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Authentic flavors of simple cuisine that respects the territory<\/h2>\n

The great food and wine tradition of Orvieto and the traditional Orvieto cuisine, a thousand-year-old tradition still perceivable in the recipes and typical dishes of Orvieto, which have always been accompanied by appreciated and famous locally produced wines.<\/p>\n

Orvieto cuisine is typical of the regions of central Italy and, although rich in its own traditions, is influenced by regional Umbrian, Lazio and Tuscan influences. A simple and tasty cuisine that will conquer every palate.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]The Italian tradition of enjoying food and wine is significant to natives and thrives in Orvieto. Old traditions are still prevalent in modern Orvietan recipes (which are always enhanced popular local wines).
\nThe meat has always been of considerable importance in the Orvieto kitchen. Pork is one of the most popular meats, and used it many recipes: prosciutto, sausages, mazzafegati for example.
\nPoultry, rabbit and game animals are also widely used.\u00a0Pigeon and dove<\/b>\u00a0are among the most classic dishes that can be tasted in Orvieto. The \u201cpalomba alla leccarda\u201d and the \u201cpollo alla cacciatore\u201d are two of the oldest and most typical dishes of the city.<\/p>\n

Wild boar is a unique game animal that is very popular in Orvieto. It is prepared in a variety of ways from sausages, stews and sauces to simply being grilled.
\nPasta is, of course, a staple in the Orvieto diet (umbrichelli in particular).\u00a0Umbrichelli\u00a0<\/b>is a typical pasta made solely from water and flour that was invented in the Orvieto area.<\/p>\n

Umbrichelli, like many other dishes, were invented in difficult times of war when there was a shortage of food and money. A few of the most typical pasta dishes of Orvieto are: \u201cumbrichelli all\u2019arrabbiata\u201d or \u201cumbricelli al tartufo\u201d and \u201ctagliatelle al rag\u00f9.\u201d Some other traditional dishes of Orvieto are \u201cspaghetti con il tonno\u201d (tuna), \u201ctagliolini con brodo di tinca\u201d (tench fish), and \u201czuppe di ceci e castagne\u201d (chickpea and chestnut soup).<\/p>\n

If you are in the mood for a snack, try \u201cTortucce\u201d, \u201cLumachella<\/b>\u201d or biscotti salati all\u2019anice (anise cookies). You also can\u2019t go wrong with any of the confectionery traditions common in Orvieto e.g. \u201ctozzetti alle mandorle\u201d, \u201cciambelle al vino\u201d and \u201cpizze di Pasqua\u201d (a bread which can come sweet or salty).
\nOrvieto is also known for its rich and flavorful olive oil. The hilly countryside around Orvieto offer fertile grounds for the cultivation of olive trees. There are many stores and restaurants around town that sell and cook with local olive oils.<\/p>\n

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Antipasti\u00a0(Appetizers)<\/strong><\/p>\n