BrowsingItaly Sharing stories, experiences, photos, tips and all things good on Italy
Favorite Reads on Italy (FRI) is a weekly roundup published on Fridays featuring interesting articles, fascinating experiences, and handy resources that I’ve come across that week.
Postcard from Italy: View of Vesuvius
This week’s roundup features an interesting river cruise experience, a Sicilian street food recipe, a chance to win a unique Venetian jewellery and more.
Culture and Travel
Go with the flow by Mail Online – The volcanic eruption on Stromboli off the the Sicilian coast is a spectacular sight but tourists are taking their chances by sailing too close to get a glimpse of this fiery show.
Venice Competition – Win Italian Jewellery by Monica Cesarato – I’m all for artisans and it’s also fascinating to read about their craft. This post takes it further where you could even have the chance to win an antique Victorian cameo with pearls. Read more to find out.
The Italian city everyone hates by Sydney Morning Herald – With family-ties in Naples, this city is one of our favorite places in Italy despite its unfavorable reputation for mafia and litter.
A Venice river cruise: exploring the Brenta canal on a Burchiello boat by Italy Beyond The Obvious – Another one for the bucket list. This sounds like a fascinating experience.
Activity Parks in Umbria by Brigolante – I’m taking notes as it would be fun to bring my nieces and nephew, all under the age of 10, to these parks.
Food and Drinks
Chianti Wine Ancestor Found by Discovery News – Excavations have led to the discovery of 500 grape seeds which could date back all the way back to 3 B.C.
Panelle: Sicilian Street Food by Over a Tuscan Stove – Simple yet delicious! This is my kind of recipe. Interested in Sicilian street food? Here’s a delicious post on the Palermo steet food experience.
13 Delicious Things to Eat in Italy Right Now by Sara Rosso – I love everything on this list!
Your guide to organic vineyards in the Maremma by Tuscanycious – List of incredible vineyards in the Maremma area of Tuscany where they truly respect the environment.
Life in Italy
Celebrating Ferragosto by Italy Magazine – Today, August 15, is Ferragosto in Italy. What is it about? Read more to find out.
Have you come across any great reads or resources on Italy this week? Share them with us in the comments below.
