It is one of Italy's most famous culinary exports ... "Italy has very pronounced regional food," Italian chef and cookbook author Danilo Cortellini explains. "Every region has its own traditions ...

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Loyalty is a prized commodity among chefs, and Valentino Ugolini has earned his stripes over nearly 15 years to become one of Hong Kong-based Italian chef Umberto Bombana’s most trusted lieutenants.