It Takes a Village to Make a Pizza
Naples and pizza go hand in hand—the birthplace of this world-renowned pie, Naples takes pride in its signature dish and pizzamakers there like to keep things simple: flour, water, salt for the dough...
View ArticleA Different Region, a Different Wine
Tuscany's thousands of vineyards makes it one of Italy's largest wine-producing regions. (photo by rayced via flickr) Every September, Italy moves from summer mode into wine mode, with la vendemmia,...
View ArticleA Celebration in Puglia
Italians love their saints, but there’s one whose face you’ll see constantly, from street corner shrines to the sides of mac trucks: Padre Pio. Born on May 25, 1887 in Pietrelcina in Campania,...
View ArticleTravel News You Can Use
In the past couple of days, some newsworthy items about travel inItalyhave come across our radar. Because we like to keep you informed about current events both travel- and Italy-related in addition...
View ArticleA Taste of Autumn Across Italy
Autumn in Asti is beautiful and an afternoon of wine tasting during San Martino in Cantine is a great way to enjoy it! (photo by angelocesare via flickr) There are a handful of days left to enjoy warm...
View ArticleSpending the Holidays in Italy
Milan's Duomo is even more beautiful during December. (photo by angelocesare via flickr) With winter arriving early to the northeast and across many other parts of the US, it’s time to start thinking...
View ArticleRinging in the New Year…Italian Style
New Year's Eve turns Italy into one giant celebration. There’s only one way to sum up how Italians celebrate the holidays: “Natale con i tuoi, Capodanno con chi vuoi,” Christmas with family, New Year’s...
View ArticleEat Like an Italian During the Holidays
Christmas Eve dinner in Italy is a seafood-lover's dream! (photo by Matteo Paciotti Photography via flickr) When asked about holiday traditions, most Italians’ first response will be about food....
View ArticleCampania Covers It All
There are two descriptors that apply to all of Italy, but the Southern region of Campania perfects them: breathtaking scenery and guilt-inducing gastronomy. Campania’s nearly 220 miles of glistening...
View ArticleItalian for Tourists
Traveling to a country with its own set of customs, way of life, and, of course, language can be daunting. Getting accustomed to Italy, with its foreign signs, ancient cobblestone streets, small cars,...
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