From the Northern "Polenta," to the Southern "Arancini," the typical dishes of Italy are steeped in the particular makeup of their regions' history, geography, culture, and social customs.

Delve into the mythical, sensual origin of the tortellini, a Queen's historical visit that gave us the Margherita Pizza, and the way typical cultivations (such as the Turnip vegetable) paired with pasta to create delicious dishes that the entire world tries to imitate.