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Best Restaurants in Florence for Authentic Italian Food
To discover Florence is to discover the cradle of the Renaissance. The Florentines are famous for their Duomo, David, Pontevecchio, and one of Italy’s most prized leather markets. But until you’ve tasted true Tuscan cuisine you haven’t really experience Florence at...
A Quick Guide for Verdicchio: What You Need to Know
Verdicchio might not be on your pairing list, but if you have never heard of this wonderful white Italian wine it is definitely time to add to your tasting list. Be sure to hit up this white on your next trip to Italy or even put it on rotation when serving up some...
Pasta Types You Can Find in Le Marche, Italy
We all know what Spaghetti looks like, but did you also know that Italy is home to over 300 types of Pasta?! Yes it is true! So how did it become to be? Well simply because for generation after generation creative Italians have been spinning new variations on local...
Where To Find Authentic Italian Food in Rome
The eternal city is wonderful to visit with its grandiose art visible around every corner you turn. You can soak up the history without even having to step into a museum. With Rome’s historic allure, that intrigues numerous tourists each year, there is one small...
7 Benefits of Taking a Wine Tour in Italy
Italy has a long tradition of wine making and most recently won the category of Best Wine in The World. Despite the French trying so hard, Italy is currently at the pinnacle of their wine production. This past year, Italy took things up a notch, proving that French...
Slow Food Restaurants in Siena, Italy
Famous for its Palio, and endless plates of Pici, Siena is a town perfect for any Italian food lover to get their fork on. Siena's great choice of restaurants can make it difficult for the traveler to know where to eat authentic Tuscan cuisine. So many...
Grotta Palazzese: Cave Restaurant in Italy
Grotta Palazzese is one of the most sought after restaurants in Puglia and has been the location for banquets and events for over 300 years in Italy. Originally called “ Grotta di Palazzo”, which literally means Cave of the Palace, it has been visited by Prime...
Top Reasons Why Fall is the Best Time to Visit Italy
Italy is always a good idea, but when the Fall rolls around, the “bambini”(children) go back to school and the country returns to its regular pace of life making it the perfect time to see and experience the natural rhythm of Italy’s “La Dolce Vita“. If you have been...
Top 5 Climbs in the Dolomites
The Dolomites have always held a special place in my heart. Every year, as a kid, I used to head up there with my parents to escape the Italian Summer heat and ride my mountain bike on some of the world’s most famous passes. Over my lifetime, the small towns have...
How to find the Best Restaurants in Rome
Dining out in Rome when you are on a Budget If it is your first trip to Italy, you are probably psyched about hitting up all the major tourist spots and getting a taste of your first real gelato. Whether you are a first timer, or a seasoned traveller to Italy, you...
Gluten-free Travel in Italy
TRAVELLING ITALY AS A CELIAC For those with Celiac disease, or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, the thought of travelling abroad can seem like a nightmare. It already is hard enough when dining out in your own country to explain your dietary restrictions, and this task...
Best Restaurants in Italy: Il Capanno
After travelling Italy for the past 15 years, and being fortunate enough to taste the diversity of its regional cuisine, I think it is safe to say that there truly is no “Best” restaurant in Italy. However, there is a Best restaurant for every variety of regional...
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