What to Eat in Italy? Here some favorites

Here are travel writer Jessica Spiegel's seven suggestions for what to eat in Italy, plus the cities and/or regions where they’re from (and therefore, usually, best).

Textures of Tuscany

Photographer Bill Miller creates his own definition of Tuscany through his camera lens in his exhibit "Textures of Tuscany."

"It struck me that the definition of texture as a fabric – and that fabric being a society’s structure – was a wonderful way to attempt to visually define Tuscany," Bill writes. "To do this I wanted to look at many of the individual threads that have made up Tuscan society for the last 500 years. With this in mind we focused our camera on the simple things – the everyday things - that you see in Tuscany."

See his photos and the rest of his story.

How to plan a day trip to Florence

Your travels take you to Rome but you also have Florence on your must-see list. Unfortunately, you don't have enough time to spend several days there. Travel writer Jessica Spiegel shows you how to enjoy Florence on a day trip.

Taking Advantage of Off-Season Travel Opportunities

Whether you’re the kind of person who hunts down travel bargains like a bloodhound or you just like to find a good deal, one of the best ways to save money when you travel is to visit a location when it’s not in the midst of its peak season. In Italy, there are times of each year when you’ll not only snap up great deals but also experience Italy without the biggest crowds.

OUR EXPERTS IN TUSCANY

Here's who we turn to when we want to talk about Tuscany:

Wanda Martinelli - Wanda is a native of Lucca and a long-time tour guide in her hometown. Like all certified guides, Wanda is well-versed in everything you need to know in and around Lucca. She's also multi-lingual. Here's more about Wanda.

Annie Adair - Annie is an American living in Volterra. She and her husband, Francesco Gronchi, operate Tuscan Tours in Volterra. If you haven't added the small town of Volterra to your itinerary, give it some thought. Then learn more about Annie.

Jessica Spiegel - We originally met Jessica at an event in Portland, Oregon. She's proven to be a great resource as she writes for Why Go Italy. You can find selected articles on this site or see her complete collection here.

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