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7 Best Places to Eat Frittelle in Venice
Where to get the best pastries in Venice during Carnevale.


Carnevale Pastries In Venice
A quick explanation of three classic pastries to eat during Carnevale in Venice.


What is Frutti di Bosco?
And why is it offered as both a gelato and sorbet? Frutti di bosco translates to "fruit of the forest". Most English-speaking countries...


What is Crema?
One of the most confusing gelato flavors, if judging solely by name If you're about to order and you're panicking, "crema" is what the...


What is Bacio?
And is this not the same thing as gianduia? Pronounced "bah-cho", this is either a flavor (of gelato, if you found this article), or...


What is Gianduia?
And how do I pronunce "gianduia"? Not to be confused to bacio (based off the famous Perugina chocolate "Baci", though they are remarkably...


What is Nocciola?
Nocciola: The Classically Italian Flavor Found in Every Gelateria Hazelnut. If you're in line for gelato, that's the answer you're...


Can I Order a Cappuccino After Lunch?
What's the deal with this commonly-heard coffee rule? One of the most common rules around drinking coffee in Italy often finds its way...


What is an Aperitivo?
And why do Italians eat and drink so much before lunch and dinner? If you prefer, you can listen to our podcast episode on this very...


Espresso Drinks and How to Order Them
A list of common espresso drinks and what they mean This article might make use of affiliate links. Using them will financially support...


Gelato Flavors: Classic and Common
Looking at what flavors to expect, and where to find the unexpected This article might make use of affiliate links which help support...


The Gelato Cone: Best and Worst Kinds
A good gelato experience starts with the cone This article might make use of affiliate links which help support the website This short...


What is Panna?
A simple addition that makes or breaks gelato. This article might make use of affiliate links which help support the website. Panna is...


What is Gelato?
One of Italy's greatest contributions to humankind), which is much higher in fat content. This article might make use of affiliate links...


How To Find The Best Gelato In Italy
Not all gelato is made equally—here's how to tell the difference This article might make use of affiliate links which help support the...
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