The Fatal Charm of Italy

The Fatal Charm of Italy


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Gay Travel in Italy – FCI 049
January 07, 2023

When you talk about gay travel in Italy, you must begin the conversation with the Puglia region. Its the top gay summer destination for Italys gay community, and furthermore, its recognized as one

Gay Travel in Italy
January 07, 2023

When you talk about gay travel in Italy, you must begin the conversation with the Puglia region. It’s the top gay summer destination for Italy’s gay community, and furthermore, it’s recognised as one of Europe’s top 5 gay destinations. So what draws LGBT

Tuscany Food And Wine Tours with Judy Witts Francini – FCI 048
June 16, 2022

Back in mid-March of 2020, when the pandemic hadnt quite reached the U.S. yet but was devastating Italy, I interviewed five friends who were suffering through those early days of fear and panic. One

Tuscany Food Tours with Judy Witts Francini - FCI 048
June 15, 2022

On this episode I'm joined by Judy Witts Francini, who lives in Tuscany, midway between Florence and Siena. I guess I might describe her as an “Italian Food Concierge,” because she seems to be involved in every aspect of regional Italian cuisine; from sho

Visiting Venice with Monica Cesarato – FCI 047
February 21, 2022

Visiting Venice is a dream for many. And then there are those who are fortunate enough to live inside that dream every day. More appealing still when part of your job description is leading hungry tou

Visiting Venice with Monica Cesarato - FCI 047
February 20, 2022

We're visiting Venice with Monica Cesarato, blogger, chef, food tour leader, and an unofficial ambassador for the city. We talk about the current state of tourism in the post-pandemic era, and she tells us about a few sites that aren't on the typical tour

Columbus and Italian Heritage – FCI 046
October 10, 2021

Its October, and every year I find myself reflectingand maybe scratching my head a little bitabout the connection between Columbus and Italian Heritage Month. At first glance, the connection seems

Columbus and Italian Heritage Month - FCI 046
October 09, 2021

Evert October I find myself reflecting—and maybe scratching my head a little bit—about the connection between Columbus and Italian Heritage Month. At first glance, the connection seems obvious enough. But it’s my contention that if we dive a little deeper

My Cheap Italian Home with Kristina and Michelle - FCI 045
May 08, 2021

My Cheap Italian Home is a house hunting platform for expats dreaming of the beautiful life in Italy. Great deals to be found!

The Italian Approach to Wellness and Beauty with Amy Parsons – FCI 044
March 24, 2021

The Italian approach to wellness and beauty is rooted in traditions and generational knowledge. Craftmanship and a commitment to quality.