Travel

The Best Flea Markets in Italy

Mercati, Mercatini and Vintage shopping

Sep 8 • Elizabeth Minchilli

Agriturismo - Italy's Best Kept Secret

Why staying on a working farm is one of the most rewarding ways to experience Italy, plus how to find the right one.

Jul 15 • Elizabeth Minchilli

Beyond the Crowds: Where to Go in Italy Instead

Where Italy still feels like Italy

Jun 16 • Elizabeth Minchilli

Edible Souvenirs from Italy

From Farmer’s Markets to Supermarkets

Apr 14 • Elizabeth Minchilli

News from Elizabeth : March 2026

Spaghetti al Pomodoro, An Evening in Florence & Tours

Mar 3 • Elizabeth Minchilli

How to Travel with one Carry-on for Your Trip to Italy

Yes, it’s possible — here’s exactly how I do a week in Italy with just one small suitcase.

Feb 24 • Elizabeth Minchilli

Where to Eat Artichokes in Rome

A very personal guide + a few recipes

Feb 10 • Elizabeth Minchilli

Yes, Italians Eat Vegetables

How to find them when you’re eating out in Italy

Jan 20 • Elizabeth Minchilli

A Last Minute Trip to New York

Family, food, museums, and the usual opinions

Jan 13 • Elizabeth Minchilli

News from Elizabeth: January 2026

Traditions, Links and a Ricotta Carrot Tart

Jan 2 • Elizabeth Minchilli

How to Drink Coffee in Italy: The Unwritten Rules

Ordering It, Buying It, Making It

Dec 9, 2025 • Elizabeth Minchilli

News from Elizabeth : December 2025

Thoughts on Fall, December in Rome and Chickpea Soup

Dec 2, 2025 • Elizabeth Minchilli

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