Where to Enjoy Traditional Cicchetti in Venice
October 25th, 2024When in Venice, there’s no better way to experience the local flavor—literally and culturally—than by having cicchetti. These small, tasty bites are an essential part of Venetian life, often enjoyed with a glass of wine or a spritz during aperitivo. Whether you’re nibbling on bruschetta topped with fresh seafood, cured meats or creamy spreads, cicchetti ... Read More
Dine at the Most Historic Roman Restaurants
April 3rd, 2024Good food is an institution in Italy and there’s nowhere better to enjoy traditional flavors than at these historic Roman restaurants. ... Read More
Traditional Italian Christmas Desserts
December 22nd, 2021Christmas is a sweet time in Italy, and we’re sharing some of our favorite Italian Christmas desserts – some you can even bake at home! ... Read More
The Sagra – Savoring Italy’s Food Festivals
October 1st, 2021Autumn is the perfect time to experience one of Italy’s culinary treats. Find out more about Italy’s food festivals why they should be a part of your next Italian holiday. ... Read More
Spaghetti Carbonara – Ultimate Comfort Food
December 9th, 2020Spaghetti alla Carbonara is a simple and delicious pasta dish considered a signature dish of Rome and made even more popular by lively debates on the most authentic recipe and its origins. Truth or Fiction? When we were children in Rome in the 1960s the story was that the dish is a simple preparation of ... Read More
Cheers! Create an Italian Aperitivo at Home
September 5th, 2020With a little creativity—and a little alcohol—la dolce vita can certainly be experienced just about anywhere. In fact, with some prep and planning, it’s easy to put together an Italian aperitivo at home. ... Read More
What to Eat in Italy in the Fall
September 26th, 2019Every season in Italy has its own delights, and autumn is definitely the star of the show when it comes to food, the harvest and culinary festivals. Some of Italy’s most famous dishes are based on autumn’s harvest bounty – truffles, pumpkin ravioli, porcini mushrooms, chestnuts and artichokes. Come along with us as we take you on a quick journey of everything you should eat in Italy in the fall! ... Read More
Add These Traditional Foods in Venice to Your Culinary Bucket List
January 9th, 2019We share some of our favorite traditional foods in Venice, including everything from traditional rice dishes to the Venetian “tapas” you will be happy to try, and of course a few desserts! ... Read More
Making Restaurant Reservations in Italy
October 2nd, 2018Good restaurants in Italy book up for dinner during the busier times of year, generally from mid-March well into November. Don’t hesitate to make reservations so you don’t find yourself stumbling into a restaurant that has a waiter out front waving in tourists. It might be a good restaurant, but usually the best ones don’t ... Read More
Italian Truffles: Pricey, Earthy Gourmet Indulgence
August 7th, 2018Truffles are one of those foods that tends to get a strong reaction. Like cilantro, Brussels sprouts and blue cheese, you either love ’em or hate ’em! Truffles are intensely fragrant and hard to find in most places except Italy. They are the underground fruit of ascomycetous fungi. The fruit spores are dispersed though being ... Read More
The Joys of Food Shopping in Italy
May 8th, 2018Farmer’s Markets If you are staying in an Italy Perfect city apartment there is usually a fresh food, open market nearby. No prepackaged foods and antiseptic counters, but friendly vendors and colorful, delicious vegetables, fruit, cheeses and meats of every kind. We think of them as museums for food! See our previous blog all about the ... Read More