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Extra virgin olive oil means the result of olive processing, more precisely the result of pressing olives exclusively by mechanical means. There is also an acronym for this product, in fact, EVO oil means precisely this specific category of olive oil.

In this guide we discuss cheese during pregnancy: can you eat it? Which ones should be avoided? Why is it said that cheese in pregnancy is bad for you? You will find the answers to all these questions as you continue reading the article.

As the festive season approaches, we all see Christmas hampers around to give to friends and relatives; we have all given or received at least one, but if we hear about Christmas hampers, do we know what they mean? How do you compose quality Christmas hampers and how do you choose the products? We answer all these questions in this article, prepared in anticipation of your Christmas presents.

Low-fat cheeses are defined as all those products that have less than 200 calories per 100 g; products that exceed 300 calories are not counted among low-fat cheeses. Cheeses with less fat are usually fresh and unripened; in contrast, very ripened or medium ripened cheeses tend to be higher in calories.

Gragnano pasta is one of Campania's most traditional products and has a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI); in fact, this pasta can only be produced in Gragnano, in the Province of Naples, as it achieves its optimal result with water from the local aquifers.

Italian sparkling wines are a type of wine most appreciated by consumers thanks to their uniqueness, vivacity and tradition. In this article, we will find out how they are produced, which grapes are mostly used for production, what the difference is between prosecco and spumante, and which are the best Italian sparkling wines.