Word of the Week
Written by admin on 11 March, 2009 – 1:44 pm -
Following on from my latest article about Turin’s ChocolaTò I have decided to look into some of the characters from the Italian Commedia dell’Arte (improvisational theatre that began in the 16th century). Let’s start with…
Gianduja
Gianduja represents Turin and Piedmont. He is a happy peasant who enjoys food and wine and has a girlfriend called Giacometta. Usual he wears a brown jacket and a tricorn hat. During the carnival period he is particularly popular.
Gianduja (or Gianduiotto) is also a chocolate. It originates from Turin and dates back to 1865. A blend of cocoa and roasted hazelnuts from the Langhe region of Piedmont, it is easily recognizable by its characteristic boat shape. Produced by Caffarel.
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