Category: Italy

Santo Stefano Bologna: History, Food, Culture & Things to Do

Neighborhood Overview and History  Santo Stefano is a neighborhood where Bologna’s historic character really shines. It’s among the oldest parts of the city, with a long history shaped by centuries of religious and civic life that have left their mark on the streets the Bolognese people still walk today. You’ll...

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A Guide to the Top Wineries in Sicily and their Finest Wines

Sicily is home to some of Italy’s most sought-after wines, which is quite a testament when its counterparts include Tuscany and Piedmont. The island’s volcanic soils, varied climate, and millennia-old wine-making traditions have made it a prestigious wine region in Italy and internationally. Distinct local wines like Marsala, Nero d’Avola,...

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3 Best Pizzerias in Palermo, Sicily

Sicilian pizza, which is known on the Island of Sicily as sfincione, is very popular on the streets of Palermo. You can find it in bars, sit-down restaurants, pizzerias and even street food stalls. While it can be served as an entrée, small portions of sfincione can even show up...

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8 Most Famous Sicilian Foods

Sicilian food is influenced by Italian, Norman, Arab, Greek, and Spanish traditions, which is why the island has long been praised for its captivating cuisine. Every region in Italy has unique qualities, preparation techniques, and ingredients, but Sicily takes things up a notch. My passion for the island’s diverse culinary...

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Sicilian Appetizers: A Flavorful Start to Every Meal

Sicily is an island that has been influenced by many other cultures. Each leaves its own mark on her eclectic modern cuisine. This is reflected best in Sicilian appetizers which showcase the island’s ethnic diversity as well as the bounty of its local ingredients. Appetizers like arancine and sfincione are...

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Sicilian Christmas Desserts

Sicily has rich culinary traditions that show up in a staggering array of vibrant and flavorful Christmas-time desserts. This includes classics like Buccellato and Cassata that have been passed down through Sicilian families for generations. They’re the sort of things that are handmade with love and care to be shared...

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What is a Typical Sicilian Breakfast?

You wouldn’t be alone in assuming Sicilian breakfasts are much like those in other parts of Italy. However, if you’ve been to this diverse island before, you’ll know that things typically run a little differently in Sicily! I’ve touched on the classic Sicilian breakfast throughout my Palermo food tours, but...

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8 Best Sicilian Pasta Dishes You Should Try

Is there anything to say about Sicilian food that hasn’t already been said? This sun-kissed Italian island in the Mediterranean has a culinary scene like no other. Its pasta dishes are particularly distinguished, from the hearty pasta alla norma to the vibrant flavors of pasta con le sarde. If you’ve...

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Must-Try Roman Desserts: A Sweet Guide to Ancient Rome’s Best Treats

Before moving to Rome, I was more concerned with the likes of carbonara, suppli, and cacio e pepe, and other Italian foods than with Roman desserts. After years of calling this city home, it’s safe to say that things have changed! The city’s saccharine delights are an integral part of...

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