Italians feel a very strong connection with their food traditions, especially when it comes to celebrating festivities: Panettone at Christmas, Chiacchere during Carnival, the Mimosa cake on Woman’s Day and, of course, the Colomba at…
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Two of the best life’s pleasures meet. On T’a Milano blog you’ll find a mix of flavours and curiosity reading. Be fascinated by the history of chocolate, live the culinary traditions, discover the secrets to prepare the most loved desserts. All these happen here, don’t miss out on a single article!
By now it’s a given: whenever a holiday approaches, T’a Milano is here to guide you in the purchase of the perfect gift for you. This time it’s Women’s Day, so don’t get caught unprepared!…
Finally, the most romantic day of the year is just round the corner! Valentine’s Day, known the world over as the day of love, offers a unique opportunity to show your loved ones how you…
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Craftsmanship is the hallmark of every T’a Milano panettone; a tradition born more than a century ago with the Alemagna family, and then handed down from father to son over the subsequent generations. As Masters…
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T’a Milano knows how stressful the holiday season can be, mainly due to the worry of picking the right CHRISTMAS GIFTS. But don’t worry. Some time ago, we created a special guide to help you…
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Looking for the perfect Christmas gift but feeling that your spoilt for choice? First of all, we’ve got news for you: you’ve come to the right place! Read our short guide on finding the perfect…
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Although the panettone may well be the most famous Christmas cake, very few are aware of its history and origins. In actual fact, this cake is connected to various legends, but one, in particular, appears…
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It is a well-known fact that Italy’s typical Easter cake is the Colomba, but where does the tradition of this peace-inspiring “dove” cake come from? There are many legends revolving around the Easter Colomba… One…
Strong, determined, smart, and multi-tasking, but also fragile, emotional and sensitive: Women’s Day is round the corner, and this year we have decided to celebrate it by introducing you to two of the world’s most…
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Who wouldn’t like to receive a special gift for a special occasion? Whether it’s a birthday, an anniversary or a name-day celebration, a gift is always a welcome must! And if it involves an irresistible…
There are those who consider it the most romantic day of the year while others see it as an excuse to receive more gifts! Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and whether you’re in a…
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In Milan they say, “San Bias el benediss la gola e el nas” (Saint Blais blesses the throat and nose). Hence the custom of eating a thin slice of Panettone on the 3rd of February…
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The scientific name of chocolate is ‘teobroma cacao’ which literally translates to ‘food of the gods’. Chocolate is a food derived from the beans of the cocoa plant, widespread and extensively eaten all over the…
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Ironic, amusing, shrewd and pungent but, above all, real; there are many famous quotes relating to chocolate. We’ve set some out below, to read with a smile – and obviously a box of chocolates to…
