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Homes for sale in Tuscany Italy? + A Tuscan Home Makeover
In this week's episode of my Flavor of Italy podcast, I chatted with Dena Fenza, a prominent figure on Instagram known for her recipes, style tips, and …
At cheesemaker La Maremmana in Tuscany, just 2 hours north of Rome, buffalo milk is transformed into a myriad of buffalo cheeses by master cheesemaker Francesco, hailing from the famed dairy region of Battipaglia. La …
Traditional Italian Risotto Recipes at Tenuta San Carlo.
In this episode Tenuta San Carlo owner, Ariane Lotti, and I explored the Organic Marvels of Tenuta San Carlo: A Journey into Sustainable Rice Farming.
Normally we …
Unlocking the Charms of Molise: Italy's Best-Kept Wine Secret
Italy, renowned for its illustrious wine heritage, harbors hidden gems beyond the …
The Historical Narrative of Horse Meat Recipes & Cuisine in Italy:
When it comes to culinary customs, the journey across different cultures often …
Italian American food and cuisine is a flavorful fusion of Old World Italian traditions and New World influences, shaped by generations of Italian …
Sicilian Cooking Classes at the Anna Tasca Lanza Cooking School in the Heart of Sicily.
Tucked away on an estate in the countryside south of Palermo …
Andrea Semonella, a Genoa local and co-founder of the popular website Discover Genoa, is dedicated to exploring the city. With a passion for food, …
If you think of Romeo and Juliet when you think of Verona you'd be right: Juliet's balcony is right in the city center.
Or maybe Verona conjures up …
Blogger couple Ilene and Gary Modica of Our Italian Journey share why they chose Lucca in Tuscany for their retirement home almost from the moment they entered this charming walled city.
Lucca is a city on the Serchio …
Part 2 is a deeper dive chat with the delightful author of Pasta Every Day, Meryl Feinstein. Our original recording was close to two hours, and it …
Meryl Feinstein is charming and humble and a clever, creative, accomplished pasta maker and cookbook author. In just five years from when Meryl first …
Recently one of my Substack newsletter subscribers, a wheelchair user, asked if I'd do a podcast episode all about Italy accessibility information for wheelchair users and those with a mobility/physical disability. So …
You've probably wondered about the importance of a wine glass, and whether it really matters which glass you choose. I know I have! The short answer is yes – and no.
Today sommelier Cynthia Chaplin and I delved into …
Jeannie Marshall's new book, All Things Move, opens the door to a thoroughly new way of experiencing the Sistine Chapel, and the magnificence of Michelangelo's work.
All Things Move: Learning to Look in the Sistine …
The perfect Christmas holiday Day Trip from Rome is a visit to the northern Lazio hill town, Greccio. It's a tiny little town but this year it's the …
Bologna is the city of porticoes, Europe's oldest university, amazing towers and culinary delights you can't even imagine. If you're hankering for …
Everything you need to know this Thanksgiving!
* Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas & Pro-Tips: Truffles, Turkey, Pork Belly!
* How to ditch holiday …
The Piedmont Region is Italy's overlooked, "hidden" gem!
This is a region overflowing with culinary goodies: Barolo and Barbaresco wine, Alba white …
Last week we took a deep dive into Piedmont and its luscious food and wine, closing our visit at the 500 year-old Tenuta Carretta for lunch. The …
For a dip into the past - not centuries ago, but 1,000 years ago - to the magnificent Tenuta Spannocchia in Tuscany, not far from Siena. Here you'll experience country accommodation with delicious hearty meals of …
Sperlonga: a secret southern Lazio coastal hill town with fabulous views, rich history, luscious seafood and wine, award-winning beaches, nearby …
Trento DOC is an appellation for white and rosé sparkling wine made in Trentino, Italy. Trentino developed this appellation, the second in the world after Champagne, to ensure quality and distinction. Only Chardonnay, …
The fifteenth century Villa Taverna, commissioned by Cardinal Consalvi. Beginning in 1933, the U.S. Embassy rented the Villa from Taverna’s daughter. During World War II the property managed to avoid destruction by …
The fifteenth century Villa Taverna, commissioned by Cardinal Consalvi, was first rented by the U.S. Embassy in 1933. The Villa and its historical gardens are filled with valuable art from antiquity through the …
Nicki Storey's Positano-based debut novel, A Boatful of Lemons, takes place in Positano, the breathtaking cliffside village on Italy's Amalfi Coast. …
If you think Italian has been around forever, you'd be wrong: up until 1871 when the Kingdom of Italy was formed, the Italian peninsula consisted of …
No better way to understand What Italian Kids Eat than speaking to two local Italian experts… age 4 and 8!
