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THE VITA VINCI STORY
Vita Vinci is more than just cookware; it’s a culmination of love for family, heritage, and the joy of creating delicious meals. Our story begins with the founder of Vita Vinci, a man whose appreciation for Italian cuisine blossomed through his many travels throughout the country. Every visit, the aroma of simmering sauces, bubbling pasta, and freshly baked bread filled the air, captivating his senses.
We at Vita Vinci believe that cooking should be an experience, a way to connect with loved ones and create lasting memories. Our cookware is designed to empower you in the kitchen, allowing you to recreate your favorite dishes or explore new culinary adventures with confidence.
Ever wondered about the meaning of name Vita Vinci? Keep reading to explore the full story.
INSPIRED BY GREATNESS
The brand Vita Vinci was inspired by the great Italian inventor Leonardo da Vinci. Not many people know that Da Vinci was more than ‘just’ a scientist and artist, he was also a food lover!
To understand the origin of Vita Vinci, we first have to go back in time, so here we go.
Da Vinci was a foodie!
Leonardo da Vinci, the renowned talent of the Renaissance, wasn’t just a master of science, art, and engineering. He was also a passionate foodie, and some might even call him an “early adopter of nouvelle cuisine”.
His fascination with food and his innovative ideas were as remarkable as his contributions to architecture, anatomy, and music. Let’s explore the most notable culinary inventions of Leonardo da Vinci.
Kitchen Gadgets of the Future
Leonardo’s notebooks, the Codex Atlanticus, contain sketches for inventions that foreshadow modern kitchen tools. These visionary designs include early concepts for a egg slicer, garlic press, pepper mill, and even a corkscrew.
In 1499, his patron Ludovico il Moro gifted him a vineyard near Milan, showcasing da Vinci’s appreciation for fine wine. This passion for viticulture, the art and science of growing grapes, likely fueled his innovative design for a corkscrew prototype, which can be seen on the left.
Leonardo’s notebooks, the Codex Atlanticus, contain sketches for inventions that foreshadow modern kitchen tools. These visionary designs include early concepts for a egg slicer, garlic press, pepper mill, and even a corkscrew.
In 1499, his patron Ludovico il Moro gifted him a vineyard near Milan, showcasing da Vinci’s appreciation for fine wine. This passion for viticulture, the art and science of growing grapes, likely fueled his innovative design for a corkscrew prototype, which can be seen can be seen below.
Leonardo da Vinci’s expertise in botany wasn’t confined to his studies. He brought this knowledge into the kitchen, using herbs and spices that were uncommon for the time. Turmeric, aloe, saffron, poppy flowers, linseed oil – these were all part of his culinary repertoire, alongside staples like salt, pepper & garlic.
Interestingly, some speculate that the design of his pepper grinder was inspired by the architecture of the La Spezia lighthouse, a fascinating link between his artistic and culinary ingenuity. The drawings of the grinder can be seen on the left.
Leonardo da Vinci’s expertise in botany wasn’t confined to his studies. He brought this knowledge into the kitchen, using herbs and spices that were uncommon for the time. Turmeric, aloe, saffron, poppy flowers, linseed oil – these were all part of his culinary repertoire, alongside staples like salt, pepper & garlic.
Interestingly, some speculate that the design of his pepper grinder was inspired by the architecture of the La Spezia lighthouse, a fascinating link between his artistic and culinary ingenuity. The drawings of the grinder can be seen below.
While it might seem like pot lids have always been around alongside cooking pots, that’s not quite true.
Before the lid was invented, people used to cover pots with cloth, typically linen. This, however, could sometimes alter the flavors of the food.
This is where Leonardo da Vinci steps in. He’s credited with creating the first pot lid made from sturdy, non-porous metal, ensuring flavors remained uncompromised during cooking.
VITA VINCI was born
As you can see Da Vinci has provided great contributions to the culinary world. The inventive nature of Leonardo Da Vinci inspired us to come up with creative solutions for our product lineup as well. Hence the name “Vita Vinci” with the slogan “Inventive Cookware” was born!