Alongside the Colosseum, Rome’s Pantheon is perhaps the most iconic remnant of the ancient Roman Empire. The Roman Pantheon is truly an architectural wonder. Its impressive design, scientific and harmonious proportions, and striking elegance remind the visitor of the glory of the great Roman Empire. Why visit the Pantheon? The Pantheon has stood for nearly […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes
Episode #255: Beyond Pizza – Unforgettable Naples and her many Treasures
Listen to “255. Beyond Pizza: Unforgettable Naples and her many Treasures” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Untold Italy favorite Corinna Cooke. Corinna is the author of best selling book series Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy and runs boutique group tours for women in Italy, spending much of her year in […]
Planning, Podcast episodes
Episode #254: 2025 Italy Trip Planning – Important Changes and Tips to Know
Listen to “254. 2025 Italy Trip Planning: Important Changes and Tips to Know” on Spreaker. Summary Dreaming of traveling to Italy in 2025? In this episode of Untold Italy, we’re diving into the essential tips and key updates you’ll need to ensure your trip goes off without a hitch. Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke covers […]
The world-famous Parmigiano-Reggiano, aged balsamic vinegar, and prosciutto di Parma all come from Emilia-Romagna, and the region is home to more than a few dishes that are quintessentially thought of when the world thinks of Italian cuisine (lasagne, tortellini, and anything featuring these prized DOP-certified ingredients). But there are plenty of dishes from both the […]
Sicily is full of amazing destinations, from cities like Catania and Siracusa in the east to Trapani and Marsala in the west; from the Greek temples and ancient ruins of the countryside to coastal destinations. And the food of Sicily is as enticing and varied as the vast, culturally rich island itself; so large that […]
The Amalfi Coast: The name alone has a way of conjuring magical, dreamy visions of seaside villages and surreally blue waters that run through many people’s minds when they think of “Italy.” Food from the amalfitana cuisine is equally dreamy, with foundational ingredients – especially bright lemons from the trees stretching way up high to […]
Venice is a remarkable place – a beautiful city consisting of over a hundred islands connected by canals and bridges. From the city center to the less frequented Torcello island, there are plenty of things to visit, meaning it gets pretty busy. So, planning a trip in the off-season might be the most promising thing […]
Listen to “253. Buon Natale! Italian Christmas Traditions” on Spreaker. Summary In this special holiday episode, we’re diving into the beautiful world of Italian Christmas traditions. From the enchanting decorations that light up cities like Florence and Rome to the unique presepi or nativity scenes found all over the country, but can be found on […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes
Episode #252: Let’s go skiing in Italy – The Dolomites, Alps, and Beyond
Listen to “252. Let’s go skiing in Italy: The Dolomites, Alps, and Beyond” on Spreaker. Summary We head to the mountains and peaks of Italy in this week’s episode. You may be surprised to learn that only one of Italy’s 20 regions doesn’t have a ski resort with the Italians heading from their cities and […]
Food in Puglia is just about universally beautiful, even though this is largely true for any Italian region. Puglia is blessed with some of the best raw materials that make up the cuisine: mozzarella and the whole category of fresh cheeses known as latticini, seafood from the heavenly blue waters that doesn’t have to travel […]