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Meet Carlo Guarini, Co-Founder of Castello Frisari, a New Winery Elevating Puglia's Wine Scene
When you think of Italian wine regions, you likely think of Tuscany, Piedmont, and maybe Veneto, Sicily, or Sardinia. But what about Puglia?
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Finding Roman Ruins in Córdoba, Spain
How often do you think about the Roman Empire? Memes aside, if you live in Rome like I do, the Roman Empire is always sort of looming in the background.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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A Very Subjective List of the Best Rooftop Bars in Rome
There’s something magical about sipping a Spritz while watching the sunset over the terracotta rooftops of Rome.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Italy's Summer Sales Kick off on Saturday—But the Discount Starts Here Today
During the summer saldi, the New Roman Times will be discounted too—and the sale is starting two days early here.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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June 2024

Meet Elizabeth Heath, Umbria-Based Journalist and Founder of Villaggio Tours
Elizabeth Heath is one of the top American journalists living and working in Italy, so it’s no wonder I knew her work long before I met her in person.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Tuscan Cookbook Author Giulia Scarpaleggia's Recipe for Torta di Ceci (Tuscan Chickpea Cake)
Naturally vegan and gluten-free, this Tuscan chickpea cake is proof that there's so much more to Italian cuisine than pizza and pasta.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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A Very Subjective List of the Best Beach Towns Near Rome
One of my editors recently asked me to write a list of the best beach towns in Italy—an impossible task—though of course I accepted the assignment.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Rome
In Italy, the Festa della Liberazione (Liberation Day) is celebrated on April 25, so many people (even Italians) don’t realize that this week marks the…
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Laura Itzkowitz
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May 2024

Meet Damien O'Farrell, the Expat Coach Who Helps Foreigners Move to Italy
In expat circles, Damien O’Farrell is known as a sort of guru for foreigners looking to move to Italy.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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A Nostalgic Ride Aboard the Arlecchino
Usually the train is simply a way to get from Point A to Point B, but sometimes a ride aboard a train is a journey in and of itself.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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A Very Subjective List of the Best Gelato Shops in Rome
Gelato season is here! And what better way to celebrate than with a few scoops?
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Laura Itzkowitz
Why You Should Plan a Trip to Emilia-Romagna
Rolling hills dotted with vineyards, Medieval cities filled with artistic treasures, a coastline with popular beaches, farms that produce prized cheeses…
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Laura Itzkowitz
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