In this column we share the cuisine and recipes of Italy and our Italian American communities. Each month we feature recipes curated from our research and those shared by LGI readers.
Food and cooking are important aspects of our cultural identity and sharing recipes is one way for us to connect to our roots and to one another! 
We invite you to share your family recipes and the stories behind them with us! We would like to feature your special dishes, so if you have a recipe, we would love to hear from you! Please email your recipes and photos to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before February 10.
As Valentine's Day approaches, try this creamy Lobster Fettuccine for your perfect date night. 

Buon appetito!

Fettuccine with Lobster Cream Sauce

dalla cucina di www.mangiabenepasta.com

Valentine's Day in Italy is known as La Festa Degli Innamorati (the day of lovers). The tradition of Valentine's Day  is said to date back to the Roman Empire when the day celebrated the Queen of Roman gods and