According to food lovers and critics worldwide, the popularity of Italian food most likely stems from the fact that all cultures will find it tasty. There is also the idea that ingredient quality and freshness are major contributing factors. This is why it is so important to continue showing customers the highest of quality standards anytime Italian food is presented at restaurants around the world. Jakarta is no exception and has a fine selection of Italian restaurants that clients can choose from.

The paradox behind the tantalizing flavors of Italian food lays the fact that most dishes are quite sparse in their ingredient list. However, there is nevertheless a wide range of spices that can spruce up even the simplest dishes, whether they are pasta, pizza, or specialty fish dishes that Italy has become so famous for.

The Regions of Italy

The cuisine of Italy also has a wealth of antipasti (appetizers) and desserts. Many regions also have their own specialty dishes, which is why you’ll find so many different ways to make the same pasta all over Italy. If you're seeking something truly special, try a number of other regional dishes, which are native to Italy the next time you visit your chosen Italian restaurant in Jakarta. Popular restaurants with a wide range of regional specialties include Torino, Mamma Rosy and Rosso.

For example, Rome came up with thin crust pizza even though Naples actually introduced the world to mozzarella and the very idea of pizza itself. Sardinia is hot for feta cheese; Gelato is a delightful semi-frozen dessert also credited from coming out of this region. Naples is also famed for sfogliattele, a well-known dessert.

The regions of northern Italy, such as Piedmont and Lombardy created some very special dishes such as risotto, a dish made of rice. The locals from this area also came up with lasagne, tortellini, mortadella, Parmesan cheese, meat sauce and balsamic vinegar! Going further along East, the Veneto area is famous for its seafood dishes that are often served alongside beans and other special condiments.

Appetizers Are A Must In Italian Cuisine

Meals usually begin with appetizers that could include Vermouth and campari, cinzano, Suze, Byrrh. All of these are served hot or cold determined by the course that is to follow. The 2nd course may then go on to contain meats, fish and seafood. Be sure to also get a side serving of “insalata", which have delicious local vegetables drizzled in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Balsamic vinegar is another fine treat invented by Italians made of unfermented grape juice called “must."