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Italian cuisine ((イタリア語:cucina italiana) (:kuˈtʃiːna itaˈljaːna)) has developed through centuries of social and political changes, with roots stretching to antiquity. Significant changes occurred with the discovery of the New World and the introduction of potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers and maize, now central to the cuisine but not introduced in quantity until the 18th century.〔Del Conte, 11-21.〕 Italian cuisine is noted for its regional diversity, abundance of difference in taste, and it is probably the most popular in the world, with influences abroad. Italian cuisine is characterized by its simplicity, with many dishes having only four to eight ingredients.〔The Silver Spoon ISBN 88-7212-223-6, 1997 ed.〕 Italian cooks rely chiefly on the quality of the ingredients rather than on elaborate preparation.〔Mario Batali Simple Italian Food: Recipes from My Two Villages (1998), ISBN 0-609-60300-0〕 Ingredients and dishes vary by region. Many dishes that were once regional, however, have proliferated with variations throughout the country. Cheese and wine are a major part of the cuisine, with many variations and Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) (regulated appellation) laws. Coffee, specifically espresso, has become important in Italian cuisine. == History == Italian cuisine has developed over the centuries. Although the country known as Italy did not unite until the 19th century, the cuisine can claim traceable roots as far back as the 4th century BCE. Through the centuries, neighbouring regions, conquerors, high-profile chefs, political upheaval and the discovery of the New World have influenced its development. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Italian cuisine」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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