"Traveling overseas opens up numerous possibilities for sampling diverse cuisines and discovering new favorites. There are plenty of Italian dishes you need to try at least once, and when dining in Italy, it can be tempting to want to order one of every course on the menu. This, however, is neither expected nor advised. Although American sensibilities tend towards quantity over quality when eating, the generally à la carte style of menus in Italy lends itself to more thoughtfulness in ordering."
"Unlike a prix-fixe menu, which dictates the order of a meal from start to finish, the courses on an Italian menu are more like sections of different foods that differ in heaviness and ingredients. A good rule of thumb when reviewing a menu in Italy is to choose whatever you like and will most enjoy. Let your food be an experience rather than a test of endurance."
Traveling overseas opens up opportunities to sample diverse cuisines and discover favorites. In Italy, menus are generally à la carte, encouraging thoughtful selection rather than ordering every course. Meal structure varies by setting: breakfast is typically light and sweet with a cappuccino, lunch often serves as the heaviest meal, and dinner may list multiple courses from antipasti to digestives without obligation to choose them all. Antipasti offers small hot or cold plates for sharing, primi centers on pasta, and secondi features protein-based mains. Choosing by enjoyment and balancing course heaviness creates a fulfilling meal experience.
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