🇮🇹 A Panino at 10: The Italian Mid-Morning Ritual
While many cultures wait until noon for lunch, Italians embrace the magic of the mid-morning panino—a crispy, warm roll filled with simple but quality ingredients like prosciutto crudo, fresh mozzarella, or salame piccante, often enjoyed standing at the bar with an espresso or chinotto. It’s not rushed—it’s enjoyed, savored. This little break bridges breakfast and lunch, giving just enough comfort to power through the day Italian-style: relaxed, social, and flavorful.
No frills. Just bread, filling, and joy. Because in Italy, food isn’t just fuel—it’s rhythm, culture, and love in a bite.
🥖 Classic Panino al Salamino (Italian Salami Sandwich)
Ingredients
- 1 fresh ciabatta or rustic Italian roll
- 6–8 slices of salamino piccante or other dry Italian salami
- 2–3 slices of fresh mozzarella or provolone
- Arugula or basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Optional: sundried tomatoes or a smear of pesto
Instructions
- Slice the bread and drizzle the inside with olive oil.
- Layer salami, cheese, and greens.
- Press gently, slice in half, and enjoy immediately.
Panino o’clock? Always. 🤤🇮🇹
Let me know if you’d like regional panino variations too!
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