On my first trip to Italy, I'd religiously finish the day with a cone of straciatella gelato while the adults would sip on ice-cold Limoncello. Though I didn't ever try more than an eyedropper full of the stuff, the intensely sweet, floral lemony flavor stayed with me and inspired these very adult Limoncello Creamsicle Popsicles.
The difference between a trattoria and a ristorante and what is an osteria after all? Navigating all the different types of restaurants in Italy can be tricky -- here's our cheat sheet to help you understand it all.
The Italian islands are some of the best spots for clocking in beach time but where to go is the question. Here is our advice on the best beaches when you travel to Sardinia.
This is a recipe that screams summer in Italy. We're talking happy hour (aka aperitivo) time when you're sipping on Prosecco or Spritzs and noshing on olives, potato chips, pistachios, and little crostini. This recipe is inspired by one of our favorite places of all time to do aperitivo – we're talking the rooftop of the Principe Hotel in Forte dei Marmi.
A one-pot recipe inspired by Italy and delicious any time of year, the secret to this dish is to cook lemons and garlic in olive oil before adding in the chicken, artichokes, and loads of basil. Serve this with roasted potatoes or over polenta for a complete meal.
If there’s anything that making it through this pandemic has taught us, it’s the importance of making our health and wellness a priority. Here are five healthy habits the Italians have on the lock that we suggest you adopt ASAP.
An easy recipe for a classic Italian panna cotta dessert from the Northwest region of Piedmont, it's made with heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla bean.
Olives, radicchio, fennel, tomatoes, and eggplant – they're all frequent ingredients in Italian cooking. But do you know which are originally from Italy and which aren't?
If you've been to Bologna then you know -- classic lasagne alla bolognese is one of the most delicious dishes you'll ever try. Here are our top tips to help you make it from scratch.
Say hello to your new favorite California-inspired appetizer! The combination of green olives, roasted pistachios, citrus, mint, and olive oil is total perfection and brings freshness and vibrance to any season.
This is a recipe for classic ragù alla bolognese made with pancetta, ground meat, and a touch of cream. Toss it with fresh tagliatelle or use it in lasagne alle Bolognese!
You’re cooking up a storm of homemade Italian food when suddenly you realize your recipes might be missing an ingredient to level up your dishes. Sound familiar? If that’s a yes, you might want to check out this list of essential Italian pantry staples.
