Prosciutto Crudo vs Cotto: The Real Difference That Transforms Your Menu Last updated: 28 May 2026 In 30 seconds: cooked vs raw Italian ham Prosciutto cotto (cooked ham) is deboned pork leg, brined and steam-cooked at around 70 degrees for 24 hours. Result: pale pink, soft... Guida Business Prodotti Italiani Jan 28, 2026 LAPABlog
Aceto Balsamico: Traditional vs Industrial - The Big Difference Aceto Balsamico: Traditional vs Industrial - The Big Difference Aceto Balsamico is one of the most fascinating and most misunderstood products in Italian gastronomy. At the supermarket it sits on the ... Guida Business Prodotti Italiani Jan 28, 2026 LAPABlog
San Marzano, Datterini, Pachino: Italian Tomatoes Explained Last updated: 28 May 2026 In 30 seconds: which tomato for which dish The four reference Italian tomatoes are not interchangeable. San Marzano DOP is an elongated plum tomato, low in seeds, with firm f... Guida Business Prodotti Italiani Jan 28, 2026 LAPABlog
Ricotta, Mascarpone, Quark: Understanding Italian Fresh Cheese Last updated: 7 July 2026 In 30 seconds: ricotta vs mascarpone vs quark Ricotta is technically not a cheese but a whey product, re-cooked (“ricotta” means re-cooked): light and grainy, around 8-13% fa... Guida Business Prodotti Italiani Jan 28, 2026 LAPABlog
Mozzarella, Burrata or Buffalo Mozzarella? The Cheese Choice That Elevates Your Menu Last updated: 28 May 2026 In 30 seconds: mozzarella, fior di latte, buffalo, burrata, stracciatella Fior di latte is mozzarella made from cow's milk: sweet, elastic, perfect for pizza and cooked dishe... Guida Business Prodotti Italiani Jan 28, 2026 LAPABlog
What our clients say: LAPA quality in professional kitchens In professional kitchens, the supplier you choose shows up on every plate. Restaurants, hotels, and catering operations across Switzerland rely on LAPA because quality and reliability aren’t marketing... HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Jan 9, 2026 Cosa dicono di noi
What Our Clients Say: Authentic Italian Charcuterie for Swiss Foodservice "Since working with LAPA, I have never had a single late delivery. The Parma ham always arrives fresh and perfectly packaged. My customers taste the difference on the plate." — Marco R., chef-patron, ... HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Salumi Jan 9, 2026 Cosa dicono di noi
What Our Clients Say - Customer Testimonials LAPA What Our Clients Say About LAPA 1,200 restaurants, pizzerias and hotels across Switzerland have relied on LAPA for authentic Italian products — fresh, on time, every time. Don’t take our word for it. ... HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Jan 9, 2026 Cosa dicono di noi
Black Truffle Mastery: The Swiss Chef's Secret to Captivating Every Guest Black Truffle Mastery: The Swiss Chef's Secret to Captivating Every Guest Picture the moment: your guest closes their eyes at the first bite. The aroma of black truffle fills the table, the dish becom... Guide Ristoratori HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Dec 25, 2025 LAPABlog
Vegetarian & Vegan Menu: How Italian Restaurants Can Turn Plant-Based Into Profit 42% of your guests are actively cutting back on meat. 14% eat none at all. If your menu doesn't work for them, they'll choose another restaurant tonight. Here's what most Italian restaurants in Switze... HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Dec 25, 2025 LAPABlog
Italian Wine Pairing: The Complete Restaurant Guide to Matching Wines with Every Dish Italian Wine Pairing: How to Match Every Dish on Your Menu Wine pairing is one of the most powerful tools you have to turn a good meal into an unforgettable dining experience. The right wine amplifies... Guide Ristoratori HORECA Svizzera Prodotti Italiani Dec 25, 2025 LAPABlog
LAPA Partnerships: Collaborating with the Best Italian DOP and IGP Producers What separates a forgettable dish from one your customers talk about for weeks? Not technique. Not plating. It's the ingredients — and the people who produce them. LAPA was built on this principle: ge... HORECA Svizzera Prodotti DOP Prodotti Italiani Dec 25, 2025 LAPABlog