Toscana Mia Italian Cooking

02/06/2026

Happy Birthday to the Italian Republic !

On June 2, 1946, Italian women and men voted for the Republic, and it was the first time women voted in our country

In Italy, today is a special day for us because we’re celebrating 80 years of the Republic and 80 years of women’s suffrage.

30/04/2026

Italian Cooking Memories

15/04/2026

La Pasta Mista or Mixed Pasta

Mixed pasta, a classic of Campania cuisine, is a mix of various short and long broken pasta shapes, born from the creative repurposing of leftovers. It’s perfect for soups, broths, and hearty dishes, including classic pasta and potatoes with provola cheese or pasta and beans, which create a creamy consistency thanks to the different cooking times.



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07/03/2026

Tuscan traditional Cookies:Quaresimali

During Lent, in grocery stores, bakeries, pastry shops, and even supermarkets in Florence and Prato, you can always find a package of chocolate letter-shaped . What are they? Quaresimali.

A dough with a consistency similar to meringue, without fat or yeast, which is still arranged in special shapes.

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10/12/2025

Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity between sustainability and biocultural diversity

Sincerely, I was writing a few lines to describe this special moment for all of us who love Italian cooking but other words are not necessary as the text written on the Unesco page describes the reasons for this recognition directly and precisely. The description of Italian cuisine truly corresponds to the typical feelings of those who love and live it.

So I decided to propose it to you.

Read it in our blog toscanamia.blog

Link in our blog https://toscanamia.blog/2025/12/10/italian-cooking-intangible-cultural-heritage-of-humanity/

16/09/2025

Pollo al Limone Does it bring you memories ?

26/07/2025

Panna Cotta is a Perfect Italian dessert
easy to prepare
many different toppings
You can prepare a day in advance for your next party



Recipe in the blog ToscanaMia.blog

20/07/2025

Fettuccine Alfredo are one of the most famous pasta dishes outside of Italy and have been a true symbol of Italian cuisine for years.
Yet, they are practically unknown in our country.

Would you like to know History of Fettuccine Alfredo?

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13/07/2025

Pizza dough often shrinks in the pan due to various factors, primarily related to gluten. Some tips Key solutions here.

Pizza dough often shrinks in the pan due to various factors, primarily related to gluten. Key solutions include ensuring proper temperature (21-22°C), allowing adequate resting time, selecting the …

16/06/2025

Pasta cacio e pepe, a classic Italian dish, originates from Rome's culinary tradition, reflecting its roots among farmers and shepherds. With only three ingredients—pasta, aged pecorino cheese, and black pepper—achieving its signature creamy consistency requires skill in emulsification. Proper technique ensures a delicious and memorable dining experience.

Pasta cacio e pepe, a classic Italian dish, originates from Rome’s culinary tradition, reflecting its roots among farmers and shepherds. With only three ingredients—pasta, aged pecorino chees…