Listen to “Spring Dishes from Tuscany” on Spreaker. We head once more to beautiful Tuscany to take a peek into the rhythm of life and seasonality that makes the produce and dishes of this region so special. Show notes We talk to proud Tuscan Giulia Scarpaleggia – a food writer, video tutorial creator, and cooking […]
Listen to “Caserta Palace: A Glittering Jewel Near Naples” on Spreaker. Look beyond the more well-known Italian history of Ancient Rome and the Renaissance and head to the 18th century to learn about the wealthy and powerful Kingdom of Naples and an incredible woman from a powerful family that had influence all over Europe and […]
Listen to “Carnevale in Venice – Parties, Costumes, and more” on Spreaker. It’s Carnevale time in Venice! This annual spectacle and celebration is one of the most spectacular festivals in the world. Carnevale is somewhat similar to Mardi Gras in the United State and it is celebrated throughout Italy – with costumes, parades, feasting and […]
Listen to “Romantic places to visit in Italy and the story of San Valentino” on Spreaker. In a tribute to San Valentino (Saint Valentine), we are celebrating all the beauty and romance that is found all over Italy. Beauty and romance mean different things to different people, so one person’s swoon-worthy view from the fancy […]
Listen to “Women of Ancient Rome and Italy: The Untold Story” on Spreaker. Italy has a rich and exciting past but how many of the stories, history books and hence tours we experience in Italy are focused on the powerful male protagonists who wrote these narratives? We take a look at the past from a […]
Listen to “Visiting Sorrento? Choose from these Fun Day Trips” on Spreaker. In this episode, we take a trip to beautiful Sorrento in Campania. It is a popular place to stay for many visitors thanks to its lovely atmosphere, stunning views, delicious food, and proximity to so many fabulous places to visit. Close to, but […]
Listen to “The Unmissable Tastes of Sicily” on Spreaker. The island of Sicily, Italy’s largest island, just off the boot, is known for its rich history, traditions and culture. It’s also known for its produce, its cuisine, and its hospitality all of which lead to some incredibly tasty cooking and eating experiences. We all know […]
Listen to “Exploring Liguria beyond the Cinque Terre” on Spreaker. Home to the famous (for very good reason) Cinque Terre villages, Liguria is a region that many visitors dip into but rarely see very much of. If you’ve ever been captivated by those colorful Cinque Terre towns that seem to tumble into the sea, then […]
Listen to “Delicious Dishes to try in Piedmont” on Spreaker. Piedmont, tucked up in the northwest of Italy on the border of France and Switzerland, has a royal heritage, gorgeous rolling hills, and is covered in vineyards. With a reputation for some of the finest food and wine in Europe and less than an hour […]
Listen to “Amazing Experiences to Build into your Dream Trip to Italy” on Spreaker. Travel has a way of shifting your perspective no matter how you approach it, but with insights from someone that has traveled and experienced a country extensively, you can learn about ways to travel and things to do that will definitely […]