5 Hidden Gems to See When Walking Through Florence
Florence is a Renaissance jewel in the heart of Tuscany – home to Brunelleschi’s dome, Michelangelo’s house, and the Medici’s palace. Almost...
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How to Make Classic Sicilian Caponata from Scratch
Caponata is a savory side from the island of Sicily. It’s a sweet and sour veggie medley -- marrying caramelized eggplant, salty olives, crisp celery...
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Chiacchiere: Italy's Traditional Carnival Sweets
Each year, carnevale takes place right before the season of Lent—the forty days leading up to Easter. Carnival is the food-filled feast that...
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6 Ways to Skip the Tourist Crowds in Venice, Italy
You've dreamed for years about visiting Venice. And -- finally -- you're here. But, no matter where you go, you can't seem to shake the annoying...
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How Do Italians Really Eat Spaghetti?
As a foreigner in Italy, it can be hard to figure out the proper way to eat your pasta. Should you dust you penne in parmesan? Or, do you leave the...
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It may sound cheesy to say...
Summer is over and the kids are back in school. Now is when Italians look forward to returning to their normal routines. I always love this time of...
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Treat Yourself to Tricked Out Pumpkin Pasta
Autumn means one thing — pumpkin season! Gourds abound in local markets and fairs. In Italy, you can even spot spaghetti costumed in pumpkin. Yep,...
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Sipping in Style: 5 Classic Cafes in Rome
Italians call Rome the Eternal City. Each street evokes echoes of Italy’s epic past – from ancient temples to Renaissance fountains. With so many...
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4 Ways You Can Savor the Sicily Real Italians Love
There's something about Sicily... It's both Italian and tantalizingly foreign. In Sicily, you might: * slumber inside an ancient convent * sip red...
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Umbria: A Hidden Gem for Your Next Trip to Itay
Where should you go on your next trip to Italy? You’ve ambled Amalfi. You’ve feasted in Florence. You’ve roved through Rome. One of Italy's most...
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