A city of art, history, culture, and gastronomy, Florence is an idyllic Italian destination for international travelers, and especially those interested in exploring local flavors and cuisine. No matter your preference, the Tuscan capital offers a range of delicious choices to surprise your palate, from unique street foods to elegant, fine dining experiences. The quality […]
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Perfect Italian Tiramisu Recipe
Posted on October 7, 2020
Quite appropriately, “tiramisu” translates to something along the lines of “pick me up.” And that’s exactly what it is—a sweet pick-me-up that’s well worth saving space for, no matter how much carbonara or cacio e pepe you may have already eaten. Coffee-dipped ladyfinger cookies and sweet, fluffy mascarpone come together in a beautiful symphony of […]
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How to Read an Italian Menu (And Order Like a Local)
Posted on June 4, 2020
One of the best parts of traveling is experiencing the culture through food, and in many cases, eating out can be the highlight of your trip. But how are you supposed to eat like a local if you don’t understand how to order off the menu? While understanding how to read an Italian menu can […]
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A Thing of the Heart: Holidays in Italy, and the Sweets that Define Us
Posted on December 12, 2019
Food has always been a celebration of happiness for me. The moments of joy in my life have always seen me with happy additional inches around my waist. Sadness or loss take away my appetite, and when I was younger, if I came home lean from a trip, my dad would always say, “tell me […]
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A Love Letter to Christmas in Italy (and the Family Meal that Starts the Season)
Posted on December 5, 2019
The Christmas season in Rome is the stuff of legends. I’ve always loved the holidays back at home, but the Italians manage to take it to a whole new level, with seven giorni di festa throughout the months of December and January. Every single Catholic holiday is celebrated with enormous quantities of pasta, roasted meats, […]
A Crash Course in Italian Cheeses
Posted on October 7, 2019
In Italy, cheese isn’t just something you eat. It represents where you are from and the history of your region. As you might have guessed, this means there are a lot of different cheeses in Italy. Just like with bread, cured meat and pasta shapes, cheese in Italy is a geographical marker. Wherever you […]
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How to Order Coffee in Italy: The Complete Guide
Posted on March 27, 2019
Coffee is of crucial importance in all of Italy (coming in just behind the Colosseo in thematic importance). Coffee in Italy goes way beyond just a caffeine fix. It’s a ritual with cultural significance, social relevance and a profound impact in people’s lives. There’s no doubt: some of the world’s best coffee can be found […]
