There is perhaps no better time of the year to visit Italy than in the month of April. The warmth of the sun is starting to reward the earth with the rich beauty of flowers in bloom and bountiful harvests of fruits and vegetables. The springtime harvest is well represented in the seasonal fare offered in all local trattorias and restaurants throughout the country. Many Italian restaurants Orlando try to incorporate Italy’s springtime favorites into their menus, but only Christini’s Ristorante Italiano does it with superb culinary flare. Traveling in Italy during the month of April means that you are […]
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Christini’s Ristorante Italiano Featured on Emeril’s Florida!
Since its grand opening in 1984, Christini’s Ristorante Italiano has earned the reputation of being the best restaurant Orlando. You’d be hard pressed to find any patron who didn’t leave the table feeling relaxed, pampered, and completely satisfied. It’s no wonder that celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse brought his Cooking Channel show, Emeril’s Florida, for a closer look at what has propelled Christini’s to its award-winning 5-Star status. Chef Emeril sat down with restaurateur Chris Christini to learn more about the driving force behind the success of this fine dining Italian restaurant. “It’s a success because I love what I’m doing,” […]
Italy’s Top 10 Must Eat Cuisines
If you close your eyes and think about your favorite Italian food, it’s a sure bet that it’s going to be one of these Top Ten Must Eat Cuisines. If it isn’t, it might be time to revisit an authentic Italian restaurant and expand your culinary horizon. On restaurant row in Orlando, there is only one truly authentic fine dining Italian venue. Christini’s Ristorante Italiano promises to satisfy your craving for the best Italy has to offer. Ravioli – Scrumptious pillows of light pasta stuffed with a meat, cheese, or seafood filling. Delicate and flavorful, ravioli are a classic favorite. […]
The History of Italian Cuisine
The history of Italian cuisine is truly a rich melting pot of regional and intercontinental fare. The Italian history books credit the compilation of the oldest cookbook ever written to the Roman, Apicius, thought to be written between the 4th and 5th centuries, A.D. It is a comprehensive compilation of many recipes and methods of food preparation interwoven with an explanation of the importance of food to the Roman culture. Amongst Italian restaurants Orlando, there is only one that truly provides an authentic Italian fine dining experience: Christini’s Ristorante Italiano. At Christini’s, you will be able to savor foods from […]
Characteristics of a True Italian Kitchen
Italian kitchens are very special places. The buzz of activity, combined with the display of fresh ingredients and the emission of fantastic aromas, make the Italian kitchen a living, breathing space with promises of good things to savor. The best Italian restaurants Orlando, specifically Christini’s Ristorante Italiano, know the joy of a true Italian kitchen. Christini’s has assembled the finest in the Central Florida area. Recreating a true Italian kitchen at home is not a difficult task. There are some essential gadgets that should be accumulated to assist in the prep and cooking process. A good pasta pot with a […]
