They say you mustn't play with your food. Especially not when it comes to a true Italian delicacy such as pesto. This famous sauce made from ground basil leaves, garlic, salt, Pecorino or Parmesan cheese and pine nuts with olive oil is not to be messed with. Except if you can help it taste nice for longer. We've all been there. You really fancy…

Italy would not be the same without chestnuts in the autumn. They are used in many different ways in the daily menu, with chestnut flour being used for pasta, gnocchi or pastries, for example. During the harvesting period, the Italians organise chestnut markets all around the country, and chestnut roasting stands can be found on every city street…

Are you looking for a new way to fill a long spring evening? If you're fed up with sitting at terraced cafes for the time being, and too lazy for the gym, why not transform your evening into a true Italian one? Celebrate La dolce vita, the good life. Italians not only love to come together to eat with a large group of friends, but especially to…