The Eternal City of Rome is best known for seamlessly blending the past Empire’s rich history into the modern day bustle of Italy’s famous capital and the Pantheon in the heart of Rome is no exception. One of the most famous historical attractions, located in the heart of the city center, is the Pantheon in…
It’s not surprising that they say that everyone falls in love with Rome, with so much history in the city, how could you not? The city of Rome is essentially an outdoor museum which allows its visitors to step back through several eras by just taking a sunset walk through the cities highlights to enjoy…
Pompeii was one of the largest cities in ancient Rome. The city grew quite huge because of a thriving economy based on oil and wine production. Every guide book to Italy tells you to visit the city and you should. Even during the busy summer months, Pompeii is a spectacular place to visit. The city…
Lamb is a traditional secondo (second course meat dish) and there is nothing more typical than an Easter Sunday Lamb lunch on any Italian table. This dish is called Abbacchio alla Cacciatore in Italian, which literally translated means “Lamb Hunter’s Style”. This is a delicious stew type dish which can be made in 2 ways…
Very few people would pass on an offer for a Ferrari test drive. The sports car is renowned for its powerful engine that peaks at incredible top speeds and sleek design, making it a choice for the wealthy and celebrated in life. Ferrari’s clientele mostly praises its handling capability and the incomparable comfort that you experience…
It’s not easy to choose the top 5 carnivals in Italy that you need to visit because there are so many unique & different festivals throughout the year. Italians celebrate Carnival according to the different traditions of the cities making each celebration different. Travelers, Italy lovers and Italians too, should plan a visit to at…
There are few statues as iconic as Michelangelo’s Statue of David. The statue is located in the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, Italy which is renowned worldwide for its sculptures created by Michelangelo. The main halls of this gallery offer visitors the chance to view works by other great Italian artists such as Ghirlandaio, Botticelli, Orcagna,…
Our resident chef and friend Marilee has shared her Risotto alla Milanese Recipe with us and our mouths are already salivating. We all know that Italians love their pasta but risotto dishes are also very popular with an infinite amount of recipes and variations. This is perhaps one of the most traditional one which is…
Involtini alla Siciliana (veal rolls with artichokes) “Involtini” in Italy are rolled, stuffed, slices of meat and there is truly no end to the different combinations of meats and stuffings that can be found in the Italian kitchen. This particular “involtini” recipe has its origins in Sicily where artichokes are grown — and according to…
The holidays are not over yet and, before you enroll in the gym, there’s still time to try some Italian Traditional Holiday Sweets! These two recipes are perfect to celebrate the Befana, an italian feast that is celebrated on January 6th. The story tells about an old woman who brings sweets to all the good children. PANFORTE…