Wine is as old as civilization and has had a major impact on shaping it. There is evidence that wild grape vines were growing millions of years ago but the production of wine is generally believed to have started in Neolithic times (8500 - 400 BC) in the near east. This was at the time that people began to live in settlements, domesticating animals and growing crops. The greater security of settlements gave rise to the development of a more diverse culture and cuisine. The Neolithics are credited with first production of bread, beer and later wine.

The foods in Italy speak of sun, music, zest for life and exuberant joy. Italians love food; for them, food is pleasure as much as nourishment. Their cooking is pretty straightforward. Italians rely in a few flavor combinations and simple cooking methods, but they also combine love, instinct and skill with their food. It shows.