Umbria – The Green Heart of Italy 

Umbria is a nature lover’s place to be.   The region borders Tuscany, Lazio and Marche, which leaves the region land-locked with no coastline.  But the mountains and hills of Umbria have charms unique to the region, and the lakes, streams and rivers mean there is …

Venetian Style Granulated Garlic 

Found in the form of bulbs, garlic cloves have been praised by many cultures around the world. It has been used in many ways for thousands of years, from being a holistic health remedy to a natural aphrodisiac. What is a fairly recent development– only …

Campania – The Fertile Countryside

Say “Campania” to an American, and you’re likely to get some shrugged shoulders and puzzled looks.  Say “Naples,” however, and the same Americans know what you’re talking about. Campania is certainly more than just Naples, but Naples in and of itself is quite a lot.  …

Bronze Die Pasta

There’s nothing better than eating authentic Italian for dinner. Pasta is a classic choice, but with so many varieties, how can you choose? There are literally dozens of shapes and sizes, and each is considered the best to pair with certain types of sauces.  For …

Aosta Valley 

While Aosta Valley (ay· ow· stuh   va· lee) is Italy’s smallest region, its rich history and unique landscape are nothing short of grand. Located on the northwestern border of Italy, Aosta Valley lies between France and Switzerland. Its close proximity to other countries makes …

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