Chef Tips

Spaghetti or penne pasta, fresh egg pasta or dry pasta? If you have ever wondered how many classic Italian pasta types there are, know that the answer is more than 300! Choosing the type of pasta is always a dilemma when preparing a pasta dish. But have you ever paused to think about what is the best match for each pasta type?

Oysters are considered one of the most important treasures of the sea, delicacies that have captured the palates of the world's greatest connoisseurs. They are considered a culinary luxury in many cultures and are often associated with special occasions. But why are they so highly valued? Let's find out in this article.

A rich and much-loved first course, couscous represents one of the most popular foods during the spring and summer seasons because of its lightness and ease of preparation. A dish that encompasses a long history of distant peoples and that is still celebrated today as a symbol hospitality and conviviality.

Buffalo mozzarella is one of the jewels of Italian gastronomy. Known and appreciated all over the world, mozzarella is a unique product that holds the flavor and tradition of Italy, the result of an ancient tradition and a meticulous production process.

Italy is famous for its production of high-quality cheeses, and many of them are considered among the best in the world. In particular, gorgonzola is one of the most distinctive cheeses, beloved for its pungent taste and rich herbiness.

Bluefin tuna is the symbol of the Mediterranean Sea, a noble fish that has become increasingly rare and valuable over the years due to its nutritional characteristics and sustainability. Here are some recipes to enhance it to the fullest.

Codfish is one of the main ingredients in many traditional Italian recipes. From North to South, everyone loves this special northern codfish: let's discover 5 recipes with codfish

Christmas is upon us and Longino decorated your tables with many incredible bursts of flavor Our select Rare and Precious Foods were presented in two different guises – from sea, to land – and in the expert hands of our chef, Giorgio Guglielmetti, they became the ideal recipes to experience the magic of Christmas in a gourmet key.

It is now time to serve the main courses of Longino’s gourmet Christmas lunch! Did you miss out on the recipes for our gourmet appetizers and starters? Follow us in our magazine and on our YouTube channel to discover all the various steps, preparations and rare and precious foods selected this Christmas especially for you.

Now that your gourmet garlands are ready, we can move on to the entrées of our Christmas lunch. Longino has carefully selected a meat and a fish option for these as well. This time, however, we are talking about signature dishes that deserve all the recognition they can get, precisely because for the past 30 years we have been fortunate enough to work in the haute cuisine world alongside some of the most talented starred chefs.

During the Christmas Holidays, wreaths hung on the door represent the symbolic entrées of our homes, precisely like the Christmas lunch appetizer: the essential moment that opens the doors to the traditional atmosphere of taste.

For more than thirty years, Longino has been collaborating with some of the best and most talented chefs in Italy, in choosing the best ingredients for their tasting menus. This year, we have decided to open our doors and share this unique experience with our customers, offering you two tasting menus, to impress your guests with a truly gourmet Christmas lunch. Are you ready to travel with us?