Grandmothers make them for grandchildren and mothers for their children, their aroma inebriates the house and "stealing" them from the pot is almost a must! But what are we talking about? Meatballs, of course! "Polpette al sugo" represents an inevitable dish of Italian cuisine, they can be found on all...
If we had to think of a dish to associate with Sunday in Italy surely “tagliatelle al ragù” would come to mind, one of these recipes that best reflects Italian gastronomy. In Italy it is traditionally served with “tagliatelle all'uovo”, fresh egg pasta, as we will prepare it today, but...
Tuscany is one of Italy’s most venerated and visited regions in Italy welcoming up to 50 million tourists on a yearly basis. Famous for its Chianti wine, its Renaissance art, its luxurious truffles, and spectacular towns, it is no wonder that travellers flock from far and wide to experience Tuscan delights first-hand. However, whilst Florence, Siena and Pisa are never missed on a Tuscany trip, there are a whole host of hidden gems which ought to be seen. Nestled into the landscapes are charming towns which lie in wait to be discovered. Here is a list of 5 locations in Tuscany which should be added to your bucket list.
It is impossible to deny that pasta is one of the world’s most adored ingredients. Made with humble, uncomplicated ingredients (usually just flour, water and/or eggs), it can be twisted, twirled, rolled and moulded into endless varieties. Usually pasta is shaped in a certain manner so that it binds with...
‘Il dolce far niente’ technically translates as ‘the sweetness of doing nothing.’ It encapsulates an Italian philosophy of delicious idleness. Its literal translation (‘the sweetness to do nothing’) is clunky and unpoetic but beyond the tricky grammatical interpretation, the act of doing nothing in itself is also untranslatable. In Italy, ‘Il dolce far niente’ is a conscious decision to remove oneself from the strife of daily existence. It is an instinctive act rather than one which needs to be earned or which is the last resort after reaching boiling point. Whilst many cultures have glorified and glamorized working overtime, pushing limits, and constantly keeping busy this has never been a sweeping peril in Italy.
When I first moved to Rome, I didn't anticipate that my favorite day of the week would quickly become Sunday. La domenica italiana. For me and like most Italians, Sunday became my day for rest, a day for family, and ultimately, a day for food. From my first few weekends as a transformed Roman until now, Sunday is equally as comforting as it is satisfying, as I have learned to let the day's uncertainty, openness, and slowness take the lead.
I have said it before and will repeat it; despite being the third largest Italian city, Naples feels like a world of its own. Some may love it or hate it. My first trip down to the blue city was nearly a year ago, and since I haven't stopped thinking about it. So for me, it was inarguably love at first sight.
Rome wasn't built in a day. And with that being said, nor can it be explored or even understood in one. That's why I decided to make it my home three years ago. Maybe it was the light and colors, the cuisine, or the Roman people. But for whatever reason it may have been, there is something so intoxicating the Eternal City leaves on people making them return again and again, always coming back for more.
Did you know that are over 1400 islands waiting for you to explore during your Croatian summer? Any of these can be visited as a day trip but it’s recommended to spend a few days getting to know some of the bigger ones like Korčula and Mljet. Here is a short...
There are over 1400 islands and islets to explore during the Croatian summer. Between Dubrovnik and Split lie some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. The pristine waters, fresh seafood, and rich Mediterranean history belonging to the Dalmatian region can be reminiscent of neighboring Italy’s “La Dolce Vita” but has its own aura.
OK, you have now made the decision, this summer you are coming to Greece and you want to explore as much of it as possible. You are searching on the internet for good deals on hotels and Airbnb but there’s one thing that is missing from the equation, how to get...