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FOOD AND WINE

THE UMBRIAN TABLE-TASTE THE AUTHENTIC UMBRIA.

The most noteworthy characteristic of Umbrian cuisine is its simplicity. It relies on seasonal produce and that is reflected in the dishes. It…

2 years ago

MY ITALIAN COCKTAIL CLUB—THE ART OF THE APERITIVO.

Unlock the flavors of Italy with the art of Aperitivo! Enjoyed by locals around the country for centuries, this practice…

2 years ago

LEO’S CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: 21 BESPOKE UMBRIAN GIFTS

Embrace this holiday season with my eclectic guide to 21 unique local gifts from organic farm products and fashion accessories…

2 years ago

VENICE: TO CICCHETTI OR NOT TO CICCHETTI

Get a taste of Venice's culinary delights with cicchetti, the city's version of Italian tapas but don't say that to…

2 years ago

MILANO: ITALY’S METROPOLIS

Known for its fast-paced atmosphere, old-world charm, and elegance, Milan is Italy’s most cosmopolitan city. It’s a vibrant, multicultural place…

3 years ago

NAPOLI-A CITY LIKE NO OTHER

Italy’s third-biggest city – the loud, cosmopolitan metropolis of Naples – is made up of a patchwork of neighbourhoods that…

3 years ago

CEFALU, SICILY-LAST OF THE SUMMER WARMTH.

A WEEK IN PARADISE. Cefalù is pronounced chef-a-loo, with the stress on the accented last syllable. Last October, due to…

3 years ago

CYPRUS-BIRTHPLACE OF APHRODITE.

Cyprus definitely rewards those with a sense of wanderlust. So ready yourselves as I expose all the delights this Mediterranean…

4 years ago

A MONTH OF MONDAYS IN FLORENCE.

In my post ITALIAN WAYS I mentioned that in November 2021 we spent the month in Florence whilst attending an…

4 years ago

PUGLIA- ROAD TRIPPING.

Puglia, is the most southern region of Italy forming the heel of its “boot,” and is known for its whitewashed…

4 years ago

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