Italian food
Grana Padano vs Parmigiano Reggiano: What Buyers Need to Know
A practical guide to Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano, comparing ageing, sensory profile, formats, positioning and applications for international food...
25/09/2026
Italian food
Italian Pasta Shapes Buyer’s Guide: Choosing a Shape Is a Business Decision, Never a Stylistic Choice
A practical guide to Italian pasta shapes, their culinary purpose and commercial potential, with a focus on how international buyers...
11/09/2026
Italian food
The Protein Decade: Inside the Most Profitable Nutrient in Food
High-protein foods are everywhere, but are they worth it? Discover what protein claims really mean, how much protein you need,...
6/08/2026
Italian food
Sourcing Authentic Pecorino Romano DOP: A B2B Guide for International Importers
Pecorino Romano DOP is one of the most internationally recognized Italian cheeses, valued for its authenticity, strong flavor and protected...
20/07/2026
Food industry | Italian food
Stracciatella vs Burrata: Understanding the Difference Between Italy’s Most Loved Fresh Cheeses
Burrata and stracciatella are among the fastest-growing Italian fresh cheeses worldwide, yet many buyers still confuse the two products. In...
29/06/2026
Food industry | Italian food
The End of Compromise: How Premium Ready-to-Eat Is Redefining Modern Nutrition
For years, the food industry operated under an implicit assumption: convenience requires compromise. If you want to save time, you...
16/04/2026
Italian food
Innovation Meets Tradition: Modern Culinary Techniques Enhancing Italian Excellence
In recent years, Italian cuisine has been undergoing a quiet yet meaningful transformation. Without abandoning its identity—rooted in the quality...
16/03/2026
Italian food
B2B Food Market and Foodservice Growth: New Opportunities
Global transformation of B2B food markets The global food market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid expansion...
16/02/2026
Italian food
Italian Bakery on the rise: how the “Italian Sweet Tradition” is Winning over global markets
Italian Bakery on the Rise: How the “Italian Sweet Tradition” Is Winning Over Global Markets
11/12/2025
Drinks and beverages | Italian food
Italian Wine in 2025: trends, typicities and export dynamics
In 2024, Italian wine exports broke a new record: over €8.1 billion in value, marking a +5.5% increase compared to...
3/11/2025
Food industry | Italian food
2025 Oil harvest outlook: an uncertain context, but with opportunities
As we approach the 2025/26 olive oil campaign, analysts forecast a slight decline in production among the leading Mediterranean countries....
3/10/2025
Food industry | Italian food
Italian way of eating in 2025
The year 2025 confirms a clear trend: Italian cuisine is increasingly at the center of international tables and restaurants. From...
2/10/2025
Alifood | Fairs and events | Food industry | Italian food
Tuttofood 2025: A Strategic Launchpad for theFuture of Italian Food Exports
The grand halls of Fiera Milano closed on May 8th, marking the end of Tuttofood 2025’s vibrantfour-day run. Yet the...
13/05/2025
Food industry | Health and nutrition | Italian food
Superfood Made in Italy: Italian ingredients with health benefits
Italy is globally renowned for its rich culinary heritage, but beyond its gourmet appeal, the country is also home to...
9/04/2025
Fairs and events | Italian food
Tuttofood Milan 2025: A new global exhibition format
International food fairs have always been a crucial reference point for the global food industry, providing a platform for networking,...
25/03/2025
Food industry | Italian food
Evolving food regulations: monitoring new regulations in Europe
The European food industry is constantly changing as a result of evolving regulations governing product safety, information and quality. For...
11/03/2025
Italian food
Italian Olive Oil Market on the Rise: A Look at Growth Trends for 2024
The global olive oil industry is a dynamic sector that continues to evolve, and recent data from Mediobanca’s Area Studi...
27/11/2024
Italian food
Delivering the Finest Italian Cheese: Crescenza and Stracchino
Alifood is dedicated to delivering only the finest quality products to customers. This is why we exclusively work with true...
