Why Piedmont is the Most Underrated Region in Italy
For the more gastronomically inclined, there are a few reasons why Piedmont, Italy should be at the top of your Italian bucket list.
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Where to Eat the Best Cicchetti in Venice, Italy
After eating and drinking my way through Venice, I realized that the cicchetti are the secret to a good bacaro.
The History of the Spritz Veneziano (Aperol Spritz)
Before going to Italy, I thought of the Aperol Spritz as an Italian-ish drink recently co-opted by the hipsters of Williamsburg, NY. I was wrong.
The bacaro, a local Venetian watering hole
After walking around Venice for a few hours, you’ll start to notice a couple of things. First, you’ll realize you’re entirely lost, and unsure what narrow, dimly lit corridor led you to this point. And second, that each canal is adorned with the small, peculiar-looking establishments; the bacaro.
What is Amaro? Demystifying the Italian Herbal Liqueur
One of Italy’s most underrated and under appreciated contributions to the world is amaro. The spirit has a rich history and even richer flavor.