Today is Tiramisu Day, a celebration dedicated to the most loved Italian dessert of all time. Rome, Milan, Genoa and Turin are just some of the cities where tiramisu records peaks in demand, followed by Trieste, Bologna and Padua. Its goodness surpasses every border, so much so that even cities like Naples and Pisa cannot resist its irresistible charm.
Tiramisu day, the story of the dessert most loved by Italians
The tiramisu, symbol of Italian cuisine, has its roots in the Veneto region. Its history, shrouded in mystery, is intertwined with legends and centuries-old traditions. Tiramisu Day is not only a tribute to its past, but an ode to its eternal delight that has conquered the whole world.
La tiramisu recipe it does not appear in cookbooks prior to the 1960s, suggesting that tiramisu, as we know it today, is a relatively recent invention. Furthermore, its absent recognition in the encyclopedias and dictionaries of the 1970s and 1980s confirms this theory.
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The first known reference to the name “tiramisu” dates back to 1980, as documented in the Sabatini Coletti dictionary of the Italian language.
The food and wine expert Giuseppe Maffioli and Annibale Toffolo, in the Vin Veneto magazine of 1981, trace the origins of the preparation of the dessert between the end of the 60s and the beginning of the 70s.
They locate it at the “Alle Beccherie” restaurant in Treviso, managed by Campeol family, under the guidance of pastry chef Roberto “Loly” Linguanotto, who was inspired by desserts encountered during his experience in Germany.
World day and some curiosities
Tiramisu Day is much more than just a celebration: it is a unique opportunity to honor the rich Italian culinary tradition and share the passion for this delicious dessert with the rest of the world.
This special day invites us to immerse ourselves in the art of pastry making and savor every bite of it masterpiece of sweetness.
The main objectives of Tiramisù Day are to celebrate Italian culinary culture, spread awareness about the history and ingredients of Tiramisu, share the joy of enjoying this dessert and promote thepastry craftsmanship.
It is an extraordinary opportunity to explore new variations and let yourself be carried away by its irresistible flavours.
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From the dawn of the 80s to its official recognition in 1998, Tiramisu Day has gone through eras of culinary glory. With world records, dedicated festivals and the award of the Protected Geographical Indication in 2019, Tiramisu Day has consolidated its position as one of the world's most beloved gastronomic celebrations.
The favorite time to enjoy tiramisu seems to be the weekend, especially the Saturday and Sunday, when you have more time to appreciate its timeless taste. Although the appreciation for this dessert is constant throughout the year, there is greater demand in the colder months, with peak orders in January and February, as well as a higher frequency of orders in the first autumn months, especially in October and November.
In the digital food delivery market, in the first three months of 2024, more than 4 thousand kilos of tiramisu were ordered, while in the whole of 2023, over 21 thousand kilos of orders were recorded, demonstrating the continued popularity and the desire to enjoy this delicious spoon dessert.
