Celebrate World Carbonara Pasta Day with Eataly
For several years, April 6 has been dedicated to World Carbonara Pasta Day. It is obviously one of the most popular Italian dishes in the world! And who better than the temple of Italian gastronomy, Eataly, to celebrate this unique day? There are several stories relating the origin of pasta carbonara. According to one of the most famous, their creators were charcoal burners (the “carbonari”) who once made charcoal in the forests of the Apennines in Italy. Needing a nourishing dish to face the winter cold, these workers concocted a meal from available foods. Pasta, salted pork, cheese and eggs. This is how the famous Italian recipe was born! Carbonara pasta has become a true institution, but also a subject of debate. Should we add cream? Please note that the traditional version of this recipe does not include cream or bacon, but rather eggs, parmesan and guanciale! …