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What’s Behind the Margherita Pizza?

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On July 3, 2019
3 sons italian, food, italian, Italy, margherita pizza, menu, pizza

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 […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On July 3, 2019
3 sons italian, italian food, menu, restaurant, wine

You’ve read about white wine pairing with fish and reds pairing with meats and heavy red sauces, but at 3 Sons Italian we’re less about rules and more about helping you find a wine you like! Here’s a quick overview of what we serve, as well as descriptions to help you choose a favorite! Remember, […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 14, 2019
3 sons italian, food, Italy, menu, noodles, pasta

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 […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, fact or fiction, food, Italy, menu

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 […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, cooking, food, Italy, menu, spices

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, […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, cooking, food, italian terms, Italy, menu

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 […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, food, menu, pizza

Naples was home to the first pizza so it makes sense to learn how to eat America’s favorite food by studying how it’s done in Italy. Here are a few things you should know if you plan to visit Naples and indulge in the best pizza the world has to offer! You get your […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, food, Italy, menu, wine

When our daughter Anna went to Italy a few years back, she returned with a wealth of insight into all things Italian! We were inspired by her beautiful photos, stories about the people, architecture and history, and (of course!) details about the food. Here are some of her take-aways from her trip across the […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, cocktails, food, menu, mule, vodka

One of the most popular drinks at 3 Sons Italian is our Mule. (Technically, MULES, because we offer three different kinds!) A Mule is a mix of lime, ginger beer and alcohol, but it’s the various types of other flavored alcohol that change the character of a Mule. A Moscow Mule uses Vodka 3 Sons […]

Posted by 3 Sons Italian
On May 9, 2019
3 sons italian, food, menu, noodles, pasta, sauce

Have you ever wondered why certain noodles go better with a particular sauce? Sure, it’s a matter of taste, but there are also some more technical reasons for the choosing a particular noodle shape, length or thickness over another. Here’s a quick recap of a few popular pastas and sauces: Pastas: Angel Hair: Made […]

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What’s Behind the Margherita Pizza?

Enjoy a Glass (or Bottle) of Wine at 3 Sons Italian!

Get to know pasta!

Italian Foods: Fact or Fiction?

3 Italian Herbs You Can’t Live Without

Italian Food and Cooking Terms You Need to Know

How They Eat Pizza in Italy

3 Sons Italian Shares “Lessons from a trip to Italy”

The History of the Mule (a favorite alcoholic beverage at 3 Sons Italian!)

3 Sons Italian Deciphers Pastas and Sauces for You