Category: Italy Food

Traveling to Florence means a whole new set of Italian food to try. Because food in Italy varies so much by region, there is a surprising difference between the food in Florence and the food in Rome despite the not-so-far physical distance between these cities. Food in Florence is defined...

  When you think of Italy, pizza probably comes to mind (along with pasta, amazing coffee, and fresh pastries). The city of Florence in particular is known for many things, from world-famous artworks to stunning architecture, but participating in our food tours reveals that the food is definitely a highlight...

The name of Testaccio is yet to be discovered by the masses; even in Rome, it remains a secret known mostly to those who live nearby. Yet this tucked-away corner of the city has more than earned its nickname, ‘the heart of Rome.’ For those who come to experience Testaccio’s...

Prosciutto is one of the world’s favourite and best-known Italian foods. The history of this cured ham stretches back to pre-Roman times. In northern Italy, in San Daniele, it was the Celtic people who first began curing meat with salt, and in Parma it was the peasants. The traditional process...

You can get a good sandwich almost anywhere, but many say that Florence is home to the world’s greatest sandwiches – or as they’re called in Italy, “panini”. The reason Florence’s panini game is so strong is because the Italians follow the quality over quantity ethos when it comes to...

Delicious dinnertime staple and favorite among kids and adults alike – pasta is a cultural phenomenon. It’s so popular that World Pasta Day is celebrated on the 25th of October each year! Done well, it can be one of the most delicious and comforting meals in the world. And as well...

When you’re set on a day of sightseeing at the Vatican it can be difficult to find a great place to eat authentic, local food amidst a sea of over-priced tourist spots with pushy hosts. Luckily we’re always here to help you avoid the tourist traps! Here’s a run-down of...

Oh, pizza – let us count the ways we adore you: 1) You’re delicious. 2) See above. To be honest that sort of covers it. Is there truly anything better than a hot pizza straight from the oven being put in front of your hungry face? If you answered “no”, you...