Lucca, Italy (photo: Brent Petersen) Yet another entry in my long list of examples of why you should keep yourself…
Chestnut vendor in Rome (photo: Brent Petersen) One of my favorite things about being in Italy in the fall and…
Each evening, all over Italy, people come out for the "passeggiata," or stroll. Everyone takes part; young, old, rich, poor,…
In Italian, Friggitoria means fryer. And the name is apt. The local Friggitoria shop in Naples has a huge selection…
One of my favorite things about Italy is the culture's ingenious frugality. Have grape skins and stems left over from…
Homemade Limoncello is easy to make. You just need the correct ingredients and a little patience. Limoncello origin story Enjoying…
Italy is home to a vibrant film making industry that has been widely recognized over the years for its quality…
Sicily is an extraordinary place filled with gorgeous scenery, a fascinating history, and interesting people. While many famous films are…
Customers visit caffès in Naples each morning and order two espressos. But, they don't drink both. The second one is…
Your favorite culinary experience in Palermo might just be from the back of a 3-wheeled truck or a sidewalk street…