Italy was unified in 1861 and at that time, Italian cuisine was extremely varied and reflected cultural diversity rich in history and influences from neighboring countries. Influences from the Roman, Greek, and Arabs helped mold Italy’s cuisine.
A prime example of the Mediterranean diet is tomatoes and olive oil.
Italian cuisine is regarded and imitated all over the world for its robust flavor. As a general rule, Northern and Southern Italian cuisines are differentiated primarily by the cooking fat and style of pasta commonly used. Northern Italian cuisine is characterized by less use of olive oil, pasta and tomato sauce and more use of butter or lard, rice, corn for polenta and cheeses for cream sauces. Northern Italian cuisine is famous for polenta and risotto while Southern Italian cuisine is known for seafood and pizza. Ingredients and dishes vary by region. The evolution of Italian Cuisine is an adventure of taste, ingredients, and flavoring techniques.
At Numero Uno, we are thankful for Italy’s cuisine and we strive to give Santa Clarita a delightful taste of the flavors of Italy. Come join us or call us for delivery, we look forward to seeing you!
For more information, call 661-259-3895. Numero Uno is located at 26111 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus.