Where to Find the Best Pizza in Naples
23 May 2020

Where to Find the Best Pizza in Naples

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  In the trendy neighborhood of Vomero, high above the historic center of Naples, I find Gorizia Pizzeria, the oldest pizzeria in this part of the city. Established by Salvatore Grasso in 1916, this landmark prides itself on creating the … Continued

A Flower Vendor in Naples
20 Aug 2017

A Flower Vendor in Naples

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On a side street in Naples across from a church a flower vendor sets up shop every day. The street might be dirty and graffiti may cover the side of his three-wheeled Ape vehicle, yet he tends to his plants … Continued

Why Are San Marzano Tomatoes Special?
8 Jun 2016

Why Are San Marzano Tomatoes Special?

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When chefs throughout the world prepare authentic Italian sauce, San Marzano tomatoes are their preference. These thin, pointy, sweet plum tomatoes  are essential ingredients for an authentic Pizza Napolitana, according to the Verace Pizza Napolitana Association in Naples, Italy. San … Continued

The Allure of Italy – A Matter of Perception
27 Mar 2016

The Allure of Italy – A Matter of Perception

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In another part of the world, this might look like a rough section of a city, or even a ghetto.  But in Italy,  crumbling stone foundations and graffiti-laced walls exude a particular type of charm. The allure of Italy is … Continued

Caffè Sospeso – A Naples Tradition
6 Dec 2015

Caffè Sospeso – A Naples Tradition

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Naples is a city where coffee is woven into the fabric of everyday life, and the tradition of caffè sospeso is part of it. The custom of “suspended coffee,” may relate to the history behind today’s pay it forward practice; … Continued

Spaccanapoli – The Heart of Naples
7 Oct 2015

Spaccanapoli – The Heart of Naples

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Noisy, chaotic, vibrant, intense, colorful, edgy, and authentic. Naples oozes reality of life in Italy. Hovering over this city from an almost surreal and tranquil place is the hilltop Castel Sant’ Elmo, a medieval fortress offering spectacular views of Napoli. … Continued

Naples Christmas Alley – San Gregorio Armeno
2 Oct 2015

Naples Christmas Alley – San Gregorio Armeno

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San Gregorio Armeno, otherwise known in Naples as Christmas Alley, is always filled with people, but in the month of December, chaos and crowds define the street. Over half a million tourists visit these small shops, which line both sides … Continued

Meet Tina from Discover Napoli Destinations
24 Apr 2015

Meet Tina from Discover Napoli Destinations

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I’d like to introduce you to Tina Carignani from Discover Napoli Destinations. As some of you may or may not know, Tina wrote the foreword for Colors of Naples and the Amalfi Coast, which is now in the hands of … Continued

Street Scenes in Naples
24 Nov 2014

Street Scenes in Naples

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Naples is a city with a lot of character and all you have to do is walk its streets to feel it. I loved it! The photos speak for themselves. More photos and stories about Naples coming soon. I’d love to … Continued

Margie in Italy
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