Does Balsamic Vinegar Contain Nickel?
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is one of the most representative products of the Italian culinary tradition, but often it raises many questions in consumers regarding its composition and the effects that its consumption can produce on health. One of the most frequently asked questions is if Balsamic Vinegar of Modena contains nickel, an important thing […]
Balsamic Vinegar: Tasting and Usage Recommendation
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is one of the most precious gastronomic treasures of Italy, well known and highly appreciated all around the world for its intense flavor and its versatility in the kitchen. Besides being a product of great value, this historic condiment with its powerful balsamic notes is a specialty to be tasted with […]
How to Make an Aperitif with Balsamic Vinegar
As spring approaches, everything becomes more colorful and lively: the warm season brings with it a lot of good humor and a great desire to spend more time with friends. Do you want to entertain them with taste, organizing an aperitif that is a little more refined than the usual chips and peanuts? Try appetizers […]
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena and Vegan Cuisine: Ideas and Recipes
Characterized by a pungent sweet and sour flavor, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has always been an intriguing ingredient, capable to satisfy different palates from all over the world. This purely Italian condiment though could also be a perfect “secret weapon” for the preparation of exquisite meals for those who avoid animal origin ingredients. It is […]
Balsamic Vinegar and its Bond with the Culture and the Traditions of Modena
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is one of the excellences of the Modenese territories. Its history has its roots in the culinary and cultural traditions of this town, where it is still produced according to the artisanal techniques passed down from one generation to another. It is a high quality condiment obtained through elaboration of the […]
5 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Balsamic Vinegar
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is a typical product of Emilia-Romagna, highly appreciated all over the world for its intense flavor and its versatility in the kitchen. It works perfectly well with savory meals and sweets, first courses, second courses and side dishes. Anyways, not everyone knows how balsamic vinegar gets produced and what characteristics make […]
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena by “La Vecchia Dispensa”: Produced in Full Respect of the Tradition
Everybody knows that the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar is born in Emilia, in Modena to be more precise, and it is a result of a 100% natural transformation of the cooked grape must. In fact, according to one of the theories everything started from simple forgetting of some defrutum (the precursor of the Balsamic Vinegar of […]
4 Products with Balsamic Vinegar You Didn’t Think Existed
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO is a product of the highest quality, obtained by cooking and concentrating the grape must and its further aging in special wooden barrels for a minimum of 12 years. This production method makes it an incredibly aromatic product with a strong flavor, perfect to accompany meats, cheese and desserts, […]
Intolerance to Balsamic Vinegar: Does It Really Exist?
As a producer of the Italian “Black Gold”, we believe it is highly important to talk about the undesirable effects that may be caused in some people after the consumption of Balsamic Vinegar. Exactly as in case of other condiments, it is possible that some consumers may wonder about a possible intolerance to Balsamic Vinegar […]
Is Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans?
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is one of the most popular condiments all over the world: this is proved by the constantly increasing international export data. On our blog, we have already talked about balsamic vinegar usage in slimming diets, or for individuals intolerant to gluten and lactose, alcohol content of this product etc. Still there is an important […]
