The costata, on the other hand, does not form a T, but is thicker, since the front ribs are larger. Another difference is that the costata has less intramuscular fat, while maintaining the same surface fat, which makes it harder than the classic bistecca alla fiorentina. In addition, the costata, with no fillet, does not allow the tasting of ... More @Wikipedia
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