FAQ About Feeling Like a Local in Italy

There are numerous authentic Italian dishes that you should try while visiting Italy. Here are some popular ones:

• Pizza Margherita: A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Pasta Carbonara: A Roman dish made with spaghetti, eggs, pancetta or guanciale (cured pork cheek), Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper.
• Risotto alla Milanese: A creamy risotto dish from Milan flavored with saffron, butter, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
• Osso Buco: A specialty from Milan consisting of braised veal shanks served with a rich sauce and gremolata (a mixture of lemon zest, garlic, and parsley).
• Bruschetta: Grilled bread rubbed with garlic, topped with diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and drizzled with olive oil.
• Lasagna: Layers of pasta sheets, Bolognese sauce (meat ragù), béchamel sauce, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, baked to perfection.
• Arancini: Deep-fried rice balls typically filled with ragù (meat sauce), mozzarella cheese, and peas.
• Caprese Salad: A simple salad made with fresh mozzarella cheese, ripe tomatoes, basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Tiramisu: A popular Italian dessert consisting of layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee and layered with a creamy mixture of eggs, sugar, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa.
• Gelato: Italian-style ice cream available in a variety of flavors made with natural ingredients and less air than traditional ice cream.