Discover the rich tapestry of Italy's culinary secrets with Chef Alexander Luca in this captivating #ricopodcast episode! Born and raised in Torino, Italy, Chef Alexander shares his incredible journey from law school to culinary school and how his passion for food led him to become a master of Italian cuisine. 🍝Explore the heart of Italian cooking as Chef Alexander delves into regional dishes, the art of making authentic pasta, and the importance of using local, accessible ingredients. From the secrets of creating perfect Ragu to the cultural significance of food in Italian life, this conversation is packed with flavorful insights and fascinating stories.Chef Alexander also discusses his cooking classes, where he brings people together over delicious meals and teaches them how to recreate authentic Italian dishes at home. Whether you're a food lover, a home cook, or just curious about Italy's vibrant food culture, this episode has something for everyone.Join the conversation, and don't miss out on Chef Alexander's tips for elevating your cooking game! Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with more inspiring episodes. 🍷✨#ItalysCulinarySecrets #ChefAlexanderLuca #ItalianFood #CookingClass #PastaLovers #FoodiesUnite #Ragu #AuthenticRecipes #ItalianCulture#failarmy #kitchennightmares #cooking #kitchenorganization #funnyfails#food #gordonramsay #cooking #foodscience #pastaCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:30 - Alessandro Luca Introduction04:06 - How to Make Good Wine14:18 - Where Were You Born19:03 - What Made You Want to Cook22:59 - Why Did You Move to the US25:43 - What Do You Like to Cook27:40 - Culinary School Lessons29:00 - Cooking Goals and Aims31:50 - Worst Cooking Methods34:55 - Behind Cooking Shows37:38 - Essential Cooking Skills41:18 - Characteristics of Good Wine45:54 - How to Sign Up for Cooking Classes48:57 - Understanding Ragu49:22 - Venison Ragu Recipe50:44 - Chef Boyardee Discussion51:40 - Exposing Better Flavors55:14 - Utilizing Local Ingredients55:41 - Wrapping Up58:31 - Future of the Italian Kitchen1:02:44 - Side Chick Day1:04:05 - Finding the Italian Kitchen