22/08/2024
Italian food
A Tale of Stracciatella and Burrata: Embracing Tradition and Innovation in Italian Cheeses
In the vibrant region of Puglia in southern Italy, two dairy delicacies shine among centuries-old traditions: Burrata and Stracciatella. These...
18/04/2024
Italian food
THE FOUR ESSENTIAL AROMATIC HERBS OF ITALIAN CUISINE
Aromatic herbs play a fundamental role in enhancing the flavors and aromas of dishes across various culinary traditions worldwide. From...
8/03/2024
Food industry | Italian food
HAVE YOU BEEN SERVED REAL ITALIAN FOOD?
Italian Sounding food is a topic that we recently discussed. Fake Italian products have nothing to do with the excellence...
24/01/2024
Health and nutrition | Italian food
HEALTHY NEWS ABOUT ITALIAN CURED MEATS
It is salt that gives the name to salumi, Italian cured meats. The Latin salumen means “salty things” and, if...
17/01/2024
Italian food
PANETTONE WINS THE EXPORT RACE
Just two years ago, more or less in the same weeks of December, we tried to explain the ultimate debate...
22/12/2023
Italian food
ITALIAN SOTTACETI AND SOTTOLI
Italy is renowned for its rich culinary heritage, boasting an array of delicious dishes and ingredients that have captivated food...
5/10/2023
Italian food
UNLEAVENED BREAD, A SHARED TRADITION
Bread, in Italy, is as popular as pasta and pizza. It is the first thing that gets served in restaurants,...
21/08/2023
Italian food
THE BEST ITALIAN DRIED FRUIT
If Fall is the season for harvest, October is its richest month when it comes to fresh fruit. Chestnuts, apples,...
24/10/2022
Italian food
SUN-DRIED TOMATOES: A TASTY, VERSATILE AND FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENT
Although the concept of functional foods originated in Japan back in the 1980s – when government agencies started approving foods...
18/05/2022
Italian food
MOZZARELLA DI BUFALA, THE ULTIMATE FOOD EXPERIENCE
For as much as it used to be a local delicacy, these days Buffalo mozzarella (PDO) – aka Mozzarella di...
15/04/2022
Italian food
STRACCIATELLA, THE TRENDIEST ITALIAN FRESH CHEESE
Stracciatella is becoming more and more popular everywhere as chefs all over the world, who appreciate its taste and versatility,...
9/03/2022
Italian food
GELATO, GRANITA AND SORBETTO: THE MOST POPULAR ITALIAN FROZEN DESSERTS
Probably created to counterbalance the effects of the high summer temperatures, Italian frozen desserts are rather enjoyable in any season...
6/09/2021
Italian food
PIZZA AND PINSA: SO SIMILAR, YET SO DIFFERENT
Pizza is one of the most iconic Italian foods, a symbol of Italian culinary culture. From its original toppings (tomato...
5/08/2021
Italian food
THE MOST FAMOUS ITALIAN DESSERTS: SOME SWEET CURIOSITIES
The famous “dessert stomach” was probably invented in Italy because, never mind the three savory courses that form a standard...
2/08/2021
Italian food
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO: THE MOST FAMOUS PDO ITALIAN CHEESE
The full list of Italian cheese excellences protected by the European Union with the PDO mark (Protected Designation of Origin,...
19/07/2021
Italian food
ITALIAN HAM: AN INSIGHT INTO THE BEST PDO VARIETIES
Italian dry cured ham – locally known as prosciutto crudo – is a high quality product prepared in the most...
5/07/2021
Italian food
MASCARPONE CHEESE, CREAMY AND TASTY
Famous for being an essential ingredient in Tiramisu, mascarpone is an Italian triple cream cheese prepared with unskimmed cows’ milk....
10/05/2021
Italian food
STRACCHINO, A VALID ALTERNATIVE TO MOZZARELLA
Famous for its mild taste, Stracchino is a fresh cheese produced in northern Italy – mainly in Lombardy, Piedmont and...
