Fall is practically here, which means less outdoor barbecuing, and a return to the kitchen. And I get to turn the oven back on! I don’t…
Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe
We are currently in Puglia on an amazing culinary and culture tour, so I found it timely to share with you a little bit about one…
Glazed Pumpkin Ricotta Cookies
I have to admit, summer is not my favorite season. I have never been a fan of the excessive heat, the mosquitos, or the sweating that…
The Benefits of Traveling
“The greatest moment in a man’s life is when he sets out for an unknown land.” – Sir Richard Burton One important lesson that the Covid…
Your Go-To Travel Check List
My family and I moved from Italy to the US when I was 11 years old. Every August, we would return home for our summer break….
Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Summer is in full swing in the Northeast, and with it, so is the Italian vegetable garden. At this time, in any garden owned by Italians,…
Italy’s Most Beautiful Churches
Undoubtedly it is a fact that Italy is a treasure trove of art, history, and culture. As a result, visiting a top museum in Italy might…
The Italian Pantry: Essentials for Your Kitchen
Intro If you have been following me for a bit, I’m going to assume that perhaps you have visited Italy at some point, or just eaten…
How to Order Gelato in Italy
How to order gelato in Italy? Really? Do we really need a blog post on how to order gelato in Italy? How hard can it be?…