Clam chowder is an American soup containing clams, potatoes, salt pork, and onions. Originated in Northeastern United States and now served nationwide. Traditionally thickened with crackers or stale bread
Fritter is a battered or breaded portion of food deep-fried. Webster defined it as cutting meat into small pieces for frying
Carrot cake's origins are disputed, but 1591 English recipe suggests carrot puddings. Medieval Europeans used carrots as sugar substitute due to high costs. Antoine Beauvilliers popularized carrot cake in 1814 cookbook. Swiss Rüeblitorte features almonds and hazelnuts with decorative carrots
Lo Scoglio serves coastal classics since 1958 on Amalfi Coast. Regina Bistecca specializes in dry-aged Tuscan steak. Trattoria dal Biassanot offers secret canal view in Bologna. Baby Dicecca focuses on artisanal Pugliese cheeses
Panino con il lampredotto features tripe in tomato-based sauce in Florence. 5 e 5 combines chickpea pancake with eggplant and chili in Livorno. Panuozzo di Gragnano is pizza-like sandwich from Campania. Puccia uses pizza crust with Apulian meats and vegetables. Cuzzetiello is hearty Neapolitan sandwich with ragu and leftover ingredients
Salads have been eaten for centuries, dating back to ancient civilizations. Modern salads evolved with new ingredients and technology in 20th century. Salads support local farmers and connect with food culture