Discover the best gourmet food experiences across Italy. From food tours and wine tastings to traditional cooking classes, this section features everything you need to explore Italy’s rich culinary heritage. Whether you’re interested in Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar, pasta-making, or fine dining, browse through our articles to plan your next food adventure in Italy.
🍽️ Book Your Tuscan Cooking Experience In the rolling hills of Tuscany, where tradition seeps into every stone and every recipe tells a story, there’s a culinary ritual that speaks to both the ancient and the artisanal: cooking with fire using testi, the timeworn cast iron or terracotta pans, and preparing testaroli, one of the […]
Cooking with Fire in Tuscany: The Testi and Testaroli Experience Read Post »
Tucked away between Tuscany’s rugged Apennine hills and the Ligurian Sea lies a region where ancient traditions meet natural abundance: Lunigiana. This picturesque corner of northern Tuscany, once the frontier of the ancient Roman colony of Luni, is not only celebrated for its medieval villages, chestnut forests, and Romanesque churches—but also for a golden treasure
Lunigiana: Discovering Italy’s Only DOP Honey Read Post »
There’s something ancient and deeply satisfying about walking through a quiet forest, eyes scanning the earth for signs of wild treasure. In the green heart of Northern Italy—between the Emilian Apennines and the Tuscan valleys of Lunigiana—lies one of Europe’s most celebrated mushroom regions: Borgotaro, famous for its prized IGP Porcini mushrooms. Just a short
Porcini Mushroom Hunting in Borgotaro and Lunigiana: A Forager’s Dream in Northern Italy Read Post »
When most travelers think of Tuscany, they picture rolling hills, Chianti vineyards, and Renaissance cities like Florence and Siena. But venture just a bit north, and you’ll discover Lunigiana—a lush, mountainous region nestled between Tuscany and Liguria, just a short drive from Cinque Terre. This is where Italy reveals its most authentic, untouched side—one filled
Hidden Tuscany: Truffle Hunts near Cinque Terre Read Post »
Sun-Kissed Shores: Coastal Gems Loved by Americans From the turquoise waters of the Ligurian and Tuscan coasts to the forested hills of Lunigiana, this part of Italy offers a blend of refined seaside relaxation and earthy inland adventure. While iconic coastal towns like Monterosso al Mare, Forte dei Marmi, and Portofino have long drawn American
Coastal to Country: A Journey Through Northern Tuscany and Liguria Read Post »
Liguria: The Perfect Place to Steal a Kiss and Discover the Soul of Italy When envisioning the world’s most romantic destinations, cities like Paris, Venice, and Santorini often steal the spotlight. But tucked along the northern curve of Italy’s Riviera lies a lesser-known haven for lovers: Liguria. A region where pastel-hued villages cling to cliffsides,
Romantic Retreats: Discover the Most Magical Kissing Spots in Liguria Read Post »