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One cannot begin to understand Italy without considering the culinary traditions and differences in each of its 20 diverse regions which are woven together to create this pasta, polenta, porchetta and porcini obsessed country we know as il bel paese. Food is very heart and soul of Italy. Let’s explore more.


New Pizzeria in Buckhead, Atlanta: Krog Bar Coal Fired Pizza
Kevin Rathbun's Krog Bar has moved uptown to Buckhead with a new concept- coal fired pizza. The neighborhood was in need of more casual dining options, particularly a pizzeria. Here's a peak into the newly opened Krog Bar endeavor.


3 Blender Pasta Sauces to Beat the Summer Heat
Inspiration for my summer no-cook pasta sauces comes from a newly gifted blender (thank you, Ron). Here are 3 sauces that make an easy go-to weeknight meal!


4 Best Pizza Spots in Padova
With two new pizzerie from Naples popping up in Padova, the competition for the best pizza is on fire like a forno a legna on a Friday night! Here are my top picks...


Millefoglie- Dessert with a Thousand Layers of Perfection
Millefoglie, directly translated as one thousand leaves or layers, consists of numerous layers (maybe 1k) of crispy puff pastry separated by pastry cream. Like many dishes in Northern Italian cuisine, this tower of yumminess hails from France, where it is known as mille-feuille.


4 Must-Try Foods in Tropea, Calabria
In Calabria (the Italian region comprised of the 'toe' of the boot) they like their food spicy, onions sweet and their driving speed FAST. There are 4 foods that you must try when visiting Calabria: n'duja, onions from Tropea, peperoncino chili and tartufo for dessert.


Jewel on Lake Iseo- a Spontaneous Adventure!
We thought our lives in Italy would be filled with hitting the road and seeking out spontaneous new adventures without much of a plan, but as much as we like the idea of spontaneity, in reality our "spontaneous adventures" involve hours of research and strategic planning. But we finally did it! We had a few free days on our hands, we decided to go to Bergamo and the nearby Lago d'Iseo...


Spring has Sprung at Markets in Italy
It's Spring and vegetable markets across Italy are bursting with new items to explore, some known around the world and others yet to be discovered outside the boot.


3 Essential Dishes in Milan
Discover the 3 essential dishes Milan offers. Dive into traditional Milanese cuisine with 3 essential dishes Milan can't be missed.


Pantry Cooking- 3 Recipes for Tinned Tuna
Tuna, it's not just for your mom's mayo salad anymore! Here are my top tips for whipping up a meal in no time with this useful pantry...


The Best Ragù Bolognese
Discover the secrets of authentic Ragù Bolognese! Learn how to make this classic dish with our detailed guide.


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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


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...


A Summertime Favorite- Vitello Tonnato (Veal with Tuna Sauce)
Thinly sliced veal with a dollop of pureed tuna sauce might at first sound very strange and perhaps even downright unappetizing, but...
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