Category Archives: Podcast episodes

Episode #249: Italy’s Unique Interior Styles and Where to Find Treasures

Listen to “249. Italy’s Unique Interior Styles and Where to Find Treasures” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back our friend and Italian real estate expert Nikki Taylor. Nikki, who has called Italy home for the past decade, shares the nuances of Italian interior design from her experiences living in Bolzano and now the sun-drenched region […]

Episode #248: Mangia! How to Eat Your Way Through Italy with Maria Pasquale

Listen to “248. Mangia! How to Eat Your Way Through Italy with Maria Pasquale” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we’re diving into Italy’s rich culinary heritage with Maria Pasquale, a food and travel journalist from Australia, who has lived in Rome for over 13 years and has been visiting Italy since she was a […]

Episode #247: New Ways to Research Your Trip to Italy

Listen to “247. New Ways to Research Your Trip to Italy” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we dive into the best resources for researching your Italian adventure and some of the pitfalls you may find along the way. We also introduce Zia, a fun and free new tool to streamline your trip-planning process. Zia, […]

Episode #246: Exploring Sicily’s Volcanic Vineyards – Mount Etna Wines

Listen to “246. Exploring Sicily’s Volcanic Vineyards: Mount Etna Wines” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back our wine experts Olivia Windsor and Andrea Mitti Rua, founders of Italian Wine Tales, for this episode on the wines of Sicily’s Mount Etna. Curious about wines made from grapes grown on the slopes of an active volcano? We […]

Episode #245: Siena – Medieval Wonders, the Famous Palio, and Sweet Treats

Listen to “245. Siena: Medieval Wonders, the Famous Palio, and Sweet Treats” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome first-time podcast guest but long-time tour guide, Annarita Ferranti to dive into the enchanting city of Siena. Annarita moved to Siena at 18 for her studies later becoming a professional tour guide and sommelieSiena, with its picturesque location […]

Episode #244: How to eat like a Roman

Listen to “244. How to Eat like a Roman” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome Denyse Pantaleo of Devour Tours, an award-winning food tour company. Devour’s company ethos celebrates the passion for food, the diversity, and how it connects to a city’s history. With food being a constant topic of conversation in Italy, […]

Episode #243: Staying Safe in Italy – Tips and Tricks for Avoiding Scams and Theft

Listen to “243. Staying Safe in Italy: Tips and Tricks for Avoiding Scams and Theft” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, Untold Italy founder Katy is addressing a topic that comes up frequently in our Italy Travel Planning Facebook Community – the safety of you and your belongings. With tips and insights on how to […]

Episode #242: Tastes of Tuscany in Fall

Listen to “242. Tastes of Tuscany in Fall” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we dive into the vibrant Fall/Autumn traditions with food writer and cookbook author Giulia Scarpaleggia of Juls’ Kitchen, exploring everything from the art of making grape focaccia and chestnut delights to the significance of freshly pressed olive oil. Discover how to […]

Episode #241: Parmigiano Reggiano – A Story of Precision and Passion

Listen to “241. Parmigiano Reggiano: A Story of Precision and Passion” on Spreaker. Summary We are talking about the King of Cheese in this episode, where we are joined by experts Giulia Tamarri and Alessandro Stocchi to unravel the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano. From the unique cow breeds and traditional artisanal methods to perfect pairings […]

Episode #240: Money Matters – Italy travel tips on cards, cash and more

Listen to “240. Money Matters: Italy travel tips on cards, cash and more” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we’re diving into some essential money tips for your Italian adventures. Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke shares invaluable advice on navigating the Euro, using debit and credit cards, and managing cash in Italy. From the benefits […]