How to pronounce Polenta e osei

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /poˈlɛnta e oˈzɛi/. In plain English letters that is poh-LEN-tah eh oh-ZAY-ee, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Polenta e osei?

Polenta e osei is a dessert of Italy. Where it comes from: Bergamo. People usually eat it at teatime and on festive days. Its main ingredients are wheat & flour, egg and nuts & seeds. It tastes sweet and rich.

Where Polenta e osei comes from

Polenta e osei is one of 141 signature dishes of Italy on this map. See all dishes from Lombardia.

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