Chapter 8 Flashcards
(20 cards)
Where is Italy located?
Southern side of the Alps (Northern Italy) down to the Mediterranean Sea
Where was Columbus from?
Genoa on the Northern Italian coast
What was the name of the earliest group that settled in Italy and when were they there?
Etruscans; shortly after 1000 BCE
Who were the empire builders in Italy?
The Romans
What land defines northern Italy?
Rome to the south; Alps to the north
What does the diet consist of in northern Italy?
Generous servings of meat - sheep and cow
Rich sauces
What is risotto and from where does it originate?
Made from northern Italian short-grain rice - arborio
What is polenta and from where does it originate?
Cornmeal mush
Goes back to the Romans
Northern Italy
What is gnocchi and from where does it originate?
Potato pasta
Northern Italy
What agriculture is popular to Central Italy?
Olives
Pasta
Olive oil
Beans
What is the main difference between cuisine in Northern Italy to Central Italy?
Northern Italy has rich sauces
Central Italy has lighter sauces
What are some staples in Southern Italian cuisine?
Pork Pasta Pizza Bread Tomatoes Eggplant
What is pesto?
Flavorful, thick Italian sauce made by pulverizing fresh basil and adding such ingredients as pinon nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil
What is gelato?
Italian icecream
What is caffe latte?
Italian coffee with a generous amount of milk added
What does “antipasto” mean?
“Before the pasta”
What is pennetone?
Italian coarse, sweet yeast bread containing raisins and candied fruits; often served at Christmas
Describe a typical Italian meal pattern:
Breakfast: Continental of caffe latte and bread
Lunch and dinner: Start with antipasto followed by some type of pasta or soup
Main course: Likely to feature veal, braised vegetables, risotto, polenta
Finally: Fruit and cheese or some sweet
What is osso bucco?
Braised veal shank simmered in wine with several seasonings and vegetables
What region of Italy is Chianti a product of?
Central Italy
