Giulia Franceschini

Pasta alla Papalina is a quintessential Roman dish, full of tradition and with very aristocratic origins. Though not as universally known as some of its more popular Roman cousins, like carbonara or cacio e pepe, pasta alla Papalina has a …

Art history is a compulsory school subject in Italy, at least if you attend a liceo, and while most Italians probably don’t remember much about it, one thing probably stuck in their minds: in Piazza Armerina there is a Roman …

Between Rome and Naples, along the Tyrrhenian Sea and surrounded by some of the most beautiful corners of our South, lies the town of Sperlonga. It is part of the enchanting Riviera di Ulisse, a stretch of coastline named after …

Matera is known for its stone-carved architecture and unique cultural heritage, but this isn’t why the town has made the front pages of Italian newspapers in recent times.  After its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2019, Matera …

Everyone loves Italian food,  but as it turns out, pronouncing the names of some of its most iconic dishes is not as easy as enjoying them. The topic piqued the interest of the people at Preply, a popular online language …

We all know that Italy is one of the world’s top tourist destinations, with iconic cities like Rome, Venice, and Florence attract millions of visitors each year. However, this popularity comes at a cost: as we had the opportunity to discuss in more than one …

The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was famously destroyed in AD 79 by the sudden eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Within moments, the town was buried under at least six meters of volcanic ash and pumice, capturing in chilling detail the …

Enigmatic Norchia is an archaeological site nestled within Italy’s leafy landscapes near Vetralla, in Lazio. This historical treasure trove is hidden away by Monte Romano’s military polygon and captures the spirit of ancient civilizations through a remarkable Etruscan necropolis and …

Milan, we all know it, is full of life, culture, and surprises. Considered by many the most cosmopolitan and international city in Italy, it is famous for its fashion, colorful urban life, and fashionably iconic locations, like La Scala theater, …

If you have been to Italy, you know it: there are some street names you’re bound to find everywhere, from the largest of cities to the tiniest village. Just like you find a Market Square or Shop Street everywhere in …