Dream Day in Italy: Tasting Greco di Tufo Wine (June/July 2023)

This article originally appeared in the June/July 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. A triumph of Mother Nature’s greatest gifts comes together to make the “golden” “harmonic” Greco di Tufo white wine in the province of Avellino in the southern Italian region of Campania. The heavily wooded Apennine mountains protect the vines from harsh winter winds. Fresh air and sunshine …

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Blending Art and Wine at NostraVita (April/May 2023)

This article originally appeared in the April/May 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. Wine connoisseurs are always looking for the next great discovery and this boutique winery fits the bill. NostraVita is so small they typically only accept guests by word of mouth.  While visiting Tuscany with a group of wine-savvy friends, one of them arranged a tour and tasting …

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There’s Always Italy: A Chat with Frances Mayes (March 2020)

This article originally appeared in the March 2020 issue of Dream of Italy. One of my favorite things to say is, “no matter what, we always have Italy.” I know my friend Frances Mayes feels the same way, even during these impossibly difficult times as we go to press. Frances is a most calming presence both in person and in her prose. Hopefully …

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What’s New in Italy in 2020

This article originally appeared in the November 2019 issue of Dream of Italy. Join to access the entire issue and over 170 others! A new year brings celebration and renewal, and especially so in Italy, whose calendar in 2020 is chock full of new events to commemorate, participate in and experience. Like the country itself, next year’s agenda will delight …

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Dream of Italy’s 16th Anniversary Favorites

This article originally appeared in the December 2018/January 2019 issue of Dream of Italy. Join to access the entire issue and 160 others! It is hard to believe that 16 years have flown by since I founded Dream of Italy. Our little publication has covered the boot from top to bottom with more than a thousand pages on every corner of our favorite …

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What’s New in Italy in 2019

This article originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Join to access the entire issue and 160 others! There’s a saying that comes to mind when we think of Italy: “Everything old is new again.” Italy may be known for ancient ruins but its also a country of innovation and rediscovery. So indeed, there’s always something new in …

What’s New in Italy in 2019 – European Wine City (November 2018)

This article originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the main What’s New in 2019 article here. The Sannio Falenghina territory in Campania, including the towns of Guardia Sanframondi, Castelvenere, Sant’Agata de’ Goti, Torrecuso and Solopaca has been given the prestigious title of European Wine City 2019 by RECEVIN, the European Network of Wine Cities. These municipalities, all in the …

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Tuscan Wine School Opens in Siena

This article originally appeared in the May 2009 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018.  When traveling through Tuscany sipping all those delicious Tuscan vintages, wouldn’t it be nice to get some context for how that crisp white or lovely red got to taste so good? Fortunately, the new Tuscan Wine School in makes a quick Tuscan wine lesson easy and …

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Exploring the Vineyards of Noto Sicily

This article appeared in the October 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018.  For the last 10 years, I’ve enjoyed introducing travelers to the wines of southeastern Sicily. This is the land of origin of the Nero d’Avola vine and it is just steps from Noto, famous for its baroque buildings and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Much like the town, …

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Casato Prime Donne: A Full Sensory Experience

This article originally appeared in the June/July 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018.  When you visit the Casato Prime Donne winery, you are greeted by Antonella, an engaging woman with sparkling brown eyes and a magical way of telling you about the history of both the winery and the village of Montalcino. She guides you through various parts of …

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