261. Ischia and Procida: Italian Islands in the Sun

When in Italy you've got to try aperitivo! It's one of our favorite things to do each evening before as the sun dips below the horizon. But what exactly is aperitivo? What do you need to know about th...

18 Maalis 202238min

Some visitors make a stop in Bologna but most skip right through the central northern region of Emilia-Romagna. Nestled between Florence and Venice, this region is known for its world-class food produ...

11 Maalis 202249min

Spring is in the air in Tuscany and of course, that means delicious seasonal dishes made from sprouting from the land. Joining us is Giulia Scarpaleggia, the cook, food writer and photographer behind ...

4 Maalis 202242min

How much do you know about Italy's royal past? It's not well known but there are incredible stories to be told and fascinating characters to meet. In this episode, we're visiting the magnificent palac...

25 Helmi 202249min

Carnevale makes a triumphant return to Venice in 2022. This world-famous mid-winter festival is a highlight of the European social scene and is known for elaborate costumes, decadent parties and stree...

17 Helmi 202249min

Italy is one of the world's most romantic countries, I'm sure you'll agree! As we're very close to the anniversary of the martyrdom of San Valentino - otherwise known as Valentine's Day - we take a lo...

11 Helmi 202221min

How much do we know about the women of Ancient Rome? Not as much as we should sadly as the stories and history of this era were told by the ruling elite of the time, who were almost exclusively male. ...

4 Helmi 202238min

Sorrento is a popular base for many visitors wanting to see the Amalfi Coast and surrounds. In fact, it is so strategically positioned that you could easily spend a week doing day trips from the coast...

28 Tammi 20221h 9min