Aberdeen has a wealth of excellent, authentic Italian restaurants located throughout the city and its surrounding areas. The countless venues, the best of which we feature here, cover all budgets and whilst specialising in relaxed dining there are also a number of more formal restaurants.
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Renowned for their speciality cheeses, wines, coffee and olive oil, the Italian way of life has translated well into the British consciousness. The cuisine is particularly family friendly with mealtimes being sacrosanct in the Italian family.
The Italian culture is extremely family focused and this is particularly evident in their food and the emphasis placed upon it. The cuisine dates back to the 4th century although Italy did not officially come into being until the 19th century.
Italian gastronomy has spread the world over due to a number of factors which include famous chefs and the discovery of the New World, turning it into one of the world's premier cuisines. Each region of Italy has its own dishes and specialities but local seasonal produce is always paramount. For example, Tuscany emphasises simplicity with bread, cheese, fruit and fresh crisp vegetables being staple items.
White truffles are a Tuscan delicacy which are exported far and wide. Umbria is home to the black truffle, but the day to day diet here consists of roasting and boiling food, whilst still retaining a simplistic style. Sicily is famed for its outstanding wines and also specialises in a style of cooking which incorporates nutmeg, cloves, saffron and cinnamon.
Italian restaurants vary in their cuisine and their purpose, and Aberdeen is home to many. The most common perhaps is the Pizzeria, which may or may not offer additional dishes. The Ristorante offers a more refined menu, perhaps with the inclusion of meal dishes in addition to pasta. Conversely, the Trattoria has more of a bistro atmosphere which is less expensive and often a family run business.
Our featured list of some of Aberdeen's best Italian restaurants provides you with all you need to choose a venue for a memorable Italian gastronomic delight.
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