Risotto is said to have originated in Veneto, but it quickly spread across Northern Italy, giving rise to countless delicious variations. And just like the types of risotto vary from region to region, so do the customs around how we eat it—fork or spoon?

And speaking of ancient dishes, what could be better than pairing a classic risotto with our Zizania Aquatica, blended with the smooth taste of Arborio rice? A match made in culinary heaven!

We Italians are passionate about doing things the right way when it comes to food. But who decides what’s right and what’s wrong? Deep down, every Italian knows the unwritten rules—or should I say MUSTS?

Let’s look at some examples:

• Pizza with cappuccino? WRONG. Let’s leave that to the tourists.
• Pineapple on pizza? An Italian pizza chef probably fainted as I typed this… obviously, WRONG.
• Cutting pasta with a knife? Just twirl it, please! Clearly, WRONG.

I could go on, but for the sake of our sanity (and blood pressure), let’s get to the real question:

SPOON OR FORK? HOW SHOULD YOU EAT RISOTTO?

Is there a "correct" answer? Imagine you're cooking up a delicious risotto, it's almost ready, and as you set the table, the dilemma strikes... Fork or Spoon? Save the drama, we're here to help you discover the truth about this age-old debate!

WHAT DOES ETIQUETTE SAY?

The answer varies depending on tradition and practicality in different regions. But according to the Italian Academy of Etiquette, there is indeed a proper way to eat risotto. Experts insist that risotto—and any other rice dish, like a rice salad—should be eaten exclusively with a fork. Why? Because rice is considered a main course, just like pasta. However, there’s one exception: if the rice is part of a soupy dish, like a soup, then using a spoon is perfectly acceptable.

 So there you have it—according to the ultimate etiquette guide, risotto is meant to be enjoyed with a fork, and only a fork!