Tag archive: authentic italy
Recipe: Carciofi alla Romana
Artichokes are an odd ingredient; you either love them or you hate them. They make virtually all types of wine taste water-like or bitter. They take an age to prepare and are not easy to cook well. They’re pokey. However, when prepared correctly and served to a prime audience, they are Details
CappucciNOPE
Religion, politics, and…cappuccino? You may think one of these is not like the other, but nothing will tear apart an Italian dinner table faster than an uncultured American ordering a cappuccino after a meal. It may seem like a silly cultural exaggeration, but trust me, you do not want Details
The Leaning Tower of…Venice?
Much like an older sibling that seems to get all of the praise, the Leaning Tower of Pisa floats into our stream of conciousness as one of the most famous and recognizable structures in all of Italy, probably even in the world. But did you know it’s not the only radically leaning building Details
Borghi Più Belli
In 2001, Italy had a dream. Tired of hearing the same old Rome, Florence, Venice stories from excited, wide eyed travelers, the Italian Tourism Board and National Association of Italian Municipalities (ANCI) decided to spice things up a bit and broaden the average visitor’s horizons. Bo Details
Recipe: Spaghetti alla Carbonara
My favorite pasta and perhaps one of largest contributors to my Botticelli Belly has to be the Roman classic: Spaghetti alla Carbonara. Also known as the go-to dish when you’ve had a few too many beverages and you need something quick and easy to prepare, this Italian version of bacon and Details
Murano glass: the (semi) lost art
The beauty, the delicacy, the exquisite luxury of Murano glass; even if you’re not so sure what it is, you’ve certainly heard of the name. Named after the little island off of Venice where it is produced, Murano glass is the ultimate signature of elegance and wealth. Mostly known fo Details
Otranto: Italy’s Combative Gem
As summer weather quickly approaches (finally!), it is only normal to begin daydreaming about the crystalline coasts of Puglia. Full of beautiful beachside towns on both the Adriatic and Ionian seas, an abundance of fresh local foods, and overly hospitable residents, Puglia is still the Italy o Details
Napoleon’s Mountain
As much as we appreciate 5* continuous ridiculous luxury (and you know we do), sometimes a taste of authentic local life can be more memorable and rewarding than any gold plated Louis XIV indulgence.
DetailsStriking Water is the New Striking Gold
Sulfur is the name of this game. The intoxicating, sweet, delicious, and simultaneously embarrassing oh no wait it’s just the sulfur smell kind of game.
DetailsNorcia and its Piggies
Sausages, salumi, prosciutto, and truffles, oh my! Dare to believe in magical land of Norcia.
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