Traditions and History

• Viennoiserie, the emblem of European culinary refinement, refers to pastries made from rolled dough and enriched with butter. The name viennoiserie comes from French ("viennois" means "Viennese" in French) and would translate as "things from Vienna", referring to a...

• Throughout history, European royal kitchens have played a key role in defining gastronomic culture and consolidating the power of monarchs. • From medieval feasts to the sophistication of modern gastronomy, these spaces of culinary creation have not only been...

• Pizza remains one of the most beloved culinary dishes worldwide, over 1.000 years after its appearance. National Pizza Day is celebrated on February 9, a holiday initiated by Americans...

• For those who have yet to experience its sweet bliss, pavlova, or "pav" as some call it, is a meringue-based dessert, quite similar to a cake, but with a crispy crust and soft interior. •...

• Although the universe of Italian bread is apparently not as vast as that of pasta, local bakery products have established themselves globally thanks to their undeniable flavor and unique characteristics depending on the area. If you have traveled to...

• Halloween is a unique holiday full of magic, mystery and fascinating traditions, which enjoys popularity all over the world. • With origins in ancient Celtic celebrations, Halloween is celebrated every year on October 31st, evolving...

• Pellegrino Artusi is an emblematic figure in Italian culture, a character who, although he was not a professional chef, managed to transform Italian cuisine and elevate it to the status of a national symbol. Through his book...

• The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a major turning point in world history, marking the end of the Old Regime and the opening of a new democratic and republican era. In its complex and multifaceted context, a surprising but crucial element…

• The "Houses of Bread" network, as part of the International Council for Cultural Centers (I3C), demonstrates that bread remains the essential food in the traditions and ceremonies of many cultures around the world. The International Council for Cultural Centers (I3C), was...

• Pa de Sant Jordi (Bread of Saint George), representing the colors of the Catalonia region's flag, is prepared for the festival organized every year on April 23. Saint George, one of the most beloved and popular saints in the calendar...

• The Easter holiday, more than a religious holiday, is an occasion for reflection, joy and reunion with the family. But it is also a perfect occasion to enjoy traditional desserts, specially created for this time of year. Every...

• In the Middle Ages, bread was the common food of all social classes - kings, knights, monks, peasants - being present at all meals. In medieval society, bread was consumed daily by the majority of the population, and the bread production process...

• The presence of this bread on the Christmas table of the Greeks is rich in meanings: it symbolizes the hope of prosperity, a year with abundant harvest and health for the family. The tradition of baking bread for a festive occasion, as well as its many...

• An expression contained in the Satires of the Roman poet Juvenal, "Panem et Circenses" becomes a symbol of imperial Rome, summarizing very clearly the aspirations of the plebeians. There is no doubt about the value of bread in ancient Roman culture, being consumed daily by...