My podcast guests today are a charming …
If you love hot chili peppers (peperoncini), then check out this episode all about the world's #1 hot chili pepper festival in the exquisite Italian coastal town of Diamante, Calabria. It's five days of music and …
Casalvento: House of the Wind is a brand new book that tells the tale of two Tuscan wineries in the Chianti Classico wine-making area. It's the …
The best Italy books that cover the gamut of exactly what you're looking for in a great summer read.
Think easy beach reading fiction, or must-read Italian classics, biographies, travel narratives and more. These books …
Rice cultivation in Italy dates back to the days of Leonardo Da Vinci and owes its beginnings to the efforts of this Renaissance genius. He developed …
A new and vibrant take on Italy's classic bitter-sweet amaro liqueur, Amaro Santoni is at its best served as an aperitivo: think Santoni Spritz, Santoni Negroni..
Amaro Santoni Managing Partner Luca Missaglia and I dug …
How to beat the heat (and crowds) in Italy this summer! Seek out water, every way you can...fountains, pools, lakes, seaside. Rome is hot in the …
I've become a fan of native Italian grapes, and I'm somewhat of a purist when I choose my wines, mostly drinking single varietal native grape Italian …
Eliot is a sustainable and 100% Italian brand born from owner and creator Mariachiara Giacomel's vision while breastfeeding her second daughter Tea. Not satisfied with the clothes she had in her closet nor with those …
The top 5 ways to pollinate your vegetable garden for a guaranteed bumper crop, and how to create your perfect garden ecosystem.
Have you ever …
Here's what's being said about Cucina Povera:
“As a home cook that likes to stretch every ingredient as far as possible, Giulia Scarpaleggia’s Cucina …
Alberto Grandi recently published a book that puts into question Italy's food, beverage and recipe classification system. His book, Denominazione di Origine Inventata, puts forth the theory that many foods, and recipes, …
From the 17th century until now, after a century of total abandonment, the historic family Casale in the Piedmont rice growing region with its …
What Michelangelo's David, the Two Towers of Bologna, and the San Giorgio Bridge in Genoa have in common.
To find out listen to today's fascinating …
Tomatoes aren't native to Italy but they’ve become the reigning queen of the Italian table: they're umami-rich, with hundreds - if not thousands - of varieties in Italy.
Although tomatoes are the queen of the Italian …
A new window into the hidden treasures of Sardinia, one of the most enigmatic places in Italy
"At last, a grand companion to the mysterious and enchanting island of Sardinia. Known to most travelers for its beaches, …
Vignarola is a celebration of spring and tastes just like spring in a dish. Prepare it at that magical moment when winter turns to spring and …
If you visited Pompeii in the past, don't think for a minute you can take it off your bucket list!
Only 2/3 of Pompeii has been excavated.
Excavations and incredible discoveries occur almost monthly, and some of the …
When you visit Rome make a quick trip Florence: By train you'll be in the heart of Florence in 1 1/2 hours!
My one day itinerary for a gastronomic …
The Top Influential Women in Italian Wine are winery owners, winemakers, sommeliers, enologists, educators, bloggers and influencers.
Some women have …
The 2023 theme “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”
highlights the countless women who have used their voice and creativity to tell stories that educate, inspire, and entertain audiences around the world.
