Tips for your next trip to Italy
This episode is about essential tips for eating out in Italy. From understanding meal schedules and tipping customs to embracing the structure of Italian meals and respecting regional specialties. Rem...
22 Apr 20249min
What is terroir and why is it important?
Terroir encompasses the unique blend of environmental factors that shape the characteristics of agricultural products. These factors, including soil, climate, landscape, and farming practices, define ...
19 Apr 20245min
National Day of Made in Italy
Over five centuries since Leonardo da Vinci's birth, Italian creativity embodies the Made in Italy brand, rooted in a Renaissance fusion of science, nature, and industry. The Made in Italy Framework L...
15 Apr 20244min
Italian farmers stage border checks against fake Italian products
On April 8 and 9, 2024, the Italian farmers association Coldiretti organized a large demonstration involving thousands of its members at the Brenner Pass between Italy and Austria. They conducted insp...
12 Apr 20245min
How to identify an authentic Italian restaurant
Today we talk about how to identify an authentic Italian restaurant outside of Italy. We also discuss some "red flags" to look out for, which would indicate an Italian sounding restaurant. Mentioned i...
8 Apr 20249min
Special guest Marco Avigo (Master Sommelier)
Special guest Marco Avigo is a Master Sommelier is a highly experienced figure in the wine industry. He became the youngest Master Sommelier in 1986, graduating from the Italian Sommeliers Association...
5 Apr 202447min
Tips for choosing a quality pasta
Not all pasta is created equal, and there are a few things you should take into consideration when choosing a quality pasta such as ingredients, texture, and production method. Mentioned in this episo...
1 Apr 20246min
What is the Colomba di Pasqua (Easter Dove)?
The Colomba di Pasqua (Easter Dove) is Italy's Easter dessert, which is similar to the Christmas Panettone. In this episode, we discuss a couple of legends behind the Colomba, what the Colomba is, and...
29 Mars 20246min
