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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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Rose window of Santa Maria di Collemaggio
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. 
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Wintry Mood Finger Food: Dried Figs Done 3 Ways
Three tantalizing fig fillings — creamy mascarpone, crunchy pistachios and savory prosciutto — provide a perfect assortment of flavors and textures to kickstart any meal.
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Why the Milanese Keep Their Leftover Panettone Until February
A 4th-century Armenian saint is behind one quirky Milanese tabletop tradition.
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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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Pasta e lenticchie
Here’s an Easy Way to Get Your Lentils This New Year’s Eve
Pasta e lenticchie is a classic wintry first course that’s earthy, nutty and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
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torta di radicchio
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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Caesar salad
The Original Caesar Salad Wasn’t Named for a Roman Dictator, But an ½ûÂþÌìÌÃ-American Restaurateur
Julius Caesar had nothing to do with the name of this recipe or its origins. One enterprising Piedmontese-American chef working stateside and south of the border did.
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How to Make an Uncomplicated Christmas Crostata
The classic ½ûÂþÌìÌà crostata crust has a criss-cross pattern, but here, decorative cookie cutters add a festive touch for the holiday season. 
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These Honey-Drenched Fritters are a Merry Treat From Molise
Though delicious year-round, these fried delights are especially a must during the Christmas and Carnival seasons. 

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