Venetian Cicchetti: Eat Like a Local in Venice
One Italian tradition to experience is Venetian cicchetti: the long-standing ritual of enjoying small savory bites in local taverns called…
Read more »Magical Cities in Italy for a Holiday Getaway
Christmas is Italy's most important and anticipated holiday, so preparations start in advance. In early December, locals decorate the streets…
Read more »10 Enchanting Christmas Markets in Italy
If you're looking for a truly festive Christmas experience, there's no better place to be than Italy. Natale in Italian…
Read more »Valle d’Aosta – Italy’s Smallest Region That Packs a Punch
Welcome to Valle d'Aosta, the smallest and least populated region in northwestern Italy. But although it might be tiny in…
Read more »9 Things a Woman Should Pack for a Trip to Italy
Italy is the world’s fashion capital, and being among the stylish locals, you’ll want to plan what you'll wear in…
Read more »Italy’s Spookiest Places and Halloween Traditions
Many think Halloween is an American tradition that is not celebrated in Italy. Surprisingly, no! And although Italy's way of…
Read more »Italian Terms That Aren’t Common Outside Europe
You may be surprised at how many new friends you make as you mingle over an aperitivo or linger in…
Read more »A Brief Guide to Italian Wine Varietals
As fall approaches and the crisp autumn air falls upon us, you can finally start enjoying all those cozy fireside…
Read more »That’s Baloney! Why You Need to Visit Bologna
Eating in Bologna is hands-down the best to visit in Italy. Isn’t it funny how we mention food when we…
Read more »Sipping in Style: 7 Classic Cafes in Rome
Italians call Rome the Eternal City, perhaps it's all the cafes in Rome that keep it awake. Each street evokes…
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