Food

Feb 15, 20212 min

Wurtzel, Stinco and an Iceman in Italy

The Dolomites is a 3,000 meter mountain range in Italy formed 200 million years ago. Defined by their unique composition and staggering...

Sep 7, 20202 min

Truffles and Termes in Tuscany

One of my most memorable taste and travel trips was to the the village of San Giovanni d’Asso, in the heart of the Crete Senesi. The...

Jun 22, 20203 min

A Venetian Shadow - Small Bites in the Shade

For me the fatal charm of Venice is stronger than ever. After COVID the crowded vaporetti and tourist hype seem a small price to pay to...

Jun 21, 20202 min

Italian Infused Waters

Today, within Italy, you can find over 600 brands of bottled mineral water, many of these are local varieties unique to the region.

Feb 2, 20192 min

Flight Food

I’m an end justifies the means flyer. Unlike my travel companions who relish in the rarified air of the wild blue yonder, I view flying...

Oct 17, 20162 min

Truffle Times

Some have described the aroma and flavor of the Italian truffle as rich and intense with a taste of honey and garlic reminiscent of the...

Jan 22, 20152 min

Malfatti - Italian Wabi Sabi

Malfatti translated into English means “poorly made.” An Italian slang term for a mistake. But a possible negative becomes a powerful...

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