Category Archives: Podcast episodes

Episode #295: Favorite Food Focused Italy Travel Memories that Changed the Way I Travel

Listen to “295. Favorite Food Focused Italy Travel Memories that Changed the Way I Travel” on Spreaker. Summary In this heartfelt episode of Untold Italy, founder Katy Clarke reflects on the deep connection between food, memory, and the places that shape them. From revelatory bites of mozzarella in Naples and Puglia to family-filled pasta meals […]

Episode #294: Journey Across Northern Italy – Lakes, vineyards and truffle country

Listen to “294. Journey Across Northern Italy: Lakes, vineyards and truffle country” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Untold Italy’s new Northern Italy Tour with Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke and Chief Experience Officer Olivia Windsor. Learn what inspired the tour, their thoughtful approach to crafting immersive and meaningful […]

Episode #293: Travel Adventures in Abruzzo – Mountains, Festivals and Timeless Villages

Listen to “293. Travel Adventures in Abruzzo: Mountains, Festivals and Timeless Villages” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back Cassie Tresl, Untold Italy trip consultant and Abruzzo local from the US. Cassie reveals what makes Abruzzo so special – from vibrant festivals and family traditions to landscapes stretching from mountain peaks to the Adriatic. Life in […]

Episode #292: Secrets of the Cinque Terre – Slow Travel Insights with a Local

Listen to “292. Secrets of the Cinque Terre – Slow Travel Insights with a Local” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we are joined by Ligurian cookbook author and food experience curator Enrica Monzani for an insider’s look at one of Italy’s most iconic destinations – the Cinque Terre. Enrica shares her deep knowledge of […]

Episode #291: 8 Enchanting Italian Towns to Visit in Autumn

Listen to “291. 8 Enchanting Italian Towns to Visit in Autumn” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, host Katy shares her top eight towns that truly come alive in the golden glow of Autumn – from the mist-kissed heights of Orvieto to the lakeside serenity of Mantua and the dramatic vistas of Civita di Bagnoregio. […]

Episode #290: Modena’s Black Gold – The Art of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar

Listen to “290. Modena’s Black Gold: The Art of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar” on Spreaker. Summary This episode takes you deep into one of Italy’s most treasured culinary traditions: traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena. Giulia Tamarri, a local from Emilia-Romagna and beloved Untold Italy guide, shares the history, centuries-old process, and family traditions that keep this […]

Episode #289: Beyond Cannoli – Sweets to Seek out in Sicily

Listen to “289. Beyond Cannoli: Sweets to Seek out in Sicily” on Spreaker. Summary We are joined, in this episode, by Henna Garrison, culinary expert, Untold Italy tour guide and Sicily local, to uncover the fascinating history, unique flavors, and must-try treats – from crunchy cannoli to refreshing granita, that make Sicily a true dessert […]

Episode #288: Italy Travel Trends for 2026 and Beyond

Listen to “288. Italy Travel Trends for 2026 and Beyond” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, host Katy Clarke dives into everything you need to know about planning a trip to Italy for 2026 and beyond. From shifting travel trends and the best times to visit, to smart strategies and the rise of slow, regional […]

Episode #287: The Perfect Vine – Wine Adventures in Umbria

Listen to “287. The Perfect Vine: Wine Adventures in Umbria” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Untold Italy’s wine experts, Olivia Windsor and Andrea Mitti Rua of Italian Wine Tales, to uncover Umbria’s wine culture. From bold Sagrantino and crisp Orvieto DOC to food traditions, festivals, and vineyard visits, discover why this […]

Episode #286: Unearthing Etruscan Tuscany – City States, Sacred Roads and Remarkable Women

Listen to “286. Unearthing Etruscan Tuscany: City States, Sacred Roads, and Remarkable Women” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, anthropologist Dr. Monique Skidmore shares expert insights into the fascinating world of the ancient Etruscans. Discover how this mysterious civilization shaped Tuscany long before the rise of Rome, with their unique traditions, progressive society, and lasting […]