Italian Cuisine

Cannolis are only famous in Sicily, while spaghetti bolognese is not available worldwide. You will also never see pepperoni. Instead of fettucini alfredo, you'll find authentic Italian mainstays like bruschetta al pomodoro, exquisite prosciutto layered on a pizza, and spaghetti alla carbonara. What about the other options?

There are hundreds of small towns in Italy that you may not be familiar with, such as Orvieto in Umbria, Portovenere in Liguria, and Ischia or Procida in Campania. One of the finest ways to visit Italy is to venture beyond the classic spots; Presumably, Italy isn't one of those places where you can plan a month-long trip and see and experience everything it has to offer.

Antipasti (salads, bruschetta, cured meats, and so on) are usually served first, followed by a first course (primi piatti) of pasta, gnocci, or risotto. The protein comes after the starch! The secondi piatti is the main meal of meat or fish and is usually served next.

Last but not least, the meal's dolce (sweet) component: dessert! Another of my tried-and-true recommendations for visiting Italy is to order an authentic tiramisu or gelati and conclude with a refreshing shot of homemade limoncello.