Italy Gourmet Puzzle

“...eravi una montagna tutta di formaggio parmigiano grattugiato, sopra la quale stavan genti che niuna altra cosa facevan che far maccheroni e raviuoli...”

“...there was a mountain entirely of grated Parmesan cheese, upon which people did nothing but make macaroni and ravioli...” - Decameron, Day VIII, Story 3, c. 1353, Giovanni Boccaccio

Take a seat at the Italian table with our Italy Gourmet Puzzle, a richly illustrated map celebrating one of the world’s most beloved culinary cultures. From the alpine north to the sun-drenched south, piece together local ingredients, historic figures, culinary customs, and regional dishes as you journey through Italy’s rich food heritage.

Beyond the puzzle itself, the box includes a full-size poster of the design for easy reference while puzzling, a box stand for display during tastings, and educational content inside and out, filled with fun facts and illustrations.

What’s inside:

• Trattoria staples: Discover the timeless dishes of the Italian trattoria, a cornerstone of Italian food culture.

• Italian table manners: Learn the do’s and don’ts of Italian dining, from cappuccino customs to pasta etiquette.

• Eat like an Italian: Follow the rhythm of a day’s meals and of the progression of a traditional Italian meal, and discover where to grab a bite.

• A chronology of Italian gastronomy: Explore Italian food history through the seminal cookbooks and culinary texts that helped shape the cuisine.

Whether you’re a foodie, a traveler, or an avid puzzler, this puzzle invites you to get a taste of la dolce vita, one puzzle piece at a time.

Illustrations by Nikita Fabbro.