concept   sourdough
culture   Italy
statement   In Italy, sourdough is considered a gourmet food and symbol of artisanal baking.
2 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 sourdough Italy Valued for its unique flavor and used in traditional bread-making, but not as prevalent in everyday baking as in the US and Germany 1
2 sourdough bread Italy Highly regarded as a gourmet food item, often served in fine dining establishments and a symbol of artisanal baking 1