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Food, Italy, Naples, Travel · December 17, 2019

Holiday Struffoli

Need an Italian dessert idea for Christmas dinner? Try the traditional struffoli – small balls of fried dough smothered in honey and dotted with colorful sprinkles. Fun Fact: The name struffoli is derived from the Greek word strongulos – meaning…

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Italy, Rome, Travel · November 7, 2019

Cinecittá: Italy’s Hollywood

Escape into classic Italian cinema with a timeless tour of Cinecittá Studios. Built in the late 30’s, Cinecittá houses the sets and costumes for Italy’s classic and popular films and TV shows. Some of the world’s greatest films were created…

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Food, Italy, Rome, Travel · October 30, 2019

In Search of Death’s Cookie

November in Italy is known as il Mese dei Morti (The Month of the Dead) – not just to honor the dead, but to officially mark the true start of the autumn season. The gloomy month begins with a celebration…

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Cocktails, Italy, Naples, Recipe, Travel · October 24, 2019

Il Leone Stregato

The Witches of Benevento Benevento is a historical city located about 70km northeast of Naples, in Italy’s Campania region. Known for its Roman ruins, Catholic church, and my mother’s childhood home, the city is also remembered for its eerie legends…

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Italy, Rome, Travel · October 17, 2019

Park of Monsters in the Sacred Woods

I once trekked (literally) to the medieval town of Bomarzo located near Viterbo, north of Rome; to visit the eerie Park of Monsters, also known as the Sacred Woods. As I mentioned, it was a damn trek and a half……

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Food, Italy, Naples, Travel · October 10, 2019

Restaurant: Locanda della Luna

Local Chef Honors Traditional Flavors Through Modern Cuisine [Autumn 2011] – Every time I find myself visiting friends and relatives in southern Italy (Campagna), it has become a tradition to enjoy a delicious meal at La Locanda della Luna in San Giorgio…

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Food, Italy, Rome, Travel · October 3, 2019

Maritozzo and the Modern Serenade

While living in Rome (back in 2011), I once went on a hunt for a special Roman sweet called maritozzi con panna. These sweet Roman sugar brioche buns are filled with whipped cream and served at breakfast – but I…

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Food, Italy, Rome, Travel · September 26, 2019

Rome’s Pizza al Taglio

Among many of its food specialties, Rome is also known for the pizza al taglio – which literally translates to ‘pizza by the cut’. These pizzas are long and narrow and served by the slice. They are typically found at…

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Assorted stuzzichini

Food, Italy, Rome, Travel · September 12, 2019

Stuzzichini: Supplí

Stuzzichini are small bite sized snacks typically found at bars at happy hour or served as appetizers. These bites vary from fried mozzarella, finger sandwiches, arancini, supplí, potato croquettes, and more. This post focuses on supplí specifically. Supplí are typical…

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Italy, Rome, Travel · September 5, 2019

Tasting Testaccio

From the Archives. I enjoyed a lovely day exploring the food history of Testaccio – a residential neighborhood, known for its covered market, ‘hip’ nightclubs and amazing restaurants offering traditional Roman cuisine… and the main ingredient is offal. Testaccio is named…

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Food, Italy, Naples, Travel · June 1, 2019

NAPLES: Palazzo Petrucci

Traditional Napolitan dishes with a modern flair Located on a private beach in Naples’ Posillipo Bay, Palazzo Petrucci is an exclusive Michelin star restaurant that also offers a stunning view. Petrucci’s elegant space takes up four floors – each serving…

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Food, Italy, Milan, Travel · May 21, 2019

Gialle & Co. – Baked Potato Italian-style

[Milan] – Located not far from the Moscova metro stop, is Gialle & Co. – a cozy eatery that focuses on baked potatoes with a modern Italian twist. When I first read about Gialle & Co, I was immediately intrigued…

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