This entire past week, I have been stuck at home sick with a bout of diffuse colitis that came seemingly out of nowhere. So how did…

I’ve just returned from a wintertime trip to Italy, and I can’t stop thinking about the incredible grocery stores filled to the brim with dried fruits…

Some of my fondest memories of growing up in southern Italy revolve around food—especially my mom’s baking. As a stay-at-home mom, baking was her favorite pastime,…

Many of you reading this have asked me whether you can still join one of my culinary tours if you have dietary restrictions. The answer is a…

Italy is one of the world’s most beloved travel destinations—iconic food, historic cities, stunning coastlines, and a culture that seems designed for wandering. But many visitors…

In a few short days, the Winter Olympics will arrive in Italy, with events spread across Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, (pictured above) and the dramatic sweep of…

Italian cuisine has officially been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, marking a historic milestone for Italy and global food culture. The…

I have a strange confession to make: I am one of those rare people who genuinely enjoys flying. I suppose that’s a good thing, considering I…

Italy has a way of getting under your skin. Most people arrive with a checklist—Rome, Florence, Venice; pasta, wine, gelato—and leave realizing that what mattered most…