Bitter leaves
Growing up, we become more and more interested in bitter flavors. Today I'm sharing two recipes with radicchio: a grilled radicchio tardivo and a creamy risotto with radicchio and pancetta.
Bitter flavors are the last acquired in the development of the human palate, as in nature, bitterness is usually associated with poisonous foods. Babies instinctively love anything sweet and fat, as this means a way to survive, stocking up essential calories.
Growing up, we realize that not all bitter foods kill us. We find they can be interesting, palat…