High-Quality Souvenirs in Rome: What to Buy and Where to Get It
Discover where to find authentic, high-quality souvenirs in Rome — from artisan shops and edible gifts to unique paper goods and local-made treasures.
The Trevi Fountain in Rome: A Mini Guide to Its History, Legends, and Famous Coin Toss Tradition
Explore the Trevi Fountain in Rome: a Baroque masterpiece by Nicola Salvi, its fascinating legends, the coin toss tradition, and hidden emblems.
Things to Do in Naples: A Cultural Bucket List for Curious Travelers
An authentic Naples bucket list full of unique and unforgettable experiences.
What to eat in Turin
There are many things to eat in Turin, but here’s a sweet and short list of the unmissable.
My sweet (very sweet) little guide to the Trieste Salario neighborhood of Rome
Hello and welcome to Rome, my Rome! Here’s a sweet little guide to my neighborhood: Trieste Salario, the smallest neighborhood in Rome.
About the Pizzica dance, Taranta, Tarantate and the women of Puglia
This writing about the Pizzica dance, Taranta, Tarantate and the women of Puglia is from the Lecce’s Simposio, a recipe, travel, and culture book made in Italy. The story of a tarantata Let me tell you a story… We are in a small town in Salento in the...
An Italian card game for Christmas: Sputo
In this post, I’m sharing with you an Italian card game for Christmas: Sputo. Fun, easy, endlessly repeatable card game for Italian Cartate.
Florence’s Simposio: A Sinful Journey Through Florence’s Cuisine and Renaissance Stories
Florence’s Simposio is a Florentine cookbook from Italy with the city’s traditional recipes and my favorite Renaissance Florentines.
CONVIVIUM: THE ROMAN BANQUETS FOR FEASTING AND FLIRTING
When Romans wanted to celebrate, they hosted or attended a Convivium, the Roman symposium. A banquet for feasting, socializing and flirting.