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Beautiful Naples has recently received yet another accolade: it’s been chosen by readers and writers of the famous travel and tourism magazine Time Out as the place with the best food in the world. This type of list is not …

When I was a kid, my mother used to make salame dolce quite often: it was usually filled with homemade jam or Nutella, and just a dusting of icing sugar to make it prettier. It was, hands down, one of …

Here in Italy, gelato is a truly beloved treat, deeply ingrained in our culture. With an average consumption of about 6.5 kilograms (14.3 pounds) per person annually, it’s easy to see how we consider gelato more than a common dessert: …

There are many things to love about fall. Perhaps most notably this year, it’s the relief from the excruciating heat that gripped Italy over the past few months. But beyond the cooler weather, fall brings with it a sense of …

You only need to mention pesto to get your taste buds into a frenzy: fresh and creamy, tangy and aromatic, we all automatically think about the green stuff, pesto alla genovese. Mother of all sauces, it is the symbol of …

Situated on the eastern slopes of the Apennine Mountains and along the Adriatic coast, the region of Le Marche is known for its beautiful hilly landscape. But despite its rich cultural and scenic beauty, Le Marche remains below the Italian …

The Isole Tremiti, located in the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Puglia, are an enchanting archipelago known for their pristine beauty and rich history. Comprising five islands – San Domino, San Nicola, Capraia, Cretaccio, and Pianosa – they offer …

Italy’s Regina Viarum (the “Queen of Roads”), the Via Appia, was officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India. This prestigious acknowledgment is a milestone for Italy, …

If you’re under 35 and looking for an incredible trip without spending a fortune, the Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara (CMSB) is the perfect destination. The Cammino spans 500 km, divided into 30 stages with an average of 16 km …

Polignano a Mare is a picturesque coastal town in Puglia, known for its stunning surroundings, clear waters, and historic center. Perched on limestone cliffs overlooking the Adriatic Sea, it is located approximately 30 kilometers south of Bari, the largest city …