Food Facts and Trends
PGI Gragnano: Italian pasta at its best!
PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) Gragnano pasta is a type of pasta that originates from the town of Gragnano in the Campania region of Italy.
What makes Italian olive oil so good?
Italian olive oil is highly regarded and sought after for several reasons, contributing to its reputation for quality and flavour. Here are some factors that make Italian olive oil good.
Gluten-free products in Italy
Gluten-free products in Italy are widely available and have gained significant popularity in recent years. Italy has made considerable efforts to accommodate individuals with gluten-related conditions or those who follow gluten-free diets.
Gluten-free products: a business opportunity for buyers
Gluten-free products offer professional buyers an unmissable opportunity to boost sales and above all industrial margins. Why so? Because the European gluten-free foods and beverages market is…
Why has the price of pasta gone up so much?
Will it keep increasing in the future?
These questions we are frequently asked by our business partners or simply by friends, who shop in supermarkets every day. The first answer is quite simple.
Pasta World Consumption
An international study shows that 1 in 4 people increased their pasta consumption during 2020. This figure is in line with the twenty-year growth trend: in 2019 almost 16 million tons of pasta were produced in the world…
Italian Coffee Trends – Does Single-Serve have a future?
Coffee pods and casuples have been increasing in popularity over the past few years, but environmental concerns have raised doubts over their future.
Which region in Italy has the best food?
Although the term ‘Italian food’ is used the world over, it’s slightly misleading. Rather than having one distinct cuisine, Italy is home to a myriad of regional gastronomic traditions…
Italian Olive Oil Harvest 2020 – The Stats
Harsh weather conditions and climate change have cauded olive yields to decrease in 2020, but the quality remains high. Read our article to find out more.
How sustainable is Italian food?
Sustainability is increasingly important for consumers, but how does Italian food stack up in terms of green credentials?
Italy’s strangest foods
Forget pasta, pizza, and gelato – how about spicy whitebait spread and spherical cheese larger than footballs? Read about Italy’s strangest foods.
How does recession affect food buying habits?
People have less money during times of recession, but does this mean they spend less on food? How do their food habits change? Read our article to find out.
Fake Foods: Italy’s most counterfeited products
The ‘Made in Italy’ brand sells, and has attracted the attention of counterfeiters the world over. Learn which Italian foods are most commonly faked.
Summer in Italy: What the holiday slowdown means for food buyers
As one of Italy’s largest sectors, tourism has been hit hard by the coronavirus panemic. Learn what the conseuqences are for the Italian Food Industry.
Empty Fields – Italy’s response to agricultural labour shortage
With labout shortages across the continent, Italian-grown produce is at risk of going to waste. Learn what measures are being taken to avoid it.
Coronavirus: How have food shopping habits changed across Europe?
Coronavirus has forced us to change all of our daily routines, including how we shop for food. Read the latest statistics on just how these have altered.
How to buy olive oil like an Italian
There are a few different types of olive oil, but which is the best for you? The Italian Food Experts give you the rundown on the differences between them.
Which countries import the most Italian food?
Italian food is enjoyed all over the world, but which countries buy the most? Read our article to find out.
What makes pasta ‘Italian’?
Lidl was fined €1 million euros for misleading consumers on the origin of its pasta. Learn what makes pasta ‘Italian’, and how to tell from the label.
Italian food exports boom over Christmas
Italian food exports performed remarkable over 2019’s festive period. Learn which products sold the best, and which to stock for next year.
Food Labelling – A Red Light For Parmigiano?
How will Italian food products be affected by potential EU rules on food labelling? Let’s take a look.
Italian Christmas Foods – What To Look Out For
Italian food is becoming popular around the world during the festive period. Read our brief guide on the most common Italian Christmas foods, and how to assess their quality.
Italy’s five most popular pasta shapes and how to eat them
Italy has hundreds of different pasta shapes, but which are its most popular? Find out Italy’s five most popular pasta shapes and how to eat them here.
Trump and Parmigiano Reggiano
With the US’s tariffs on EU products soon to come into effect, we examine the potential impact on one of Italy’s most cherished cheeses.
Baked Beans and Brexit
Learn how a no-deal Brexit scenario could impact the price of Britain’s beloved baked bean.
Perfect Prosciutto: How to tell your prosciuttos apart
A few tips on how to tell apart Italy’s two most well-known prosciuttos: Prosciutto di Parma and Prosciutto di San Daniele
Italian Olive Oil: Is it worth its price?
With the price of Italian Olive Oil set to increase again this year, we ask ourselves is it worth the high cost?
How to buy dry pasta like an Italian
Three useful tips on how to buy dry pasta like an Italian