If you are looking for unique, wholesome, and authentic food when in Italy, Italian street food will open up your culinary intrigue to a world of history and flavour far beyond the bubble of restaurants and fine dining.
Street food across Italy is a real testament to the resourcefulness, innovation, and passion Italians from all walks of life have when it comes to food. The dishes are humble, simple, and packed with heat, intensity, and big flavours.
So let us take you into the world of Italian street foods under the guidance of a local and take a closer at 5 of Italy’s must-try street foods and where best to find them.
Arancini
Originated in Sicily. Deep-frying guarantees deliciousness, and these rice balls prove the point. Imagine crisped risotto stuffed along with gooey cheese, peas, and minced meats, and you will have an inkling of simply how incredible this street food truly is. We see you, Sicily.
Porchetta Romana
Originated in Ariccia. Meat lovers, meet your match: this classic porchetta will make you wish to mangia like never before. The pork is stuffed using garlic, rosemary, and other herbs and slow-cooked on a spit. Could it get any better compared to this? The answer is clearly no unless of course you eat it in panino con porchetta form, sandwiched between two slices of grilled bread.
Cuoppo Napoletano
It originated in Naples. Yet another (really) shining example of deep-fried deliciousness, this paper cone filled using fried seafood makes us want to hit the coast right this second. Who requires a home, anyway? Just start forwarding our mail to Naples, please.
Pani ca meusa
Originated in Sicily. If you are game for lampredotto, you may be ready to take on this next street food staple: pani ca meusa, or chopped veal’s spleen and lung steamed in lard and then filled in a sandwich. Trust the Italians: it tastes way better than it sounds.
Folpetti
Originated in Venice. You are a fan of calamari, you say? Provide your taste buds a treat and indulge in some folpetti straight away off the streets of Italy – you will go wild over this salty boiled octopus. Pro tip: Savor the flavor along with a dash of parsley sauce and lemon juice.
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