TYPICAL ORVIETO PRODUCTS

Orvieto, located in Umbria, Italy, boasts a rich culinary tradition with several distinctive local products and dishes. Here are some of the typical products you'll find in Orvieto:

Food Products:

• Umbricelli: A thick, handmade pasta similar to spaghetti but wider and irregular. It's a staple of the local cuisine and is often served with various sauces like truffle, wild boar ragu, or "all'arrabbiata" (spicy tomato sauce).
• Lumachelle all'Orvietana: Savory biscuits or bread rolls, often flavored with anise or cheese. Their name comes from their snail-like (lumaca) shape. They were historically a convenient food for farmers.
• Zuppa di Ceci e Castagne: A hearty and flavorful soup made with chickpeas and chestnuts, often prepared during the colder months.
• Gallina 'Mbriaca (Drunken Hen): A flavorful chicken dish cooked in Orvieto wine, giving it a unique taste.
• Palomba alla Leccarda: Roasted pigeon, a traditional and somewhat ancient dish of the area.
• Cinghiale (Wild Boar): Wild boar meat is popular and prepared in various ways, from stews ("cinghiale in umido") to cured meats (salumi di cinghiale).
• Tartufo Nero (Black Truffle): Umbria is known for its black truffles, and they are frequently used to enhance pasta dishes, meats, and other local specialties in Orvieto.
• Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva DOP Colli Orvietani: High-quality extra virgin olive oil produced in the hills around Orvieto, recognized with the DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta) status. It's a key ingredient in many local dishes.
• Fagiolo Secondo del Piano di Orvieto (Orvieto Second Bean): A rare and prized local bean variety, now a Slow Food Presidium.
• Salumi Tipici (Typical Cured Meats): Besides wild boar salami, you'll find other local cured meats like prosciutto, salami, capocollo, and guanciale, often part of antipasto platters.
• Formaggi (Cheeses): Local cheeses include pecorino (sheep's milk cheese), ricotta, and caciotta, sometimes flavored with truffle.
• Tozzetti: Almond biscotti, often enjoyed dipped in Vin Santo (sweet dessert wine).
• Ciambelle al Vino: Wine donuts, a simple yet traditional sweet treat.
• Frittelle di San Giuseppe: Fried rice and cinnamon fritters, traditionally prepared for St. Joseph's Day (March 19th).

Drinks:

• Orvieto DOC Wine: One of Umbria's most famous products, this white wine has a long history dating back to Etruscan times. It comes in various styles, from dry (secco) to sweet (abboccato, amabile, dolce). There's also Orvieto Rosso (red) and Rosato (rosé), although white is the predominant type.
• Orvietan: A historic sweet liqueur made with over 25 herbs, said to have digestive and invigorating properties.
• Svinnere: A liqueur made from wild cherries (visciole).

Other Notable Products:

• Ceramics: Orvieto has a long tradition of ceramic production, with unique styles and designs.
• Wood Crafts: Especially the artistic wooden creations from Bottega Michelangeli are well-known.

When visiting Orvieto, be sure to explore the local trattorias and shops to savor these authentic products and experience the true flavors of the region.

TYPICAL ORVIETO PRODUCTS
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