The Tiramisù Legend… and the Truth Behind It
You’ve probably heard the story—tiramisù was created in a brothel to “pick people up.”But how much of that is actually true?In this episode, we explore the famous tiramisù legend, and then dive into t...
27 Mar 6min
Zeppole vs Sfince: The Sweet Traditions of St. Joseph’s Day
On March 19th, Italians celebrate St. Joseph’s Day—and the feast comes with iconic pastries. But depending on where you are in Italy, the traditional dessert can look very different.In this episode, w...
13 Mar 5min
Why Italy Is Famous for Coffee… Even Without Growing It
Italy is synonymous with espresso, cappuccino, and the perfect morning brew with the moka pot — but here’s the twist: Italy doesn’t grow coffee beans. In this episode, we explore how Italians turned i...
6 Mar 6min
Sanremo isn’t just about music... It’s good food too
While the world tunes in to the Sanremo Music Festival, this episode takes you behind the scenes to explore the city’s traditional foods. From Sardenaira, the iconic flatbread topped with anchovies an...
27 Feb 8min
First Friday of Lent: Meatless Italian Traditions
What do Italians eat on the first Friday of Lent?No meat—but definitely no shortage of flavor. In this episode, we explore Italy’s meatless traditions, from classic fish dishes like baccalà to the pla...
20 Feb 6min
Food at 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics
We are in the middle of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy—but what do athletes and locals eat in the host towns?In this episode, we take a culinary tour of Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Bor...
13 Feb 8min
Italy’s “Food Police” — Why Some Foods Are Worth Protecting
Italy has a dedicated food police—and it tells us a lot about how seriously the country takes food.In this episode, I explain who the "Carabinieri per la Tutela Agroalimentare" are, what they do, and ...
6 Feb 8min
Italian vs Italian American Cuisine: Two Traditions, Both Worth Respecting
Italian cuisine and Italian American cuisine share the same roots—but they are not the same thing.In this episode, I explore how Italian American cuisine was born from immigration, adaptation, and abu...
30 Jan 8min
