Easier said than done
byRecently, I came back from a three weeks travel in South-East Asia. And it’s since the day I left that I wanted to write this post. Apologies, since I won’t…
Gourmet Travels
Discovering the best ingredients around (not only) Italy, to uncover their connection with history, territory and people.
The Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Versilia
byLast weekend, the 3rd and 4th of December, I attended the 8th edition of Prim’Olio Primo Vino, the event organised by Cantine Angeli and Consorzio di Promozione Turistica della Versilia, to promote the quality…
The Classic Method and the Franciacorta DOCG
byDuring the All Saints holidays I was in Milan, and I had a free day for a daily trip. The perfect occasion to visit, finally, Franciacorta. I say “finally”, because…
Wild Blueberries of Tuscan Apennines
byWild blueberries are tiny berries, that feature much more nutrients and flavour comparing to the cultivated varietal. One of my favourite summer moments is related to blueberry harvest time. Spending…
Holiday in Versilia: 10 foods you should try
byVersilia is the name of the area where I live, and a famous tourist destination, who knew its golden age around the ’60s and the ’70s. It covers a territory of…
Elba island, my favourite beaches and food
byFor sure I’m biased, since I have been calling Tuscany home for almost ten years, but this region has really everything: outstanding food, amazing architecture, a rich biodiversity, a long…
Discovering Naples
byNaples is a must-see for every gourmet or foodie. Giving birth to the most representative Italian dishes, such as pummarola (tomato sauce) and pizza, Naples is a real Mecca for every…
Vin Santo and Cantucci
byWhen visiting a Tuscan trattoria, you certainly have been offered Cantucci and Vin Santo at the end of the meal. The famous couple is indeed iconic into the Tuscan and Italian food…
Discovering Nice, through typical food and markets
byApart from being the major town of Côte d’Azur and the fifth biggest city in France, Nice is certainly more than famous for Italians and Europeans. I visited this town for the…
Lazio gourmet, Street Food and straightforward “Primi piatti”
byMy first journey discovering Italian delights will end in Lazio. 3.500 km along the streets of half Italy, to get closer to the world of high-quality producers of my country….