I grew up in a small town in Southern Italy called Palermiti, in the province of Catanzaro, in Calabria. If you were to look at a map,…
Your Guide to Visiting Eastern Sicily
I have always had a particular fondness for Eastern Sicily, and Sicily in general. Of all the Italian regions, Sicily seems the most authentic there is….
Italian Rice Salad
Summer is salad season in my household, but this is not your everyday salad. There are no lettuce leaves in this one; in fact, it is…
Limoncello Tiramisù
Espresso tiramisù is one of my favorite desserts to enjoy when visiting a local Italian pastry shop. But it’s also one of my favorites to make…
Keeping Your Cool During Summer Travels
Summer is in full swing, which means that summer travels are on! And so is the heat! I returned from Italy on July 3rd, and by…
The Advantages of Joining a Group Tour
When I started my business, I purposely decided not to use the word “tour” in my business name. The word has a lot of misconceptions, so…
Pistachio Amaretti Cookies
It seems that more and more people are following a gluten-free lifestyle these days. I have been getting requests for gluten-free recipes, so today, I wanted…
Lemon Sgroppino
Summer is in full swing, which means BBQs, lighter foods like salads and grilled chicken, and refreshing desserts. In my opinion, you can’t go wrong with…
Bologna is for Food Lovers
Bologna is the largest city in the Northern region of Emilia-Romagna. Bologna is also the capital of the region. A rich city, known for its prestigious schools, medieval…