Fettunta

Fettunta is a traditional appetizer originating from Tuscany. In local dialect, the name of the dish is a compound of fetta, meaning slice, and unta, meaning oily, making fettunta an oily slice, or to be more precise, an oily slice of roasted local saltless bread with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Many people like to rub a garlic clove and add a pinch of salt over the bread before the olive oil is poured on top. But to call this delicate appetizer garlic bread would be an insult to all Italians – after all, fettunta is thought to be the predecessor of the famous bruschetta and can be traced back to the ancient Romans or even the Etruscans. Nowadays, it's a classic way to celebrate the new olive oil in November. It's recommended to pair fettunta with a glass of Chianti Classico.