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Best Desserts in Italy: 14 Traditional Italian Desserts for the Sweet Tooth Foodie

Italians love their dessert but in Italy, a little sweet treat goes a long way. This list of traditional italian desserts from north to south are some of the best desserts in Italy, perfect for the sweet tooth Italy foodie!

Traditional DishesLori SorrentinoJuly 21, 2023Italy, Calabria, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Lazio, Liguria, Lombardy, Piedmont, Apulia, Sardinia, Sicily, Trentino-Alto Adige, Tuscany, Veneto, Naples, Bologna, Modena, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Rome, Genoa, Milan, Puglia, Florence, Venice, dessert, traditional Italian dessertsComment

Tagliatelle vs Pappardelle: What’s the Difference?

Tagliatelle vs pappardelle — what’s the difference? Originating from two of Italy’s most popular food regions, Tuscany and Emilia Romagna, knowing the difference between these two pasta noodles makes your Italy food expertise next level.

Food in ItalyAngelo SorrentinoJuly 4, 2023tagliatelle, pappardelle, tagliatelle vs pappardelle, pasta, Emilia Romagna, TuscanyComment

26 Most Famous Pasta Dishes in Italy from Every Region

What are the most famous pasta dishes in Italy? These 26 dishes from every region are the bucket list, traditional dishes you should try when you’re there!

Things to Do in Florence Italy for Foodies: Tours, Markets, Restaurants & Food

This Florence for foodies guide has over 18 best things to do in Florence Italy for food and wine lovers, plus must-try local foods, street foods, and unique food experiences perfect for foodies!

Destinations, Things to DoLori SorrentinoJune 8, 2023things to do, foodies, Florence, Firenze, TuscanyComment

Tuscan Food Guide: 28 Traditional Foods of Tuscany (+ Where to Try Them)

This essential Tuscan food guide with 28 traditional foods of Tuscany, wines, desserts, and Tuscan dishes to try, plus 3 great Tuscany restaurants to try them.

Food in ItalyLori SorrentinoMay 8, 2023Tuscany, food, Italy, Florence, local foodComment

Following Stanley Tucci On His Search for Italy

Follow Stanley Tucci, everyone’s favorite Italian these days, as he’s searching for Italy and the Italian culture through food. Here’s where he went and ate, and the places, foods, and restaurants to add to your itinerary.

Italian Food CultureLori SorrentinoMay 1, 2023Stanley Tucci, TV series, Searching for Italy, Naples, Rome, Lazio, Campania, Bologna, Emilia Romagna, Milan, Lombardy, Tuscany, Florence, SicilyComment

Italian Food Guide: 26 Most Famous Traditional Foods In Italy

What food is typically Italian? Food in Italy is highly regional, with specialties and wine unique to the region you’re in. This guide to traditional Italy food highlights the most popular foods of Italy — what to eat in Italy and where to eat it!

Food in ItalyLori SorrentinoMarch 4, 2023typically Italian, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Naples, Bologna, Calabria, Veneto, Lombardy, Milan, Tuscany, Florence, Sicily, Trentino-Alto Adige, Rome, Lazio, Sardinia, Liguria, Umbria, Piedmont, Puglia, Italy, foodComment

Italian Breads: 28 Types of Italian Bread (+ Recipe) to Find Your Perfect Loaf

Italian breads are some of the best foods in Italy, and this guide has your perfect loaf. Check out these 28 types of Italian breads, their unique history, and which region has the best Italian bread types to try.

Food in ItalyLori SorrentinoFebruary 13, 2023DOP, Italian breads, Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio, Liguria, Lombardy, Marche, Molise, Piedmont, Puglia, Sardinia, Sicily, Tuscany, Trentino-Alto Adige, Umbria, Valle d'Aosta, Veneto, food Comment

The Best Food Cities In Italy and What to Eat When You’re There

Visit the 20 regions in Italy to find the best cities in Italy for food. The cuisines are as diverse as the geography and climate. There is no single defining Italian dish, but an incredible rainbow of dishes that vary with what a region tenaciously claims as its own.

Destinations, Traditional DishesAngelo SorrentinoFebruary 6, 2023Italy, Italy food, Pescara, Abruzzo, Potenza, Basilicata, Cantanzaro, Calabria, Naples, Campania, Bologna, Emilia Romagna, Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Rome, Lazio, Genoa, Liguria, Milan, Lombardy, Ancona, Marche, Isernia, Molise, Turin, Piedmont, Bari, Puglia, Apulia, Cagliari, Sardinia, Palermo, Sicily, Trento, Trentino-Alto Adige, Florence, Tuscany, Perugia, Umbria, Aosta, Valle d'Aosta, Venice, Veneto Comments

15 Authentic Italy Food Markets You Absolutely Have to Visit

A good food market is at the heart of any Italian neighborhood, and these Italy food markets are must-sees for your list! Shop for local food and authentic cooking tools in the food markets of Italy.

Markets and Street FoodLori SorrentinoFebruary 5, 2023Italy food markets, Emilia Romagna, Bologna, Modena, Venice markets, Rialto Market, Veneto, Venice, Campania, Naples, Umbria, Orvieto, Sicily, Catania, Palermo, Siracusa, Lazio, Rome, Sardinia, Cagliari, Tuscany, Florence, Liguria, Genoa, marketsComment

Sustainable Wine Tasting in Montepulciano at Tuscany’s Organic and Off-the-Grid Salcheto Winery

For an amazing wine tasting in Montepulciano and tour of an organic and off the grid winery in Tuscany, Sancheto Winery is an inspiring and sustainable operation, with delicious and elegant wines to boot. Come for lunch, wine, and even stay the night!

Food and Wine Tours, Drinks Wine and CocktailsLori SorrentinoJanuary 20, 2023Salcheto Winery, Montepulciano, Tuscany, organic, biodynamic, sustainable, wine tasting, Tuscany wine tour, ItalyComment

The Essential Italian Food Phrases For Ordering Food and Wine in Italian

Heading to Italy? It’s important to learn basic Italian phrases for your trip to Italy for when you’re ordering food in Italian, calling to reserve a table, or ordering street food. These essential Italian food phrases are all you’ll need to navigate your travels in Italy with ease!

The Best Florence Street Food and Where to Try It

Florence street food is delicious and traditional, with ingredients and flavors completely unique to Florence and Tuscany in sandwiches, gelato, cured meats and cheeses. Here are 6 of the best street food in Florence, Italy, and where to eat it!

Markets and Street FoodLori SorrentinoJanuary 20, 2023Italy, street food, Florence, Firenze, gelato, TuscanyComment

Cannellini Cream Soup from Tuscany with Crispy Black Kale and Olive Oil

Winter in Tuscany means hearty warm soups, green and peppery new olive oil, 100% Tuscan cannellini beans and the unmissable Cavolo nero (Tuscan kale). Cannellini Cream Soup with Crispy Black Kale and New Olive Oil is the perfect dish to take the chill off a crisp fall or winter day.

Recipes, Traditional DishesLori SorrentinoFebruary 22, 2020soup, recipe, Ribollita, cannellini cream soup, Tuscany, FlorenceComment