Profiles: 3 Culinary Legends of Friuli
Every cuisine has its masters, individuals who have been instrumental in defining their country's or region's cooking style, often elevating it to a new level. In my own research into…
Il mondo di Bepi Salon GIVEAWAY WINNER!
This summer, to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Flavors of Friuli: A Culinary Journey through Northeastern Italy, I held a giveaway on my Facebook page for the book Il mondo…
Summer in Friuli: Top 10 Things to Do
Note: Even though Italy has begun the process of reopening following the coronavirus shutdown, many events, including the festivals listed below, have been cancelled for 2020 as a precaution. Organizers…
White Asparagus of Tavagnacco
Note: After nearly two months of a nationwide lockdown due to the coronavirus COVID-19, Italy is finally beginning the process of reopening. However, the festival described in this piece has…
Spring in Friuli: Top 10 Things to Do
Note: Like much of the world, Italy has been on a nationwide lockdown due to the devastating coronavirus COVID-19. Although the activities and events listed below will almost certainly be…
The Winged Lion of Saint Mark
The original winged lion was an ancient bronze sculpture brought to Venice in the 12th century. Sitting atop one of two columns in Piazza San Marco, the lion eventually came…
Photoblog: Carnevale di Venezia
When traveling in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, I typically made either Udine or Trieste my home base for much of the time. And whenever I was staying in these cities, I always…
Soups of Friuli-Venezia Giulia
In centuries past, the people of central and northern Friuli-Venezia Giulia were typically poor and often plagued by famine. This was especially true during the long, brutal winters in the…
Winter in Friuli: Top 10 Things to Do
1. Ski the slopes of Monte Santo di Lussari Among the towering, snow-capped peaks of Italy’s Giulian Alps, Monte Santo di Lussari stands out like a precious gem. Near the…
Wines of Friuli–Venezia Giulia
This article was originally published in 2013 on TravelLady.com. Tucked away between mountains and sea in Italy’s northeast corner is the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Known for its unique fusion…