Author Archives for Italy Travel Notes team
Fine Italian Wines for Everyone
By Vaughn Balchunas
Italy is famous for many things, but perhaps it is most famous for its wine. The wines of Italy are almost as varied as the people themselves. Wine is very common in Italy, as are tea and coffee in other parts of the world. There are many different types of wine. The two [...]
Recipe of the Week: Variazione sul goulash
For those of you who love cooking and enjoy the Italian cuisine, here is our weekly pick from academiabarilla — Variazione sul goulash
It is presented in a very quick and simple way – enjoy and try it at home.
Buon appetito!
Touring Tuscany and Rome
By Keith Barrett
Italy attracts millions of visitors each year, drawn by its beautiful rural areas, historic cities and welcoming atmosphere. A touring holiday of Tuscany and Rome is a great way to see some of Italy’s real highlights.
A typical ten day escorted holiday of the region provides ample time to see some of the sights [...]
Tuscany – Many Things to See and Do
By Tommy Gordon
Just one holiday spent in Tuscany, Italy isn’t enough; this magical area offers much to see and do. You can find different types of leisure and recreations throughout Tuscany, to serve and delight every traveler. At the end of your first visit you’ll just want to come back to Italy as soon as [...]
Recipe of the Week: Pappardelle al grana padano, porri e timo
For those of you who love cooking and enjoy the Italian cuisine, here is our weekly pick from academiabarilla — Pappardelle al grana padano, porri e timo
It is presented in a very quick and simple way – enjoy and try it at home.
Buon appetito!
Italy Ski Resorts
By Rachel Deutsch
This year’s winter Olympic Games are taking place in Turin; whether you intend to watch the games or not, Italy is a great skiing destination. The Italian Alps are home to many great and famous ski resorts such as Cortina d’Ampezzo and Courmayeur (Remember “The Pink Panther” with Peter Sellers? That’s where it [...]
A Taste of Florence Italy Recipes
By Robert T. Carlton
When one comes to visit Florence, Italy the museums, architecture, and countryside are some of the most memorable attractions, but no one comes to Italy for the sights alone. Florence, Italy recipes are what awake the senses and keep the memories of a visit to Italy alive. The food is good, not [...]
Recipe of the Week: Tartufi al rum
For those of you who love cooking and enjoy the Italian cuisine, here is our weekly pick from academiabarilla — Tartufi al rums
It is presented in a very quick and simple way – enjoy and try it at home.
Buon appetito!
Video of the Week: Training Kitchen, Chef Tools, Pasta Making Tools
For those of you who love cooking and enjoy the Italian cuisine, here is our weekly pick from academiabarilla — Pinzimonio: a different way to eat vegetables
It is presented in a very quick and simple way – enjoy and try it at home.
Buon appetito!
Guide about Versilia in Tuscany
By Marcos Box
Versilia is located in the North-West part of Tuscany, in province of Lucca.
The area includes the Communes of Viareggio, Camaiore, Pietrasanta, Forte dei Marmi, Massarosa, Seravezza and Stazzema, the Regional Park of Migliarino-San Rossore-Massaciuccoli to the South and the Park of Apuane to the North. It is close to art cities such as [...]
