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When asked to name one region in Italy, many people will say Tuscany. Its iconic scenery of sun drenched hills, groves of laural trees and hilltop villas have become a staple of travel literature and films. However, you should know that Tuscany has a cuisine as distinct as its scenery.
Three things have shaped Italian culture; agriculture, the Catholic church and the family. It is no surprise, therefore, that Italian holiday cuisine is influenced by these three big cultural icons. As in a any cultural cusine, Italians have foods that are traditional for specific holidays.