Carmela is the owner of the homonymous “Trattoria da Carmela,” located in the famous Tribunali’s street, in the heart of Naples. The interview focuses on the Genovese, analyzing its roots and traditions, intertwining with the fascinating history of the wonderful city of Naples.

Carmela, during the interview, will tell the origins of this dish, revealing its ingredients and methods of preparation. Even in its simplicity, The Genovese reveals an exquisite flavour, evoking sweet memories of grandmother and delighting every palate.

Interiew by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
Video by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
Video Editing by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
Document by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
Subtitle ita/eng by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
Translation by: Marika Ruggiero, Vittoria Vivace, Matteo Saracino e Claudio Canepone
MedEatResarch – Center of Social Research on the Mediterranean Diet of the University of Naples Suor Orsola Benincasa, head by Marino Niola and Elisabetta Moro
Realized: 14/04/2023

Carmela Bertenni

Carmela Bertenni

Year 4/06/1975
City: Napoli
Education: Economics graduate
Profession: Chef
Language: Italian

Video table of contents

00:30 Carmela and Her trattoria
03:09 Memories of childhood
03:39 Tale of some traditional Neapolitan dishes
05:23 Carmela and Her passion for Neapolitan food
06:09 Carmela's genovese ziti recipe

Geographic information

Country: IT
Region: Campania
Città: Città metropolitana di Napoli
Altitude: 41 m s.l.m