Take your eyes off the volcano for a moment. There’s a colourful culinary tradition to explore on its seething slopes, says the food writer and author Carla Capalbo. With my …
Eating in Naples: How to make it just like mama
When in Naples, do as the Neapolitans do. Eat. All the time. And do it with joy. Food writer Carla Capalbo explores one of Italy’s great gastronomic cities. My friend …
Parmesan and Beyond
Artisanal Italian cheeses have arrived on our shores, and they’re unlike any mozzarella (or maccagno or robiola or caciocavallo) you’ve ever tasted. It’s a brilliant summer morning and I have …
The Vinegar Complex
The rich concentrated taste of aged Italian balsamic vinegar is an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Few foods are so precious, so concentrated and so exquisitely flavorful that they can be tasted …
Gaja’s Next Move
Italy’s most celebrated wine producer is expanding his empire to Bolgheri, where he’ll make wines that truly reflect the soul of Tuscany. “Why should Italian winemakers be isolated in a …
Italy: A chip off the old milk chocolate block
Carla Capalbo satisfies her craving at the Eurochocolate fair in Perugia. I admit it. I’m a chocolate addict. It started early. I still remember the summer holiday excitement of scraping …
Milan: Da Vinci done and dusted
Milan is rediscovering the beauty of Leonardo’s masterpiece. Carla Capalbo savours the scene. MILAN has its favourite painting back. After 20 years of controversial restoration, the wraps have come off …
Italy: Restaurants in Tuscany
Carla Capalbo checks out the leading restaurants in Tuscany. THERE was much speculation in the Italian press about what the Blairs were doing on their Tuscan holiday. I was most …
