Lots of roadside vendors in Campania, selling fresh fruits and vegetables. Not only a colorful display, but delicious as well. We treated ourselves to fresh tomatoes and peppers.

Erice is deservedly famous for its almonds; this display of almond biscotti was delectable.

Three men enjoy a nice evening as they dine outside at a restaurant.

Basket of fresh mushrooms presented at table in the restaurant Antica Botte in Scansano, Tuscany.

Our first day in Lecce, we asked the receptionist for a lunch recommendation. We were told to go to Cittadino and this was our fantastic lunch with a glass of rose.

True Italian Gelato

Strolling through Trastevere one afternoon, this ristorante was displaying a sample from it's luncheon menu.

Tuscany has no shortage of interesting little food shops, where you can satisfy any appetite. In this tiny gem of a store, for instance, you can find "Prodotti tipici Toscani," or "typical products from Tuscany," including cheeses, meats, breads, mushrooms and more. Go ahead, bring some home!

A street vendor in Palermo

A taste of pasta coated in pesto is shared between friends.