A Journey Through History, Vineyards, and Flavor Just a short drive south of Rome, nestled in the picturesque hills of the Castelli Romani, lies one of Italy’s most beloved wine
Is Naples Dangerous and Dirty? Of Course Not! This article offers a look at how Naples has transformed into one of Italy’s top destinations, and ideas on things to do
I know, you’ve read the title and you’re probably thinking, “but Carbonara pasta is Italian!” Well, this article is going to be quite surprising for you. Carbonara is Italian, but
How much do you know about Italian coffee? If you know that it’s an espresso, not an “expresso”, and that ordering a latte will get you strange looks from the
What do we mean when we talk about “Italian food”? Pizza? Pasta? It’s a little more complicated than that…In this guide we go beyond generalisations and stereotypes to discover delicious
Any Italian pizza you eat in an authentic pizzeria is bound to be mouth-wateringly delicious. But what about making it at home? Believe it or not, you don’t need to
Italian tradition: A brief history of gnocchi Gnocchi (pronounced “gn(y)-OK-ee”) are soft dumplings, usually made of potato, semolina or wheat flour. The name may refer to nocca (knuckles), or a
From north to south, Milan to Naples, there’s at least one tradition that unites Italians – the aperitivo. At around 6pm you’ll find people sipping spritzes and nibbling on crisps
What is Ferragosto? Ferragosto is a holiday celebrated every year on 15th August. For Catholics, it’s the day to celebrate the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. It’s also a public
While planning your trip to Italy, why don’t find some inspiration from Italian literature? Dante may be daunting, but whatever your literary tastes, we’ve got some recommendations for you –
Craving a taste of Rome? If you can’t wait till your next trip to Italy, read on to find out more about traditional Italian dishes like carbonara. They’re surprisingly easy
You may not be able to visit Italy in person at the moment, but you can visit Italy online, thanks to the virtual offerings of some of the best museums
