Been to Lake Garda? Now try Lake Como (Lago di Como in Italian), one of the deepest lakes in Europe, is well-know all over the world, but not only because George Clooney has chosen to live there; on the contrary it’s a gorgeous destination where you can spend a couple of days, but even more that […]
Como, What to do in a Weekend (According to the Locals) Read Post »
Venice is a unique and picturesque city, with many things to see and experience. If you’re going to visit Venice, you might have looked around online for suggestions on how to truly live the city, and what better way to do as much if not by eating like a local? In Italy, food plays a
How to Eat Like a Local in Venice try Al Bacareto and Al Prosecco Read Post »
Truffle hunting in Tuscany is centred on the province of Pisa. One of the best areas is Boscone di Forcoli — a quiet woodland between the Pisan inland and the Chianti hills, with a long tradition of both white and black truffle production. This is a guide to what a truffle hunt here involves, based
Truffle Hunting in Tuscany: Boscone di Forcoli and Savini Tartufi Read Post »
For most of its history, authentic Parmigiano Reggiano was off-limits for observant Jews. The problem was not the milk — it was the rennet. Traditional production uses an enzyme derived from calf stomachs which, under kashrut (Jewish dietary law), cannot be mixed with dairy. For decades, the only “kosher parmesan” available was processed cheese with
Kosher Parmigiano Reggiano: Authentic Certified Cheese from Emilia-Romagna Read Post »
A three-night stay in Bologna built around the food of Emilia-Romagna — a pasta cooking class, a guided food tour into the Emilian countryside, and time to eat and explore the city at your own pace. This package combines the two main ways to experience the region’s food culture: learning to make it and going
Bologna Foodie Vacation Package: Cooking Classes & Food Tours in Emilia-Romagna Read Post »
Cheese is certainly an acquired taste. If you, however, love cheese and especially parmesan, there’s nothing like a visit to Parma’s regionally renowned cheese producing farm. This popular venue is a haven for cheese lovers and enthusiasts alike. Whether for family vacations or foodies’ gatherings, this fully functional farm in Parma is simply unique at every turn. With
Foodies’ Stay in Parma at Cheese Producing Farm Read Post »