Nonna’s meatball recipe is served with spaghetti but she also added Italian pork and fennel sausages, as well as pork ribs into the sauce. A recipe handed down from our Southern Italian ancestors!

Many of the best things to do around Palermo revolve around food. Sicily and Palermo in particular is famous for street food and a unique local cuisine influenced by multiple invasions over the course of its history.

What is the difference between all of different Italian eateries when dining out? How to choose between a Ristorante, Trattoria, Osteria, Enoteca, Taverna, Locanda or Bar?

Palermo was crowned culture capital of Italy in 2018. Cathedrals, theatres, catacombs, traditional food and marketplaces are just the beginning. Tourism is growing in Palermo and there’s never been a better time to visit the ancient city.

This rhubarb, orange and olive oil cake recipe is the perfect this to enjoy for afternoon tea. In Italy, afternoon tea or la merenda is the perfect time to enjoy something sweet like yoghurt, frutta, biscotti or a slice of crostata or torta. This recipe is a healthier option that satisfies a sweet craving. Opt for organic ingredients where possible, especially when it comes to free-range eggs, fruit, milk and flour.

Aperitivo in Milan is a central part of the culture as in other main cities of Italy where there are more bars than grocery stores. Milan’s aperitivo scene is lively and widespread across most neighbourhoods.

Where to eat in Rome? How to avoid the tourist traps and experience real Roman cuisine? If you’re after something authentic it’s safe to say that you probably won’t find it directly in front of a main monument. Find out where to eat traditional Roman dishes in the eternal city.