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The Divino Digest: September 2026《神聖文摘》:2026年9月
THE DIVINO DIGEST 美食。美酒。美麗時光! Good Food. Good Wine. Great Times! 2026年9月 | September 2026 我們在忙什麼 What We’re Up To 晚上好!Buonasera! 對我們這個大家庭來說,這個季節迎來了一個令人振奮的里程碑。我們的兩位夥伴 Petra Wiesinger 與 Velma Lai 最近順利考取了 WSET Level 3 認證。為了慶祝這個時刻,她們接下了作為專業侍酒師的第一項重大任務:重新打造 Divino Taipei 與 Focoso 兩間餐廳的酒單。 她們的選酒不拘泥於刻板的教條,也不盲目追隨曇花一現的流行趨勢,而是呈獻了我們在餐桌聚會時最鍾愛的元素:具備鮮明個性的酒款、深厚的在地風土根基,以及尊重土地、讓風味自己說話的釀酒師。 在兩份新酒單中,您將會發現許多堅持個人信念與手作溫度的職人酒莊。在皮埃蒙特(Piemonte),Luca Roagna 以令人敬佩的極致耐心釀酒,仰賴數十年樹齡的老藤、野生酵母發酵,並經過長達二至三個

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Sep 283 min read


How to Host a Client Dinner That Builds Trust
Learn how to host client dinner conversations with thoughtful planning, warm service, and the right setting to build trust beyond the table with ease.

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Sep 235 min read


How Italian Dry Aging Works
Learn how Italian dry aging works, from airflow and time to flavor and texture, and why this old-world method creates deeper, cleaner beef flavor.

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Sep 116 min read


Italian Steak Restaurant Taipei: What to Expect
Looking for an Italian steak restaurant Taipei diners trust? Here’s what sets a great one apart - from dry-aged beef to wine and atmosphere.

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Aug 306 min read


A Guide to Dry Aging Beef
A guide to dry aging beef - how flavor changes, why texture improves, what to expect, and how expert aging shapes a better steak experience.

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Aug 236 min read


What Wine Goes With Steak? A Better Pairing Guide
What wine goes with steak? Find the best reds, when to choose lighter styles, and how cut, sauce, and aging change the perfect pairing.

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Aug 26 min read


A Guide to Italian Dining Etiquette
A guide to Italian dining etiquette for confident, polished meals - from ordering and wine to pacing, bread, pasta, and gracious table manners.

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Jul 306 min read


Italian vs French Fine Dining Explained
Italian vs French fine dining comes down to philosophy, service, and flavor. Here’s how each style shapes the table and the experience.

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Jul 266 min read


Dry Aged Beef vs Wet Aged: What Changes?
Dry aged beef vs wet aged comes down to flavor, texture, and timing. Learn how each method changes steak and which experience suits you best.

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Jul 196 min read


Looking for an Italian Restaurant With a Sommelier in Taipei?
Find an italian restaurant with sommelier Taipei diners trust for handmade pasta, dry-aged steak, smart pairings, and a polished, welcoming vibe.

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Jul 95 min read


What Defines an Award Winning Restaurant Group?
See what sets an award winning restaurant group apart - from culinary standards and service to atmosphere, consistency, and lasting loyalty.

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Jul 56 min read


The Steak Revolution. What Drives Us?
A new obsession took hold of me — one that demanded I go deeper into our ingredients than I ever had before, into where they come from and how to care for them properly. The steaks we serve today share almost nothing with the steaks we were serving even a few years ago.

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Jun 293 min read


Italian Natural Wine, Simply Explained
Italian natural wine can be vibrant, rustic, elegant, or wild. Here’s what it means, how it tastes, and what to expect at the table.

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Jun 246 min read


Trattoria Moderna: The Authentic Italian Food Movement Changing Restaurants
Led by Divino and Focoso, the Trattoria Moderna movement is an effort to move beyond "tourist trap" Italian dining by combining the warmth of a classic trattoria with modern technical precision and obsessive sourcing.

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Feb 105 min read


Divino and Focoso Staff Live La Dolce Vita on Recent Staff Development Trips
Ever wondered what goes on behind the kitchen doors at Divino and Focoso? Well, here's an exclusive peek into our PD program.

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May 31, 20243 min read
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