Rome decries ‘Italian-sounding’ pasta sauces on sale in EU parliament store

The GuardianWednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5:57:08 PM
Rome decries ‘Italian-sounding’ pasta sauces on sale in EU parliament store
  • Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida has called for an investigation into pasta sauces marketed as Italian at the European Parliament, highlighting a carbonara sauce made with incorrect cured meat. This has raised concerns about authenticity in Italian cuisine.
  • The incident underscores Italy's commitment to protecting its culinary heritage and may influence future regulations regarding food labeling and marketing within the EU.
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