is Antonio Mermolia, in Washington DC; the Restaurant of the Year is LA Puglia, in California; the Pizzeria of the Year is located on the shores of Lake Zurich; Napulè, is the best wine list...

According to some torrone was born in ancient Rome, others say it came from China through the Arabs: in any case, today it is one of the most popular Italian Christmas dessert.

Time to put up decorations, but above all to inaugurate the season of family meals. Here's how and why we celebrate December 8th in Italy.

Perfect as a Christmas gift, chocolate pralines are one of the best treats of all time: here are the traditional ones from Italy.

Pasta is always a good idea. Here are three simple and delicious recipes to impress any Italian food lover.

If you have never tried to make Sicilian cassata before, now it's time to do it. Here's the recipe!

Delectably vintage, marrons glacés were a hit at aristocratic banquets in the 18th century. But who invented them? Who makes them today? Here are some interesting facts about the product.