December 28th, 2020
Eager to eat more Italian food? Try the variety of dishes available at Giolitti Deli.
Are you looking to find new ways to eat more Italian food? Italian food is popular for good reasons: the fantastic flavors of pasta, pizza, cheese, olive oil, garlic, and more are all Italian cuisine staples. If your regular rotation of Italian food is getting a little tired, you can turn to Giolitti Deli in Annapolis for various items on our menu and in our store that encourage a lifelong love of Italian food. Whether you want Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe, Arancini, baked lasagna, Margherita pizza, or more, you can find your new favorites with us. Read on for a sampling of what you can explore at Giolitti Deli. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 3rd, 2020
December is the time for panettone! Learn some fun facts about this classic Christmas treat.
December is the best time of year to enjoy the Italian Christmas treat panettone. This delicious mix between a loaf of bread and fruit cake is available now at Giolitti Deli for your family to enjoy this holiday season. Panettone is a large, dome-shaped bread with a light and airy texture and rich buttery taste. Traditionally, it is filled with candied fruits and raisins, but you can often find brands selling panettone with chocolate chips for an extra sweet taste. Like all traditional Italian foods, panettone has a fun and interesting history. Read on to learn a little more about your new favorite December treat. Read the rest of this entry »
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November 9th, 2020
Discover how red wine can add bold flavor to your pasta sauce.
Two of the best parts of an Italian meal are red wine and delicious pasta sauce. They go excellently together, too, and you can find both at Giolitti Deli’s store. But what makes this combination so great, and how can you combine the two for maximum taste? Read on to find out. Read the rest of this entry »
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November 2nd, 2020
Learn how to make sure you always get that great al dente texture for your pasta.
Any pasta fan will have come across the phrase “al dente.” But what exactly does that mean, and should every pasta be cooked to al dente perfection? The term al dente comes from an Italian phrase that translates as “to the tooth.” This is related to the hardness of the pasta. When cooked correctly, al dente pasta should still be tender but also firm to the bite. It shouldn’t be mushy and fall apart! So how can you cook al dente pasta, and how can you appreciate good al dente when you’ve got it? Read on to find out. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 26th, 2020
Classic Italian dishes like the Margherita pizza are beloved for good reason.
There are countless Italian dishes for diners to try, but only so much food you can eat at once. Italian food offers delicious pasta, pizza, meats, veggies, desserts, and more food fans can enjoy. Before digging into the nitty-gritty of what Italian cuisine has to offer, we suggest you try one of the absolute classic dishes listed below. You can find many of these items on Giolitti Deli’s lunch and dinner menus or in our grocery store. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 23rd, 2020
Enjoying multiple courses and bread with olive oil are two great Italian culinary traditions.
While you may be aware of many tasty and enjoyable Italian culinary traditions, there are a few traditions that come naturally to Italians but haven’t quite made their way over here to Italian-American tables. If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy Italian traditions at Giolitti Deli or at home, read on for a few Italian culinary traditions that will make dinnertime even more enjoyable. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 16th, 2020
Learn what Italian meats and cheeses you can find at Giolitti Deli and add to your charcuterie trays.
At Giolitti Deli, we love designing an attractive and delicious charcuterie tray. Besides the flavors of Italian meats and cheeses that come with charcuterie, the best part about these treats is that you can arrange them however you like. At Giolitti Deli, we have numerous meats and cheeses for sale that provide you with an array of flavors to select from when creating your ideal tray. As temperatures drop and family gatherings move inside, a charcuterie tray becomes a cozy and budget-friendly way to treat your guests. Wondering where to start? Read on for a sampling of some of the meats and cheeses available at Giolitti Deli. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 30th, 2020
Learn what makes authentic Italian pizza so good.
Authentic Italian pizza is known for its delicious flavors. But what else makes an Italian pizza authentic? The answer lies in the pizza’s five different levels: the base, sauce, cheese, toppings, and the chef! Read on to learn how you can spot authentic Italian pizza. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 21st, 2020
Baked pasta specials, like our vegetable lasagna, can keep you warm during chilly evenings.
During the colder months of the year, it can be a great comfort to enjoy a hot meal during evenings spent inside. At Giolitti Deli, we offer various delicious, hearty, and hot Italian food on our lunch and dinner menus. However, we especially enjoy indulging in our baked pasta specials during a cool autumn night. If you haven’t yet enjoyed one of our specialties, read on to learn what you can select at your next visit to Giolitti Deli. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 16th, 2020
Knowing these Italian cooking terms will help you cook and order Italian food more successfully!
If you are like most people, you love Italian food: both cooking it and eating it. However, there are some terms you may come across in recipes and on menus that aren’t immediately understandable. So, to make sure you can understand your recipes to the fullest—and understand what you’re ordering—we’ve compiled a list of some of the essential Italian cooking terms to know. Read the rest of this entry »
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