Italians have a rich food culture centered around meals like breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is usually light like coffee and pastries. Lunch is the biggest meal and often includes a first course of pasta or rice followed by a second course. Dinner can be lighter and sometimes just includes a primo or second piatto course. Traditional dishes include pizza, pasta, and herbs are commonly used in cooking. Manners are important when eating and Italians enjoy socializing over food.