A Guide to Birthday Dinner in Florence
It’s birthday time in Florence, and you need somewhere to celebrate. Fear not; the Renaissance city is one of the most beautiful places to enjoy a meal for a special occasion. Since I’ve lived in Italy, I’ve got to spend two of my birthdays in Florence, and I’m already planning...
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Your Essential Guide to Halal Restaurants in Rome
As celebrated as Rome’s culinary scene is, I know it can be tricky for first-time Muslim travelers and those who prefer to stick to halal restaurants to navigate. Luckily, the Eternal City is among the top cities in Europe for halal food and I’ve frequented several halal establishments in my...
What’s a trip to Milan without at least a few visits to the city’s irresistible gelato shops? Even if you don’t have a persistent sweet tooth (as I unfortunately do!), visiting some of the top Milanese gelaterias is a bucket list experience you need to have when you’re in town....
5 Best Pasta Restaurants in Milan
Pasta and Milan, it’s a match made in heaven; this cosmopolitan metropolis in the heart of Lombardy may be raw around the edges and take some time to develop an affection for, but their skill in crafting tasty pasta is undeniable. From loaded ravioli al-dente style to imported Roman classics...
Essential Guide to Maritozzi Spots in Rome
Romans have quite the affinity for pizza al taglio, porchetta sandwiches, and carbonara, but they’re also rather fond of a sweet treat. The confection of choice for many residents of the Eternal City, myself included, is maritozzi. This classic dessert is a delicious sweet bun filled with thick whipped cream....
The 6 Best Coffee Shops in Florence
Florentines have a lifelong love affair with top-quality brews, and the Italian coffee culture is more vibrant than ever in Tuscany’s capital. With countless cafes specializing in everything from single-origin coffees to American-style varieties, finding the best coffee in Florence is tricky. Each time I’ve been to Florence, I always...
The 5 Best Seafood Restaurants In Palermo
It’s no secret that southern Italy offers some of the finest seafood along the Mediterranean, but I don’t think anyone is quite as creative with their oceanic fare as the Sicilians or, more specifically, the Palermitani. Having been influenced by Arab, Italian, Greek, Spanish, and Jewish cuisines, Sicily’s classic seafood...
Your Guide to Food Markets in Rome
If you’re anything like me, the rows of fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, and spices at local food markets are enough to draw you in, but when coupled with vintage finds, books, and artworks, they’re even more alluring and Rome’s food markets are exactly that. One thing I can’t take away...
Milan may be known for its fashionable lifestyle and fabulous examples of Gothic architecture, but one thing people don’t give the city enough credit for is its diverse food culture. You see, that polenta you had last week comes from this gem in northern Italy, as do the cotoletta, the...
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