Food Blog

Did you know that you already missed Father's Day this year? The Italian Father’s Day, that is. While this holiday is celebrated in June in the United States, Father’s Day in Italy actually takes place on March 19. This is because true Italians celebrate Father’s Day on Saint Joseph’s Day. How else would a predominantly [...]

In Italy, when you’re not drinking water, you’re drinking one of two things: coffee or wine. The latter attracts travelers, wine enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs from all over the globe. Italian wine is about as ancient as the country itself and is therefore a large part of what it means to be Italian. In other [...]

There are many things you must do when you visit Rome, Italy, and trying the best gelato the city has to offer is definitely one of them. Next to pizza and pasta, gelato is one of the foods for which Italy is most famous. In the debate of gelato vs. ice cream, gelato wins when [...]

We get it: Rome is one of the best cities in the world. While there is no argument there, there are thousands of other cities in Italy that also deserve to be experienced. If you’re planning a trip to Italy and you’re looking for the top travel sites that aren’t the Colosseum or Vatican City, [...]

There are hundreds of picturesque beaches on the coasts of Italy, making having to pick just a dozen a difficult task. In fact, Italy is essentially all coastline, being surrounded on almost all sides by the Mediterranean, Tyrrhenian, Adriatic, and Ionian Seas. Without question, the Amalfi Coast is one of the best places to visit [...]

Napoli Buffalo Mozzarella: A popular appetizer at Italian restaurants, this mild and tender cheese is typically served with slices of tomato and basil. Pizza Margherita: A melty and delicious combo of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Sfogliatelle: A flaky pastry with a sweet and creamy ricotta filling.Cagliari Sardinian Pasta: A semolina flour and water pasta that is cut into [...]

You did it! You finally booked your trip to Italy! So, now what? Well, aside from remembering to pack your toothpaste, sunscreen, and maybe some aftershave, there is a lot to keep in mind while traveling through the beautiful and historical land of Italy. Here are 10 travel tips for enjoying your summer in Italy. Prepare [...]

Italy is enchanting any time of year, but the spring season is something else entirely. Called the 'shoulder’ season by travel insiders, early spring draws fewer crowds because summer vacation for families hasn't started yet. For those that can get away a few months earlier, this means cheaper airfare, reduced hotel rates, and fewer people [...]