The 411 on Canolli

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On October 1, 2019
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, we’ve got just the fix: our traditional Italian cannoli! Who can resist tubes of fried dough filled with sweet ricotta cheese and chocolate chips and drizzled with chocolate? It’s a little slice of Sicily in Arvada! Yes, cannoli were birthed on the island of Sicily, specifically the northwest city […]
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What is Pancetta?

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On September 17, 2019
At 3 Sons Italian, you’ll see pancetta in several different places on our menu: on our pizzas, in our Italian Mac & Cheese and in our 3 Sons Carbonara. But what exactly is it? Types of pancetta Pancetta is a salumi (not to be confused with salami, which is a type of salumi) that’s made […]
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The History of Antipasti

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On September 3, 2019
  If you take the word “antipasti” apart, you can figure out that it’s a traditional first course (like an appetizer) in Italy. In Latin, “ante” means “before” and “pastus” means “pasture” or “meal.” It Italy, antipasti (the plural of “antipasto”) is typically colorful and diverse, but not too filling. It can include anything from […]
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What’s Behind the Margherita Pizza?

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On July 3, 2019
  Did you know that the most popular pizza in Italian is the traditional Margherita pizza from Napoli? It’s purposely very simple to showcase the flavors of the fresh ingredients. Using a thick crust, the Margherita pizza is just tomato sauce, mozzarella and a hint of Parmigiano (Parmesan), extra virgin olive oil and salt. Sometimes […]
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Get to know pasta!

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 14, 2019
Get to Know Pasta! What’s the difference between cavatappi and rigatoni? What sauce goes well with fettuccini but not angel hair? Learn the answers to these questions and more with our quick guide to pasta! Angel Hair Similar to spaghetti but finer, this delicate noodle is best used with light sauces, such as pesto. It’s […]
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Italian Foods: Fact or Fiction?

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 9, 2019
Consider yourself an expert in all things Italian? We challenge you to test your skills again these snippets of info. Are they fact or fiction?   Italian vinaigrette is popular in Italy. FALSE. You won’t find any vinaigrettes in Italy. Both the concept and the word are French, not Italian. Most Italians use only extra-virgin […]
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Try These 5 Truly Italian Appetizers at 3 Sons Italian

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 9, 2019
  It’s been a long day and you just want to chow down on something tasty while you’re waiting on your entrée. At 3 Sons Italian, we’ve got a variety of appetizers that can start your meal (and end your day!) on the right note. Check out these five truly Italian options from our menu: […]
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3 Italian Herbs You Can’t Live Without

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 9, 2019
  Anyone who cooks a lot of Italian food knows that there are three staple herbs that you can’t go without: basil, oregano and garlic. Each has a distinct flavor and brings its own strength to a dish. Here’s a quick 411 on these Italian must-haves.   BASIL FLAVOR: As part of the mint family, […]
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Italian Food and Cooking Terms You Need to Know

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 9, 2019
Have you ever been following a recipe that says, “cook until al dente,” but you have no idea what it means? Or perhaps you’ve gone to a restaurant that doesn’t explain its menu items and you’re left wondering what “antipasto” or “Caprese” means.   At 3 Sons Italian, we work hard to serve delicious food […]
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5 Delicious Cheeses We Owe to Italy

  • Posted by 3 Sons Italian
  • On May 9, 2019
It’s hard to say “no” to cheese when its creamy, salty, savory goodness lays the foundation for so many of our favorite Italian dishes. Not to mention, recent research indicates that cheese may be as addictive as drugs thanks to its ability to stimulate the same happy feelings in your brain (but on a much […]
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