The theme …
PECORINO CHEESE: WHAT IS IT ANYWAY?
Pecorino cheese is any hard, semi-hard or fresh cheese that is made using sheep's milk. Seven pecorino cheeses have protected designation of origin status, or DOP, under the European …
Women’s History Month, and the 2023 theme “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories” - Four Italian women storytellers from the 1900s:
Alba de Céspedes - Novelist Storyteller, and her newly released "The Forbidden …
A roundup of Milan's best restaurants, tastiest classic dishes and must-visit cultural icons, + the food (& drink) Milan is famous for.
“Milan is …
Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy's - and the world's - most renowned red wines. Made in Montalcino Tuscany - near thermal baths, cheese …
What you need to know before moving to Italy!
Lots of details to think about! You need to sort out your finances, learn some Italian, choose your housing (did you know there are all kinds of free housing opportunities …
There are so many myths - and little known truths - about the life of a gladiator back in Roman times. Were there female gladiators? Did gladiators battle wild animals? How were gladiators treated? Were gladiators …
So much of what we assume is fact about gladiators comes from what we've seen in movies, or read in novels. This fascinating two part podcast episode …
Molise - listener questions answered:
"What's Molise anyhow? I thought it was part of the Abruzzo region? Is it?"
Molise is a tiny little Italian …
Don't miss the unexplored, little-known Abruzzo region!
The Abruzzo region offers an abundance of history, culture and Abruzzo region food …
Neapolitan pizza-making is the ultimate proof that Italy's super power is deliciousness. It's on the UNESCO intangible world heritage list.
Want to …
The fantastic world of honey and the many things you probably don't know about it!
Did you know that almost all beekeeper’s honeybees are Italian?
Or that only the female bee produces honey and she produces a mere 1/12 …
One of the joys of the Holiday Season is baking cookies, and other delicious treats. They make great gifts and are a pleasure to bring to the table …
Some of the tastiest winter ingredients for the holidays are also the most difficult to pair with wine. Sometimes they're served savory and sometimes …
Wondering what actually goes on during an olive oil harvest in Italy? Join me for our olive harvest at Flavor of Italy in Rome, and as we ready the …
If you're looking for delicious pie recipes for your Thanksgiving holiday spread I have you covered!
Add our new and unique pie and tart recipes to …
The Cilento: a secret coastal gem south of Rome & Naples - archaeological wonders, unparalleled beauty, pristine beaches, delicious seafood...do …
3 things you don't know about cheese..but should!
For example: Did you know that ALL cheese over 60 days old has ZERO lactose? It's great news for …
The rich and multifaceted story of Italian-Americans, Italian immigrants in the U.S. and the Italian Enclaves Historical Society backstory
Ray …
If you're looking for a spectacular and still undiscovered region in Italy to explore look no further than Basilicata.
On author Karen Haid's website …
Here are your top must-know tips on ordering coffee in Italy!
Two Italian coffee aficionados tell you exactly what you need to know about Italian …
Stuff you probably DON'T know about Rome!
Elyssa Bernard from Romewise and I have lived in Rome for decades and know the Eternal City inside and out. Here are 14 Hidden Gems in Rome that are off the beaten path for most …
Rome’s Jewish Ghetto is an often overlooked treasure of Rome. This neighborhood is rich in archaeological and cultural heritage, delicious …
Although Italy is a bit late to the rosé wine party it's producing some spectacular rosé wines that you have to try!
First of all a good rosé wine …
Are you wondering what you should read this summer? If you love Italy I've got you covered with this great selection of books!
Brand new author C. …
The Joy of Gianduia Chocolate from Torino was born from necessity centuries ago: a brilliant creation, with a luscious texture and flavor profile of …
Find out how Armando and friends slaughtered and broke down a pig and made all kinds of pork delicacies over the span of one morning in his mother's garage. The delicious pork products they made included luscious …
The Trevi Fountain is on everyone's Rome bucket list, BUT there are six surprising facts about the Trevi Fountain you’ve never heard before. Tune in to find out!
