What’s the defining trait of Italian cuisine?
Italian cuisine reaches into the soul and the spirit of each dish. When we take a regional dish that’s been there for thousands of years and shorten the cooking times or use less fat, the only requirement is that original flavor needs to be recognizable. As long as that one element is there, the creativity is endless. There’s never been—and never will be—an end to the variations of Italian cuisine. Does this explain its endless popularity? Whether it’s a perfect execution of pasta with tomato sauce or crudo or a sea bass baked with olive oil, these are dishes that have existed in the Italian diet for centuries. There are so many combination of proteins, starches and vegetables, there’s bound to be one that appeals to everyone. What’s not appealing? There’s no big mistake, as long as you carefully choose ingredients. Italian cuisine is about creativity and simplicity, using just two ingredients and making something simple and delicious. And now, in the Fiamma kitchen, you’re conducting
