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Why was Italian food so popular in the 1970s/80s?

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In fact, it's so popular that Italian food authorities have become concerned with what they call "Italian sounding" or "fake Italian food products. ... read more

It was 'the new thing' of the times in many places around the world (Germany and the US, for example), and used spices, ingredients and preparations that were new to many in those places at the time. read more

Italian restaurateurs in the early 1900s noticed that Americans tend to eat meat with everything, so they combined the two. While some Italian-American dishes are similar to what you’ll find in Italy, for the most part your standard red-sauce fare is a completely American invention. read more

There is no doubt that Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines across the world, especially in the west. In the Western countries, most of the kitchens prefer to have at least one Italian dish among many such as pizza, spaghetti and many more. read more