Category: Italy

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A Culinary Guide to Birthday Restaurants in Venice

Venice is one of the top destinations in Italy to host a special occasion like a birthday party or anniversary dinner. The city is filled with some of the finest restaurants for hosting birthday parties, of any scale. From Michelin-starred restaurants like Osteria da Fiore to vegetarian-friendly ristorantes like La...

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A Culinary Guide to Pasta in Florence

Beyond the typical Florentine dishes like Bistecca alla Fiorentina and Lampredotto, the Renaissance city has an authentic pasta scene that goes unheard of in the travel community. When I think of pasta in Florence, it’s a world beyond the familiar spaghetti and lasagne that the everyday person is used to;...

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A Guide to Brunch in Florence

Brunch and Florence pair so well together for me; how could you ever say no to some freshly squeezed orange juice along the Arno as the sun illuminates your face and you’re about to tuck into some eggs Benedict? In an Italian city as pretty as Florence, you can bet...

The Definitive Guide to Restaurants in Florence

While its pivotal role in the Renaissance and long-lasting influence on European culture put it on the map, Florence’s gastronomic landscape does enough to earn it a place alongside some of Italy’s other foodie cities, like Rome and Naples. It only took me a handful of visits here before I...

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A Culinary Guide to Cocktail Bars in Florence

There are some cities that just scream: “have a cocktail!” and as far as we’re concerned Florence is definitely one of them. You’ll have plenty packed in to your time here with so much art and culture to take in, not to mention all the shopping on offer, so it only...

A Guide to San Lorenzo in Rome

Deciding where to eat in Rome without spending your entire travel budget on food can be a challenge. That’s why it’s a great idea to leave the center and discover the up-and-coming neighborhoods of the Eternal City. In San Lorenzo, you won’t find sophisticated bars or fancy restaurants, but authentic...

A Local’s Guide to Healthy Food in Rome

If we’re being entirely honest with ourselves, Italian food is not typically known as the most sought-after cuisine for health-conscious folks. However, pizza, gelato, and carbonara aside, you might be surprised to learn that healthy food in Rome isn’t all that difficult to come by. When I first moved to...

Navigating Authentic Food in Rome

The Eternal City is an amazing holiday destination, especially for food lovers: if you know where to go, you’ll find the most incredible Italian food you’ve ever had in Rome – and for a very reasonable price. However, the city is also visited by millions of tourists a year, resulting...

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What to Drink in Rome: A Local's Guide to Coffee, Wine & Cocktails

While Rome’s food scene usually takes all the credit for the city, one thing that goes unnoticed is how much the Romans cherish drinks equally as much as their hearty dishes: cappuccino, fine wines, or an Aperol Spritz, anyone? If you’re coming to the Eternal City for one of our...

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