30/04/2021
Italian food
SO SIMILAR YET SO DIFFERENT: LEARN MORE ABOUT PROSCIUTTO AND BRESAOLA
Whether we are entertaining or just looking for a savory snack, cured meats always make for an easy, healthy option...
27/04/2021
Italian food
RISOTTO: A VERSATILE DISH THAT RIVALS PASTA
The essence of Italian food is simplicity: a few seasonal ingredients and basic cooking techniques can produce all those delicious...
14/01/2021
Italian food
UNDERSTANDING SALUMI: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ITALIAN CURED MEATS
One of the most appreciated starters in Italy is the so-called Antipasto all’Italiana or, more colloquially, Tagliere di Salumi: a...
21/12/2020
Italian food
A FOOD TRIP ACROSS ABRUZZO
Abruzzo is a region located in the South-Central area of Italy between the Adriatic Sea and the central Apennines mountain...
3/03/2020
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE TRIP ACROSS LAZIO
Tuscia, Sabina, Agro Pontino, Ciociaria, Castelli Romani and, of course, Rome: there isn’t an inch of Lazio, Italy’s second-most populated...
3/02/2020
Italian food
HISTORY OF THE CHILI PEPPER, CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS’ GIFT TO EUROPE
As he hunted for pepper and other spices, Christopher Columbus, who had left Palos de la Frontera to “buscar el...
15/01/2020
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE TRIP ACROSS PIEDMONT
Travelling across Italy means, among other things, exploring the traditional food and wine of each place and experiencing the magical...
2/01/2020
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE JOURNEY THROUGH APULIA
Thanks to its mix of Eastern and Western culture, its beaches washed by a turquoise sea, its white villages and...
3/12/2019
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE JOURNEY THROUGH LIGURIA
Liguria is a north-western Italian region overlooking the sea. Its coast, known as Ligurian Riviera, is one of the most...
28/10/2019
Food industry | Italian food
PIZZA, A 15 BILLION-EURO BUSINESS FOR ITALY
With an estimated turnover of 15 billion euros per year, pizza confirms its reputation as a Made in Italy goldmine....
14/10/2019
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE JOURNEY THROUGH TUSCANY
Tuscany is a region in central Italy; Florence is its capital city, birthplace of the Renaissance and UNESCO World Heritage...
3/10/2019
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE TRIP ACROSS LOMBARDY
Lombardy is a north-western region of Italy, n°1 in the country in terms of population, and n°4 in terms of...
2/09/2019
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE JOURNEY THROUGH SICILY
As the crossroads of the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily continues to seduce travellers with its impressive variety of landscapes and cultural...
1/08/2019
Italian food
EXPLORING THE WORLD OF ITALIAN ONIONS
Whether red, white, flat, mild or pungent, onions are one of the staples of the Mediterranean diet. Scientifically known as...
15/07/2019
Italian food
A FOOD AND WINE TRIP ACROSS SARDINIA
It is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily and before Cyprus. Geographically, it is located west...
1/07/2019
Italian food
WHAT IS BOTTARGA?
There are only few ingredients able to give dishes flavour and personality so intensely. Let us introduce you to bottarga,...
15/06/2019
Italian food
ITALIAN GELATO VS ICE CREAM: THE FOUR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THEM
Apart from the fact that gelato comes from Italy, people usually consider gelato and ice cream synonymous terms, but that...
20/07/2017
Italian food | Sustainability
BIODIVERSITY, AN ITALIAN TREASURE
Why does the best basil in the world grow in Prà, in the western part of Genoa? Soil and sunshine...
10/07/2017
Italian food
Italian olive oil: the magic of pressing olives in Italy
The fragrance of brand-new olive oil is unmistakable. Italy has a great olive oil tradition with its regional olive oil...
22/03/2017
Italian food
Some basics of Italian food culture you should to know
Everyone knows that food in Italy is out of this world because it’s well-made, rich in flavor and has a...
