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Gricia vs Carbonara: The Roman Cousins That Started a Delicious Debate
Mar 18, 2026
Two of Rome’s most beloved pasta dishes—Pasta alla Gricia and Pasta alla Carbonara—share the same roots but differ by one crucial ingredient. While Gricia relies on guanciale, pecorino, and black pepper for its bold simplicity, Carbonara transforms that base with the addition of eggs, creating the creamy sauce that made it famous.
Visit the first The National Museum of Pasta!
Jun 28, 2022
In the heart of Rome, near the Trevi Fountain, you will find a gallery unique in the world.
The best Italian pasta: five tips to recognize its quality
Apr 20, 2022
Pasta may seem all the same. But there are a few things to check to help you to find the best quality.
Eating healthy over the holidays, the Italian way
Dec 06, 2021
It can be really challenging, but that doesn't mean it's impossible! We can definitely eat healthy during this season. Especially if you choose the Italian way!