Italy

AffogatoAffogato

Affogato

This rich and creamy drink combines two things that Italy excels at: espresso and gelato. What is an Affogato? Notice…

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Pizza StripsPizza Strips

Pizza Strips

Everyone in Rhode Island loves Pizza Strips. Any gathering in Lil' Rhody is sure to have a box of the…

4 years ago
A Train Ride in SicilyA Train Ride in Sicily

A Train Ride in Sicily

Riding the train in Sicily, my mind wanders. The scenery leads to these thoughts. Heading south to Siracusa, oil refineries…

4 years ago
Pizzolo in SicilyPizzolo in Sicily

Pizzolo in Sicily

In Greek mythology, Kalliope is the goddess of music, song and dance. She is also the muse of epic poetry.So,…

4 years ago
Music school in Lucca, ItalyMusic school in Lucca, Italy

Music school in Lucca, Italy

Lucca, Italy (photo: Brent Petersen) Yet another entry in my long list of examples of why you should keep yourself…

4 years ago
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…in ItalyChestnuts roasting on an open fire…in Italy

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…in Italy

Chestnut vendor in Rome (photo: Brent Petersen) One of my favorite things about being in Italy in the fall and…

4 years ago
The Italian town that does the evening stroll on two wheelsThe Italian town that does the evening stroll on two wheels

The Italian town that does the evening stroll on two wheels

Each evening, all over Italy, people come out for the "passeggiata," or stroll. Everyone takes part; young, old, rich, poor,…

4 years ago
When looking for a snack in Naples, head to the FriggitoriaWhen looking for a snack in Naples, head to the Friggitoria

When looking for a snack in Naples, head to the Friggitoria

In Italian, Friggitoria means fryer. And the name is apt. The local Friggitoria shop in Naples has a huge selection…

4 years ago
An Italian bread made from scraps of doughAn Italian bread made from scraps of dough

An Italian bread made from scraps of dough

One of my favorite things about Italy is the culture's ingenious frugality. Have grape skins and stems left over from…

5 years ago
How to make Limoncello at homeHow to make Limoncello at home

How to make Limoncello at home

Homemade Limoncello is easy to make. You just need the correct ingredients and a little patience. Limoncello origin story Enjoying…

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