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In a departure from trends since 2020, wine consumption in the United States is dwindling, while the popularity of wine cocktails is surging. In the world’s largest wine market, the industry is capitalizing on its adaptability to weather a consumption downturn (-7.3% in the initial half of 2023) and regain prominence, driven notably by the escalati...

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We don’t need to tell you that Italian cuisine is so much more than just pizza and pasta. Each region in Italy, from Lombardy in the north to Sicily in the south, offers its own unique culinary treasures that are steeped in centuries-old traditions, offering a true treat to the palates of food lovers worldwide. With this in mind, here’s our roundup...

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As far as iconic Italian cocktails go, few others are better known than the Negroni. A popular aperitivo across the peninsula, the Negroni has also made its mark around the world. There is even a dedicated international Negroni Week (happening in 2023 from the 18th to the 24th of September), which started in 2013 as a small-scale celebration of the...

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Enough has been written about Italian wine to fill one of Rome’s 28 libraries. This comes as no surprise since vino Italiano continues to generate volumes of narrative, conversation, internet posts, and loyal consumers the world over. Though Italian wine is thriving with growing awareness and consumption, the country also produces another alcoholic...

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A question Gianna Johns thought more people would ask her is, What the hell is “Italian Tajín?” At Baby Gee, her bar in Long Beach, California, the housemade powder rims the nonalcoholic Dew Dropper—made with kumquat-infused verjus, tonic and Ritual tequila alternative—as well as the Kooks Only, a Margarita variation.  Baby Gee’s staff is prepared...

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Italian Multinational Company Illva Saronno Holding S.p.A. has purchased a majority stake of the Baltimore, Maryland-based rye whiskey distillery Sagamore Spirit, the companies announced Thursday. Sagamore Spirit is a well-regarded rye whiskey brand, having won awards including a Double Gold Medal at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition...

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While many of us are used to enjoying the same cuppa day after day, there is something to be said for taking a new approach and enjoying coffee after dinner. And if you are into strong, dark coffee, like a good French or Italian roast, or even a spoon-standing espresso, listen up. There is an Italian after-dinner drink, the digestif, you should kno...

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“The world is obsessed with Italian cocktails, but they might not even realise it,” says Los Angeles-based food and travel writer and Fine Dining Lovers contributor Paul Feinstein. “Italy is the cocktail world's ingredient engine. You don't have vermouth without Italy and without vermouth you don't have martinis, Manhattans, Negronis, hanky pankys,...

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From fashion to food, some Italian brands are simply iconic. Think of Borsalino and Superga, Sant’Eustachio and Verrigni. When it comes to desserts, though, one in particular stands out above the throng: Fabbri, Italy’s king of syrups, jams, and all-things pasticceria. If you’ve ever been to Italy, chances are you’ve stumbled upon its blue and whit...

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If you’ve been paying close attention, you might have noticed that Italian cocktails are having a serious moment. The recent revival likely started with the classic Negroni penetrating the national consciousness with its hundredth anniversary in 2019. Today, the trend has switched to espresso martinis, as drinkers are looking for that late-night pi...

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