Across
- 3. Vinegar traditionally produced in Modena
- 4. Basil-based Italian sauce
- 6. Famous aged Italian cheese
- 8. Italy's largest island
- 9. Classic Italian coffee-flavoured dessert
- 11. Sweet lemon liqueur from southern Italy
- 12. Aromatic herb commonly paired with tomatoes
- 17. Creamy Italian cheese with a soft centre
- 19. Luxury ingredient found underground
- 20. Popular summer destination
- 22. Creamy Italian rice dish
- 26. Warmest season of the year
- 27. Colourful end to a summer day
- 28. Italian dish topped with sauce and cheese
- 30. Stuffed Italian pasta
- 31. Pasta sauce with tomato and guanciale
- 32. Italian flatbread with olive oil
- 34. Perfect weather for outdoor dining
- 35. Outdoor dining space
- 36. Dry-cured Italian ham
- 37. Sparkling wine from Italy
- 38. Fruit used to produce Italian olive oil
- 39. Italian frozen dessert
Down
- 1. Someone welcoming guests for a meal
- 2. Time away to relax and travel
- 4. Outdoor meal enjoyed during summer
- 5. Italian staple served in many shapes
- 7. Italian kitchen essential
- 10. Coastal destination known for lemons
- 13. Popular Italian summer cocktail
- 14. Sweet Italian peppers
- 15. Classic Italian cheese often served with tomatoes
- 16. Roman pasta dish made with eggs and cheese
- 18. Pre-dinner Italian tradition with drinks and small bites
- 21. Essential ingredient in many Italian dishes
- 23. Italian region famous for wine
- 24. Strong Italian coffee
- 25. Scenic Mediterranean coastline
- 29. Coffee topped with steamed milk foam
- 33. Soft Italian potato dumplings