134. Palaces and Castles to Explore in Royal Piedmont

Ciao friends! We are doing a Q&A episode, and we want to hear from you. Planning your first trip? Going back and wanting to go deeper? Not sure which region is right for you or how to piece it all tog...

21 Feb 1min

Italian cuisine is much more than pizza and pasta. In fact there really is no such thing as Italian cuisine. What you will find in Italy are many differenty micro cuisines driven by the landscapes, pr...

20 Feb 1h

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13 Feb 36min

It is high time the classic 10 day Italy itinerary was given a modern makeover and we are going to show you how to do it. Rome, Florence and Venice have been the route visitors have followed for centu...

6 Feb 31min

Puglia is having a moment but won't be long before big crowds arrive. Join us as we open the door to Puglia as we know and love it - from thousand-year-old olive groves and life-changing burrata to th...

30 Jan 42min

You've seen the Sistine Chapel. But have you felt Italy's soul? Join us as we explore Assisi and beyond on the 800th anniversary of St Francis's death. Discover why a merchant's son who walked away fr...

23 Jan 46min

Let's take a walk around Rome with local food tour guide and one of the most fun people we know - Manuela! This episode is for you if you have ever wondered how a local Roman would spend the day explo...

16 Jan 37min

Curious about your Italian heritage? Ancestry research in Italy is a wonderful way to connect with your family history and see more of the country. Listener Pam shares her story discovering her family...

9 Jan 45min