“Everything you see I owe to spaghetti.”
-Sophia Loren
Sundays in Italy are for cooking, long lunches with family and friends, lazy afternoons enjoying good company, limoncello and of course, coffee. Italians are proud of their cuisine and cooking traditions and there is nothing more gratifying than cooking for the people you love. There’s an Italian proverb that says “Chi mangia da solo si strozza” meaning- Those who eat alone, choke. This is a testament to the social element of eating and the importance of sharing a meal in the Italian culture. Most people will take pride in teaching you their favourite recipes and traditions that have likely been shared around dining tables for generations. Whether it’s at a cooking class, or an impromptu lesson at a dinner party or B&B, these are the best ways to get an insight into Italian cooking. Don’t expect a formal recipe as most is done “all’occhcio” or by the eye. Having access to a kitchen whilst on holiday gives you the opportunity to visit farmers markets and taste the local produce.
