Finding Ganzirri Mussels: A Happy Accident in Sicily
Sometimes the best food adventures happen by accident. This is the story of how I tracked down Sicily's famous mussels, talked my way into a lakeside fishery, and scored the most incredible cozze for a 7-hour drive
Naples Pizza Festival: 40+ Artisans Compete
I just witnessed something magical at Pizza Village—over 40 master pizzaiolos from the greater Naples region gathered to showcase their craft and battle for pizza supremacy. If you've ever wondered what separates
Naples After the Excitement: Finding Peace in Italy
After a wild night in Naples, I woke up expecting chaos. Instead, I found the city had already settled back into its rhythm. There's something magical about this time of year in Italy.
My Beloved Old-School Butcher Shop in Naples
There's something magical about the no-frills butcher downstairs from my apartment—where an unfussy owner with surprisingly perfect skin cuts meat with almost meditative precision. After months of mysterious reque
January in Naples: A Love Letter
There's something magical about Naples in January—fewer tourists, crisp winter air, and the city stripped down to its most authentic self. It's when I fall in love with this chaotic, beautiful place all over again