28/02/2017
Food industry | Italian food
Dubai wants high quality Italian food
Growth in the tourism industry has resulted in a growing number of new hotels and resorts in the UAE which...
14/02/2017
Italian food
Harvest Time For Italian Tomatoes
Italy is the largest producer of tomatoes within AMITOM, l’Association Méditerranéenne internationale de la Tomate qui regroupe les organisations professionnelles...
10/02/2017
Italian food
Panettone or Pandoro? Two of Italy’s most famous Christmas sweet breads
Christmastime in Italy comes with a traditional dilemma: Panettone or Pandoro? Panettone lovers find Pandoro too simple and buttery, while...
15/12/2016
Italian food
5 amazing Italian cheeses you can’t afford to miss out on
Mozzarella and parmesan? When it comes to Italian cheese, there is so much to tell. Have you ever heard of...
29/11/2016
Italian food
The Origin of Pumpkins: from Venice with love
Pumpkins are a kind of cucurbitaceous, the genus that includes squashes and edible gourds. It has nourished people on every...
24/11/2016
Italian food
A Visual Guide for Italian Mushrooms, an infographic
Mushrooms are kind of baffling: they’re shaped strangely and they grow in dark, humid areas in the woods. They reproduce...
4/11/2016
Italian food
Pecorino cheese: a cheese with a long story
Few cheeses have such ancient origins as Pecorino: it dates back to Ancient Rome when it was a regular food...
22/09/2016
Italian food
The history of Italian food in the USA
Italian food is very popular worldwide, but specially in the USA. At present, there are many organizations that protect the...
7/09/2016
Italian food
Do you know the differences between Crescenza and Stracchino?
Crescenza and Stracchino are two soft and creamy Italian cheeses produced in Norther Italy (in particular in Lombardy, Piedmont and...
26/05/2016
Italian food
Italian Olive Oil: how to recognize the good and the bad one
Italy has a great olive oil tradition with it’s regional olive oil products, centennial olive trees and wonderful landscape of...
15/04/2016
Italian food
Gastronomic differences between North and South Italy
When we say “Italian food” most people think immediately to pasta and pizza, but the real base of Italian cuisine...
4/02/2016
Italian food
Edible mushrooms: types of porcini mushrooms
In the culinary world of edible mushrooms, Piglets or Porcini are the ruling class of mushrooms. Porcini variety can be...
21/01/2016
Italian food
Differences between Zampone and Cotechino
In Italy there’s no New Year dinner without zampone or cotechino with lentils. But, what is the difference between this...
29/12/2015
Drinks and beverages | Italian food
Italian coffee culture: the Espresso technology
Italian espresso coffee is considered a cultural phenomenon which accounts a portion of 80 billion dollar spent annually. Nearly 120...
15/12/2015
Italian food
Italian special bakery: an introduction to Italian pastries and cakes
After pizza, pasta, cheeses and wines, Italy is famous also for its pastries tradition. Italians have an ancient and historical...
3/12/2015
Italian food
Italian truffle: the food of Gods
The truffle is the fruiting body of a subterranean Ascomycete fungus, linked to certain kinds of plants, from which it...
8/09/2015
Italian food
6 Awesome Italian Cheeses Everyone Should Know
Italian cheeses are an important part of an amazing culinary tradition: they have a long and unique culinary history and...
23/06/2015
Health and nutrition | Italian food
Olive oil as medicine: the effect on blood lipids
Health property of olive oil have been recognized since 1970s, with a famous research about the connection between heart diseases...
9/06/2015
Italian food
The true story about Ice-Cream: the difference between Italian Gelato and Ice Cream
How many times have you heard “What’s your favorite ice cream?” And do you know that you can pick between...
7/04/2015
Italian food
The best Italian cheeses pairings in a infographic
Ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, pecorino, gorgonzola…You are probably familiar with these and other great Italian cheeses. But do you know what...
5/03/2015