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Living in Italy Part-Time, Year One
What is it really like as an American living in another culture on another continent? Is it la dolce vita every day? People often ask that..
ItaliAndrea
Jan 19, 20253 min read


The Orient Express- 26 Hours Aboard the World's Most Iconic Train
The Venice Simplon Orient Express (VSOE), renowned as the world's most iconic train, was designed in the late 1800's to transport...
ItaliAndrea
Jan 12, 20253 min read


Panettone, the Christmas Cake of Italy
Panettone is wildly popular throughout Italy and no respectable Christmas table would be complete without it. Originating from Milan...
ItaliAndrea
Dec 18, 20243 min read


Lunch with the World Famous Tuscan Butcher, Dario Cecchini
Join on a culinary adventure as we share our experience of indulging in a delectable lunch with the legendary Tuscan butcher...
ItaliAndrea
Dec 4, 20242 min read


Great Stay in the Sardinia Mountains- Hotel Su Gologne
Uncover the ultimate Sardinian adventure at Hotel Su Gologne. Immerse in traditional Sardi style, explore the mountains, and savor unique...
ItaliAndrea
Nov 21, 20242 min read


Reasons to Visit the Sardinia Coast in Off-Season October
Discover the stunning off-season Sardinia coast in October. With warm weather and serene beaches, it's the perfect time to explore this...
ItaliAndrea
Nov 13, 20242 min read


40 Hours in Cagliari, Sardinia
Experience the best of Cagliari, Sardinia in 40 hours! Explore the vibrant fish market, savor local delicacies, and soak in the seaside...
ItaliAndrea
Nov 6, 20242 min read


A Peek Behind Closed Doors- FAI Weekend throughout Italy
Similar to the National Trust, FAI opens hundreds of private villas, palaces, gardens, churches, and sites across Italy to the public...
ItaliAndrea
Oct 31, 20242 min read


The Largest Antique Market in Italy- Parma
Twice a year, the antique market in Parma is held for 10 days during March and October. Vendors travel from across all regions of Italy and
ItaliAndrea
Oct 22, 20242 min read


The Delta One Lounge JFK- Worthy of a Layover!
Delta opened its inaugural Delta One Lounge (the Delta branded first class on long haul flights) in JFK airport, Terminal 4 between...
ItaliAndrea
Oct 16, 20243 min read


Layover at MXP Airport? 6 Reasons to Visit Milan
There are many reasons Milan deserves a visit, but here are the top 6 reasons I suggest adding a couple of days to your itinerary and explore this elegant city! Yes, it's the fashion and finance capital of Italy, but Milano has many more charms to behold. THE DUOMO DI MILANO 1- The Duomo, its Roof & the Galleria The Duomo di Milano is the heart of the city and its piazza is livingroom to everyone, locals and tourists alike. Book a date and time slot online to visit the roof a
ItaliAndrea
Oct 8, 20243 min read


SPRITZ- The Art of Italian Aperitivo
For decades Italians have adored lo spritz, which is a concoction of equal parts sparkling wine (usually Prosecco), sparkling water and a...
ItaliAndrea
Oct 2, 20241 min read


How to Spend 2 Days in the Willamette, Oregon Wine Country
With more than 600 wineries, welcoming locals, and high quality wines, Willamette is a must-visit destination for any fan of pinot noir...
ItaliAndrea
Sep 24, 20243 min read


4 Best Bacari (Wine Bars) to try in Venice
Bacari, the Venetian word for wine bars that serve small tapas-like snacks called cicchetti are abundant throughout Venice. The highest...
ItaliAndrea
Sep 17, 20242 min read


3 Simple Recipes to Cook with Gin
Over the past decade gin has become the darling of the spirits world. Countries all over the globe make gin enhanced with everything from...
ItaliAndrea
Sep 10, 20243 min read


How to recycle, Venetian-style
"Friulane" slippers were historically made from retired Venetian velvet curtains and recycled bicycle tires for the soles. In the post-war..
ItaliAndrea
Sep 5, 20241 min read


How Low Can You Go? Lowest Altitude Winery in the World
Situated on one of the numerous islands in the Venetian lagoon, Mazzorbo Island is an unusual location for a winery, because it's at sea lev
ItaliAndrea
Aug 27, 20243 min read


4 Easy Steps to Perfect Panzanella (Tomato and Bread Salad)
August brings abundance to the garden. Here are 4 easy steps to creating something yummy to go alongside any meat from the grill
ItaliAndrea
Aug 21, 20241 min read


Day trip to the hills! Colli Euganei
Outstanding wine, delicious food, prize-winning olive oil, beautiful landscapes, and minimal tourists - what's not to love? If you find...
ItaliAndrea
Aug 14, 20242 min read


Italian Sparkling Wine Decoded
Metodo classico, charmant method, prosecco, Franciacorta- what's it all about?
ItaliAndrea
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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