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Eating green during the holidays is possible. Here’s how to do it – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay

Eating green at Christmas? You can, or rather you must. This holiday represents the ideal time to shelter at home with family and friends, sharing special moments and, of course, delicious meals. But what exactly does “good food” mean today? In addition to organoleptic qualities, food must respect criteria that go beyond simple taste. As Carlo Petrini, founder of Slow Food, claims, food must be «good, clean and fair. Clean, i.e. produced according to environmentally friendly methods; fair, capable of guaranteeing respect for those who work there. Here are some rules to follow during Christmas holidays to adopt a greener approach to food.

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Eating green: what food choices to make during the holidays

During the holidays it is time to favor high quality foods, possibly organic or from integrated agriculture with low environmental impact. Reduce your meat consumption and, when you choose it, opt for meat from controlled farms and organic. Prefer local, regional or national products to reduce the environmental impact of transport and, if possible, purchase them in bulk, to avoid unnecessary packaging. The choice of wine can also be oriented towards organic options. For those who want alternatives to meat, legumes are a valid option, providing high-quality proteins and ingredients for tasty recipes.

Avoid foods at excessively low prices, as they often hide hidden costs for the environment and workers. Avoid buying products from distant places and choose sustainable alternatives to endangered fish such as salmon. Opt for lesser-known, but equally tasty fish, a low environmental and seasonal impact, such as horse mackerel, zerro, tuna, tombarello, dolphin fish and red mullet. Also molluscs such as clams, mussels and oysters; and shellfish such as white shrimp (if coming from specific regions) and corn on the cob are conscious choices.

A sustainable celebration: don’t waste!

Reduce wasteespecially at the table, carefully preserving food and avoiding throwing away what remains. Avoid plastic films and prefer reusable containers with caps. When you go shopping, calculate the precise number of people and prefer bulk products to reduce packaging. When setting the table, avoid disposable plastic tableware and, if necessary, opt for compostable alternatives.

Too Good to Go together with Yougov have reported the data regarding the waste of Italians at the table during the holidays: the 40% of Italians waste over a quarter of Christmas food, with panettone leading the way, despite its high cost. However, they also emerge positive behaviors:

a tasteful masterpiece for your parties – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay

The black cabbage and walnut flan it is a refined and delicious culinary proposal, ideal for enriching the dinner table Christmas holidays with a touch of originality. Enjoying growing popularity, this dish represents an excellent fusion of flavors and textures, helping to make special celebrations an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Although not bound to a specific region or culinary tradition, this Christmas recipe can be considered a tribute to the richness of black cabbage. It is a nutrient-rich leafy vegetable, also known as Tuscan cabbage or Tuscan black cabbagewhich suggests a connection with the gastronomic tradition of this area of Italy.

However, its adaptability allows it to be enjoyed in many parts of the world, without being strictly tied to a specific geographical origin. The vegetables then find the maximum of their essence, thanks to the combination with the nuts, which offer an aromatic and crunchy profile. The story of this tasty side dish, although not characterized by an ancient past or thousand-year-old traditions, fits into the context of a contemporary cuisine that enhances innovation without neglecting the appreciation for quality ingredients. Therefore, the black cabbage and walnut flan is well suited to accompany the different conviviality occasions of the Christmas holidays. It can serve as a hearty side dish for roasted meats or as a main course for those looking for a flavorful vegetarian option. It has a soft texture, resulting from cooking in the oven and by the presence of cheese and eggs, giving pleasure to the palate, making it a welcome addition to the holiday menu. Bring this delight to the table, transforming the Christmas dinner into an unforgettable occasion.

15 places to eat well from north to south | The Italian kitchen – Italian Cuisine

The bridge of the Immaculate Conception it’s a small preview of the Christmas holidays: four days to live intensely. Five for the Milanese given that on the 7th Sant’Ambrogio, patron saint of the city, is celebrated, and therefore many may not work. The long weekend of the Immaculate Conception is a pleasant appetizer for the Christmas holidays: it is worth taking advantage of it for a foray into one of the many Italian places that deserve it. And for those who are passionate about good cooking, the opportunity to sit at a level table presents itself. For our (very personal) selection we thought first of the places and then of the place we like best.

There are timeless cities of art such as Verona And Florence, practically impossible to enjoy from April to September. But also Rovereto, Udine, Perugia And Viterbo: smaller, but equally suggestive. A leap into Langhe to find truffles – at a very high price, if you wish – and (re)admire the most famous wine-producing hills in the world is mandatory. Then the sea of Liguria, declined to Levant And Ponente (so similar and so different) and the fresh water of Garda, which compared to a decade ago remains lively even in winter. You can also opt for a relais in the countryside likeWindrow in Maremma or discover towns that are part of Italian history such as Loretto or Pompeii. Our South – in this case – it is linked to the suggestive Matera it’s at Palermo, always lively and full of surprises. Happy Immaculate Conception and, above all, enjoy your meal.