Food & Drink

Take an evening passeggiata across the whitewashed alleys of most any town in Puglia, and you’ll spot people leisurely sipping on local wines or cocktails and…

Crunch.  That’s not a sound that’s typically associated with world-class chocolate, but the Modican variety has an unmistakable one. Biting into a piece of…

In Puglia and Basilicata, bunches of asparagus at small greengrocers have a wild look. These lanky stalks are distant relatives of the shoots you’d find…

April 21 is the annual celebration of the founding of Rome. Given she’s got an impressive 2,776 candles on her cake this year, you might be forgiven for…

Opened in Bologna in 2017, FICO Eataly World is an Italian food, gastronomy and agriculture theme park founded and operated by Eataly, the hugely successful…

“I’m preparing an article about truffles,” I mentioned to a dinner companion. “Oooh! I love those!” she replied. “Intense chocolate!” No, I explained.  “I…

Known for its fast-paced atmosphere and fashion prowess, Italy’s industrial capital Milan has many things worth applauding. Diverse, cosmopolitan and elegant,…

“Is olive oil in coffee a thing in Italy?”  You might be forgiven for Googling some variation of that upon hearing about the launch of Starbucks’ new olive…

Easter lunch in Italy is a celebration of the colors, scents and flavors of spring. While there are common dishes and ingredients from north to south, such as…

When temperatures drop low, what’s better than a steaming hot drink to warm the body and spirit? Here are nine drinks to enjoy in Italy in winter.  Bombardino…