Travel

The historical citrus collections of the Medici in Florence

A glimpse into La Specola, a nineteenth century cabinet of curiosities.

May 26 •

Tucci in Italy and the one meal you should have in Florence

(as an omnivore)

May 19 •

A sesame lover's baking project

Tahini, maritozzi, Stanley Tucci, and workshop updates

Apr 21 •

Inside a Labyrinth of Culatello

And a trip through Emilia Romagna this October

Apr 7 •

Bread and religion in Italy

Searching for the connection in Sicily, Puglia and Tuscany

Mar 17 •

Workshops in 2025

(Plus two very special ones I will spill the beans about)

Jan 13 •

All my Japan travel tips

Sending luggage, onsen stays and the joys of konbini

Dec 23, 2024 •

A walk down Kappabashi, Tokyo's "Kitchen Street"

My address book for kitchen supplies (and nearby cafes) in Tokyo

Dec 9, 2024 •

Upcoming Events, Classes and Workshops

Tuscany, Sicily, Venice and beyond!

Sep 16, 2024 •

Is overtourism killing Florence's dining scene?

And what we can do about it

Aug 5, 2024 •

What I learned in 48 hours with Massimo Bottura

Plus a mini list for Modena

Jul 29, 2024 •

Low key beaches, islands and eats in Tuscany

Jul 8, 2024 •

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