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6 sweets in limited edition – Italian Cuisine

Beauty, creativity and emotions bring together the art of confectionery and contemporary art and come together in the sweet single portions created by Maestro Pasticciere Sal De Riso exclusively for Affordable Art Fair, the most pop contemporary art fair in Italy

Beauty, creativity and emotions bring together the art of confectionery and contemporary art and come together in the sweet single portions created by Master Pastry Chef Sal De Riso exclusively for Affordable Art Fair, The most pop contemporary art fair in Italy.

Love Yourself in … Sweetness!

Inaugurated last night in Milan in the labyrinthine location Superstudio Più, at Art Affordable Fair until January 27 you can taste the art … really. For the first time in nine years of the fair, visitors have the unique opportunity to experience the taste in a dedicated space, theArt Sweet Corner. In fact, in addition to the cakes that have decreed the national and international success of the high pastry artist as the Caprese, Ricotta and Pears, Five Senses and Anastasia, is presented for the first and only time a series of six limited edition sweets completely dedicated to the Affordable Art Fair. If the 2019 edition claim is Love Yourself in Art, it is natural to add a pinch of sugar and turn it into Love Yourself in … Sweetness!

6 sweets in limited edition

The volcanic genius of sweet Sal De Riso (three cakes in the Gambero Rosso Guide Confectioners & Confectioners 2019) describes his creation on Instagram: «You are small masterpieces of taste and aesthetics that I made for the Affordable Art Fair Milan, inspiring me to my land, the Amalfi Coast, with its vibrant colors and the scent of lemons, but also to contemporary works of art exhibited at the fair and at the warm and seductive atmosphere of the exotic places where the premium distillates of Compagnia dei Caraibi (partner of the fair) like Gin Mare and Rum Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva are born .

From his words, the mouth watering already rises and the curiosity increases … If the lucky ones that will wander among the works of 85 art galleries from around the world on show at AFF can taste the six desserts, with the official description we can evoke the emotion through the ingredients:

1. Gin Mare of Amalfi: sablé with almonds, creamy with Amalfi lemon, heart of apple annurca with Gin Mare and blancmange; like a trip to the Mediterranean, from the Amalfi coasts to the Greek islands accompanied by aromas of olives Arbequina, essential botany of Gin Mare.

2. Gin Caribbean Sea: mascarpone mousse, Gin Mare and mango with apricot and vanilla heart; like a tropical dream that evokes soft sun-kissed beaches.

3. Pink Surprise: almond shortcrust pastry with candied fruit and strawberry cubes of Candonga, sponge cake and Bavarian wine with prosecco and Gin Mare; inspired by the work Round round wonder world blue moment of the Japanese artist Kumiko Tamura by Smart Ship Gallery (to be discovered in the gallery).

4. Marakaibo: Babà at Rum Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva, chocolate mousse and Australian raisins; Caribbean pride winks at a Neapolitan typicality.

5. Babamisù: the classic coffee-soaked baba and Rum Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva, in a cream of mascarpone and creamy coffee chocolate; a hugging and engaging embrace.

6. Pure Energy: light caramel cream with an interior of Neapolitan Bavarian cream and a crunchy coffee biscuit base; a discharge of energy, from the first bite.

Not just the palate!

The point of contact between art and taste at theAffordable Art Fair 2019 it's not just inArt Sweet Corner: the terrace of the LAB it is the space that unites tasting sessions at the work of selected emerging artists and where Sunday, January 27th at 6.30pm one will be held master classes on the meeting between the high confectionery and the world of spirits conducted by Maestro Sal De Riso is Walter Gosso, ambassador of Company of the Caribbean. It will be the opportunity for the brilliant pastry chef to tell his idea of pastry and the work behind every preparation, starting with those created exclusively for AFF, while Walter Grosso will explain to the public the unique characteristics of Rum Diplomático.

What are the most caloric Christmas sweets? – Italian Cuisine

Pandoro is more than panettone, nougat a little less than struffoli. To reduce the calorie count, you should limit yourself to a (small) portion of dried fruit or dates

We all agree with the saying: "It does not get fat from Christmas to New Year, but from New Year to Christmas", and it is true that one can not think of starting the diet on the eve. However, being able to choose between different sweets typical of the holidays (because practically every region has at least one), we can try to reduce the calorie bill.

The challenge between the two great classics, panettone is Pandoro, at least on the caloric front (but not only, according to a recent survey), the first wins. A slice of about 110 grams of the typical Milanese Christmas cake presents 370 calories, while the same portion of the Venetian specialty reaches up to 450 calories.

Among the high-calorie ones, the panforte, prepared according to the tradition of Siena, with honey, almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, dried figs and candied fruit: make tbetween 400 and 430 approximately calories per hectogram. The recipes to prepare it are many, and sometimes even one ingredient can make the difference in the energy balance: in addition to white panforte there is also the black with candied melon instead of cedar, cocoa and chili.

The Nougat it is prepared in several municipalities and regions: of course in Cremona, then in Sardinia, Veneto, Calabria and Sicily, in Benevento, in L'Aquila and in Camerino. The classic recipe is based on dried fruit (hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts), mixed with egg white, honey and sugar, in a sheet of host made with potato starch. For about 480 calories every 100 grams. But we must take into account the fact that a portion should be 50 grams, and not by an ounce.

The struffoli, the sweet balls typical of Campania, are made with shortcrust pastry rich in eggs, butter and sugar. And they are fried in oil before being covered with honey, orange peel and cedar: no wonder if they are quite caloric. One ounce brings about 500 calories.

There is also the Christmas log, the roll stuffed with chocolate. It is one of the most demanding sweets on an energy level: one serving of more than 500 calories (or 560 if the cream is milk chocolate). On the other hand, if the filling is done with the marrons glacés, the contribution drops to 300 calories per pound.

Surprisingly, the Sicilian cassata, prepared with sponge cake, ricotta, chocolate, candied fruit and liqueur, is not that energy bomb that you could imagine: one ounce brings about 270 calories.

The ideal would be limited to a portion of 60 grams of dried fruit: three nuts and six peanuts for only 195 calories. Or at 40 grams of dates, which bring about 90 calories. Or better yet, forget about the scale until 7 January.

Homemade chocolates and sweets

Got a sweet tooth? You don’t have to head to the shops to get your favourite sweetie or chocolates. Learn how to make your own traditional treats with our easy, fun recipes. These deliciously simple ideas will also make lovely food gifts for friends and family.

Whether it’s a special occasion or if you just fancy something sweet, we’ve got some quick and easy recipes for making your very own homemade goodies. From creamy vanilla fudge to rich chocolate peppermint slices, we’ve got plenty of nibbles to choose from.

If you’re looking for a gift on a small budget, making your own food gift is the perfect choice. These chocolate and sweet treats can be enjoyed all year round, from birthdays to Christmas. Treat your mum this Mother’s Day to a box of specially made Turkish delights or wish your best friend a Merry Christmas with some melt-in-the-mouth peppermint creams.

There’s no need to stress for gift ideas when you can make these tasty bites. From white chocolate truffles to candy floss, we’ve got plenty of sweet recipes for you to try. All you need to do is buy is a gift bag or box to wrap the chocs in and you’re ready to go.

See something you like? Add it to your very own recipe book.