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7 Classic �� Soft Drinks to Enjoy During Dry January

Doing Dry January? Try indulging in Italy’s bitter-to-sweet sodas, botanical-based soft drinks, citrusy tonic, and sparkling booze-free “bollicine.”

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A Field Guide to Castle-Hopping in the Aosta Valley

Tucked deep in the heart of the Alps, this tiny region claims one of the highest concentrations of historic strongholds in the country.

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Get to Know L’Aquila in Abruzzo, Italy’s Capital of Culture for 2026

Expect to hear a lot more about the resilient capital of Abruzzo in 2026.

Italy in Brief

The Winter Olympics Are Returning to Cortina — Here’s What the Local Mood is Like

With the countdown to the winter games now officially on, here’s what to know about the history and the current mood in Cortina ahead of all the fanfare.

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Ravioli Dolci: Sweet Lemon Marjoram Ravioli

These unusual ravioli from the Teramo area of Abruzzo have a rum filling that brings out the marjoram’s lovely aroma. Lemon zest adds a bright pop.

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Ravioli Dolci: Sweet Lemon Marjoram Ravioli

These unusual ravioli from the Teramo area of Abruzzo have a rum filling that brings out the marjoram’s lovely aroma. Lemon zest adds a bright pop.

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Here’s Why You Should Try Radicchio for Dessert

Depending on the variety, bitter radicchio can be grilled, cooked in risottos or served in a salad, but this sweet recipe takes a different tack.

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Marsala Wine is the Magic Ingredient in this Golden Beet Soup

This soup hits all the right notes for a weeknight dinner in winter: It’s easy to prepare, warming, filling and healthy.

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Buccellato: The Raisin Bread of Lucca That Inspired a Local Proverb

Simple to make and not too sweet, buccellato is a traditional aromatic dessert bread of Lucca. It’s said that if you come to town and don’t try it, you may as well never have visited.

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