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A Local’s Guide to Wine in Amsterdam: Wine Bars, Shops & More

From Dutch grape varieties to natural orange wines, and from sparkling sensations to wine bars offering the perfect pairing, the Dutch capital has something for every oenophile. Read on for the ultimate guide to wine in Amsterdam.If you’re contemplating what people drink in the Netherlands, you might think of the famous Dutch beers like Heineken […]

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7 Best Places for Aperitivo in Florence (& How to Do It Like a Fiorentino!)

Sometimes travel introduces you to flavor. Sometimes it’s history. And sometimes, in the case of Italy’s beloved aperitivo, it’s a little bit of both. Dining in Italy is almost always an experience above and beyond the meal, and aperitivo is no exception. Aperitivo is about unwinding after work, having a light snack and a drink to […]

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How to Order Drinks in Spanish Like a Local

Your bags are packed, your tickets are booked, and you’re counting down the days until you arrive in Spain. Now, all that’s left to do is brush up on those important Spanish phrases—and no, we’re not talking about “¿Dónde está el baño?”Serious matters only—you want to be sure you know how to order drinks in […]

Vitti is one of our top picks for where to eat in Rome in August for the Aperol spritzes alone.

5 Best Places for Aperitivo in Rome (And How to Enjoy It like a Roman)

Like so many things in Rome, happy hour is a bit slower—and a touch more stylish—than what you might find in other countries. Another important distinction is it’s all about the food—but not in the way you might think!The word aperitivo itself comes from the Latin verb aperire, which means to open your appetite. While […]