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La Lopa Matera Review: An Unforgettable Cave Restaurant in the Sassi
A cave restaurant steps from our hotel in Matera, Italy. We called a few days in advance, reserved a table for eight, and ended up with our own private room and some of the best food of the entire trip. Read more
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3.5 Days in Rome: The Ultimate Food & Sightseeing Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Our family trip to Italy began and ended in Rome, with just 3.5 days to experience one of the most historic and delicious cities in the world. We prioritized the highlights, found the best food, and lived to tell about it.
How to Order Focaccia in Italy: La Focacceria 5 Lire in Matera
I typically don’t write about grab-and-go spots, but I cannot stop thinking about this place. Here is exactly how to visit La Focacceria 5 Lire in Matera and what to order.
A Perfect (and Reasonably Priced) Lunch in Irsina: Trattoria Nugent
In a town with only a handful of restaurants, Trattoria Nugent delivered everything you’d hope for in a local Italian meal — simple, genuine, and deeply satisfying. The prices were a very pleasant surprise too.
We Traveled to Irsina, Italy to Find a Family Home — Here’s What Happened
I was asked to plan a 10-person trip to a tiny hilltop town in Basilicata to visit an ancestral home. This is the story of how it came together — and how you might plan a similar Italian roots experience.
Best Restaurants in Naxos Town (Chora): Where to Eat in Naxos, Greece
I loved Naxos but found reliable restaurant information nearly impossible to find before visiting. This post covers the best food in Naxos Town, from upscale dinners to the perfect gyro.
Off-the-Beaten-Path Italy: Matera’s Ancient Streets and Delicious Eats
Matera delivers an Italy experience completely different from the usual Rome-Florence-Venice circuit. Ancient cave dwellings, incredible local food, and very few tourists. This is why you should go.