Italian food was cuisine which had its roots in Italy. Rich in tomatoes and olives, a wide variety of hearty dishes claimed this title.
Admiral Kirk loved Italian food, or so he claimed when Gillian Taylor asked in 1986 if he and Spock liked "Italian"; at the same time that he replied in the affirmative, Spock answered in the negative. After a brief dispute, Kirk settled the matter, saying "Yes, I love Italian and so do you." Spock acquiesced. (Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home)
Geordi La Forge was also fond of Italian food. During a 2366 holodeck simulation with a holographic re-creation of Leah Brahms, La Forge asked her if she liked Italian food, to which she replied, "Like it? Wait till I make you my fungilli." (TNG: "Booby Trap")