Treasure Hunting… in the Academia Barilla Virtual Menu Gallery

April 16th, 2009 by academia press office

The Academia Barilla Gastronomic Library never ceases to amaze.

Did you know that library houses over 4,700 historic menus from the 19th and 20th centuries? And did you know that they are all available for public view should you make the very worthwhile trip to visit us in Parma, Italy?

And in perhaps even more exciting news for our friends on the other side of the Atlantic, many of these menus are available online.

Hidden within the Gastronomic Library section of the Academia Barilla website, you will find a wide array beautifully decorated menus that mark Read more…

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“At the table with…”. Historical figures’ favorite recipes from Academia Barilla gastronomic library

March 13th, 2009 by italian culinary expert

Calling all history buffs. Boy, oh boy, do we have something special in store for you!

After scouring the shelves of the Academia Barilla Gastronomic Library in search of information about famous historical figures with a love for Italian food and culture, we have put together a list of stories and recipes guaranteed to whet your appetite.

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From Cato the Censor, a Roman statesman and gifted orator, to the lovable Italian comedic actor Totò, our findings span over two millennia of history. Read more…

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