Tiramisu Flashcards
1
Q
What country does Tiramisu come from?
A
Italy, specifically Venice
2
Q
What does Tiramisu mean in Italian?
A
“Pick me up” or “Cheer me up”
3
Q
What are the components of Tiramisu?
A
~ Ladyfingers ~ Coffee ~ Mascarpone Cheese ~ Cocoa Powder ~ Liquor (Marsala, Kahula, and Ammaretto)
4
Q
What is Marsala?
A
A fortified wine, dry and sweet, from Marsala city near Sicily.
5
Q
What year does Tiramisu date back to?
A
1960
6
Q
Who is credited with the creation of Tiramisu?
A
Roberto Linguanotto, owner of the restaurant called “le Beccherie.
