Pia's Journal

Ah, summertime in Liguria! This iconic, crescent-shaped region stretches from the French Riviera to Tuscany and is blessed with a mild Mediterranean climate, charming beaches, warm coastal breezes, pristine hills,...

In Italy, August 15th is an important holiday marked by sun-drenched streets, empty cities, crowded beaches, and the irresistible aroma of traditional feasts. This annual celebration, deeply ingrained in Italian...

Sun-kissed, juicy-sweet and vitamin-rich, tomatoes are the heart and soul of Italian cuisine. Right now, our suppliers in Campania – home of San Marzano and Mt. Vesuvius – and in...

We’re loving this Lavender & Rosemary Risotto from Liguria, The Cookbook by Laurel Evans. Although lavender is best known as a fragrance, the versatile plant also boasts a myriad of...

With this sweltering heat wave, we’re craving large, frosty pitchers of refreshing iced tea to help beat the heat. But how to make the perfect iced tea? Well, don't worry,...

The caper harvest is in full swing in Pantelleria, the tiny, volcanic island in the Strait of Sicily. Characterized by blistering hot days, cold nights, and extreme winds, Pantelleria climate...

We are so excited to introduce you to La Via del Té, Firenze. You may recognize their exquisite teas and have experienced them in one of their storied retail locations...

It’s time to dust off the BBQ and heat up the coals, grilling season is upon us! Incorporate some iconic Italian style into your next cookout and instantly elevate the...

We're excited about our ongoing partnership with Pruneti, and to introduce three new gift sets highlighting their incredible monocultivar extra virgin olive oils from Chianti. These sophisticated gift sets offer...