Head to the Flavor of Italy website for all the details, …
Some vibrant food memories from childhood and the science behind them.
And some favorite Italian recipes like pasta alla carbonara and why some cooks like to modify classic recipes and others are diehards and stick …
Are you visiting Rome this summer and wondering what to do? If you'd like a unique, truly Roman experience then head to one of Rome's theaters for …
Your carbon footprint and some surprising things you probably don't know but should be aware of. For example:
*Should you replace old appliances …
4 Summer Recipes to check out for 2022: easy Italian recipes that make the most of great summer ingredients.
And that's not all:
There's a round-up of more easy summer recipes,
Summer pasta recipes to check out, and
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Eggs in Italy – what you need to know, plus some curiosities about Italian eggs that'll surprise you: why are Italian eggs never refrigerated? Why …
If you want to know all about local Venice wines then don't miss this episode!
Like the Venissa winery right in the heart of the Venice Lagoon. Make a day of it: the winery is a special and unique place to visit with a …
The Latinist is a modern day reimagining of the Apollo and Daphne myth, a page-turning suspense novel of power, ambition, love and obsession. The …
Five artisanal Italian designers you need to know: Manfredilab Rome, a shared venue to showcase 5 women Italian designers.
Manfredilab, Rome - where …
Whenever I'm in Naples I make sure to head to a Neapolitan pastry shop so I can pick up some of the very best of Neapolitan pastries like Pastiera …
Jacobini wine is a NEW fresh and crisp organic IGP white wine, produced in the rolling hills of Ariccia just south of Rome in the Lazio region.
The …
Culinary tours tend to be repetitive so why not add a unique twist to your fabulous food week in Italy?
Think about this: Italy is tied for the …
Mystery and intrigue in Venice are the backdrop for Rob Samborn's debut novel about souls trapped in Tintoretto's Paradise and a Venetian secret …
A "pandemic pivot" born out of necessity turned into a whole new business, Beehive Bagels.
Beehive Bagels delivers real American bagels in Rome and …
Elisa's goal was to share authentic Italian pasta with Americans so they could experience delightful and delicious Italian pasta: fresh egg-based …
Anchovies are the number one umami-rich food and there are all kinds of ways to incorporate anchovies into your recipes – as the protagonist or as an almost imperceptible magic ingredient.
Anchovies are one of the most …
In the case of church bells in Rome it's unlikely there's anyone ringing the bells up in the bell tower because almost all Roman churches now have an …
This week the Flavor of Italy podcast hit a milestone: 100 episodes! We've been celebrating all week – head to the show notes to find out how we've been celebrating!
AND a special Thank You to Feedspot for including …
Lazio is starting to rock as a wine producing region with some wonderful Lazio wine producers doing great things to raise the profile of Lazio wines. …
I'm an Italian coast and island person and I loved chatting with Elisabeth, Blue Star Positano owner about their private boat tours, daylong cruises and boat rentals that offer unforgettable Amalfi coast experiences.
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Cooking and traveling with Ursula Ferrigno: Italian culinary educator, cookbook author and leader of occasional small group tours to Italy.
Ursula’s …
Pamela Sheldon Johns - travel itineraries, Tuscan accommodation, organic olive oil and cookbooks.
Pamela and her husband Johnny own and run Poggio …
Listen to today's fascinating chat with food historian and cookbook author Francine Segan: she's written six cookbooks and lectures worldwide on Italian food topics.
Mario Batali says that "food historian and author …
The Flavor of Venice is cicchetti and an ombra (small glass of wine), chocolate & coffee tastings, Murano glass, Burano lace and color, gondolas.
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Until I came upon Kenneth R. Rosen's article, the Joy of Casting in Italian Waters, I'd never associated the pleasure of fly fishing with Italy. It turns out that fly fishing is indeed a passion throughout Italy and …
The historic holiday Baj Panettone is made with a 100 year old mother yeast. Cesare Baj, the 7th generation owner of the Baj Panettone company, …
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