Where to Drink Whisky in Florence

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If you ever find yourself in Florence with room for a post‑dinner dram, you’re in luck. The city hides a handful of whisky spots with a solid range of bottles, not just the usual suspects. What I like about these […]

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Drink Like an Italian – Guide to Spritz Cocktails

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Italians really know how to make refreshing spritz cocktails! These long drinks are ideal for the hot summer weather, although Italians enjoy a spritz all year round. They are most popular during an aperitivo but also at lunch time. Aperitivo […]

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The Lemon Houses of Lake Garda

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When we think of Italian lemons, we often associate them with the Amalfi Coast and Sicily, when in fact the lemon trade began from Italy’s largest lake, Lake Garda, back in the 14th century. Due to the hilly landscape of […]

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How to Make Limoncello at Home

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Limoncello is the easiest to make and you only need four ingredients: lemons, vodka, sugar and water. Bring it as a gift to a dinner party or use to create a tasty aperitif at home. What is Limoncello? Limoncello is […]

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Puni Italian Malt Whisky – What Is It All About?

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Puni Distillery is the first whisky distillery in Italy. Located in the far north, in the middle of the Alps in the Venosta valley, the distillery can take advantage of the special climate and the pure alpine water. The water […]

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Where to Enjoy an Aperitivo in Lucca

I have researched the best aperitivo places in Lucca within the city walls. It gets pretty hot in Tuscany during the summer months, so I don’t always feel like eating much or cooking at home. Therefore, aperitivo is ideal as […]

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