Merry Christmas to all of you who love good food and good wine. May you spend this holiday season surrounded by the affection of loved ones, with a table full of authentic flavors and unforgettable moments.
Christmas is just around the corner, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to celebrate the magic of conviviality and good food. At a time of year when traditions are intertwined with emotions, the kitchen becomes the beating heart of our homes, welcoming scents and flavors. Recipes that awaken precious memories. Each Italian region brings unique dishes that tell stories of family and territory.
The traditional dishes
From Emilia-Romagna’s tortellini in broth to Piedmont’s bollito misto, from the Roman baccalà to the fried capitone of the South, via Lombardy’s panettone and Veneto’s pandoro, Christmas tables are a triumph of tradition and creativity. There is something for everyone: just don’t forget that the dinner on the 24th is traditionally lean, while for lunch on the 25th green light is given to rich and succulent meat dishes. Without making vegetarians or vegans feel excluded. And let’s not forget our beloved wines, we are spoiled for choice among all our splendid production, and those who wish can let themselves be advised by the wines we have selected in our Essential Guide to the Wines of Italy 2025.
The value of condivision
Besides food, the true spirit of Christmas lies in sharing. Sharing a meal prepared with love, exchanging anecdotes and laughter, toasting to a year of hopes and dreams: these are the moments that make Christmas special. This year, we invite you to rediscover the pleasure of slowness, of cooking with care and enjoying every bite with gratitude. Because food is not only nourishment, but a bridge between people and a vehicle for emotions. The editor Daniele Cernilli and all of us in the editorial staff wish you happy holidays and a merry Christmas, among delicacies, wines and gifts;. Between moments of merriment and moments of reflection.
Most of all, we wish you to spend these days in peace and with those you love.
