December 12, 2017
Everyone has heard of Father Christmas, but unless you live in Italy you probably haven’t heard the legend of La Befana. Italian children look forward to the arrival of Babbo Natale (Father Christmas), but after Christmas they also receive a visit from La Befana, the friendly witch. It is a great Christmas story, so get…
December 6, 2017
Bologna is famous for being Italy’s most gastronomic city – and in a country obsessed with food, that’s some achievement. Its impressive medieval centre is crammed with atmospheric food shops, delis, and restaurants. Here’s a few not to miss: Food Shops Tamburini This is typical of the city’s plentiful deli-style food shops, with the sweet…
December 1, 2017
This hearty dish hailing from Sorrento is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. You’re sure to make it on one of our cooking holidays in Amalfi, and our local chefs from the region have shared their authentic recipe with us!
November 29, 2017
Tiramisu’ is one of Italy’s best known desserts around the world. But the origins of this well loved dolce have been the source of a centuries-long dispute. There are many legends about this mysterious dessert. The most famous tales trace its origins back to Treviso, but our Flavours Tuscan chefs have shared the local Tuscan…
November 23, 2017
Around 70% of Flavours Holidays guests are solo travellers, and a considerable percentage of those solo travellers have left their other half back home. Their reasons are many and varied, but one thing’s for sure, taking a break from the family is increasingly popular. Here are five reasons why: 1. You and your family have…
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November 17, 2017
As Italy is big on its cuisine, we have a list of food to try whilst you travel to Bologna. You really don’t want to leave without trying these 15 dishes!
November 16, 2017
Flavours guest Heather travelled from Australia this summer to get a taste of Sicily on our week long Sicilian cooking course. She’s shared with us why it was the perfect holiday for a solo traveller: I have been a solo traveller for several decades, so booking into Flavours cooking course in Sicily was an absolute…
November 7, 2017
Bolognese food is some of the best in the world, and Italy’s culinary heartland is rightly proud of it. There are so many wonderful local dishes and ingredients, from Bologna itself, and from nearby Emilia-Romagna towns – including Modena and Parma. 1. Crescentini Bolognesi These fried, light-as-air, hollow triangles of puffy bread are perfect for…
October 26, 2017
For many first-time solo travellers, a holiday for one can be a daunting prospect. Having been widowed myself, I know that until very recently there has been a real stigma attached to going on holiday by yourself. But my goodness, how that’s changed: in fact, according to a recent study by market researchers Mintel, more…
October 20, 2017
This typical Venetian recipe for sweet and sour sardines is a must-try for any lover of Italian cooking.
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October 17, 2017
Head to central Bologna, capital of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, and you’ll soon hit a food shop. The delicious, dark delis containing a multitude of goodies are around every corner in this handsome old city. The Bolognese take their food tradition very seriously. In fact, the city is known as ‘La Grassa’ meaning ‘The fat one’,…
October 2, 2017
This blog was originally posted on 2nd October 2017 and was updated on 22nd October 2020. Travelling alone is a great way to enjoy a holiday! In fact, 70% of our guests are solo travellers. It gives you the chance to enjoy your holiday exactly how you want to, and meet like-minded travellers along the…
July 27, 2017
Welcome to part two of our useful Italian phrases guide. Part one covered Italian phrases for meet and greet and useful phrases for permissions, inquiries and requests. Today we’ll be looking at more common phrases you would need to know before travelling to Italy. Useful phrases for interacting with hotel staff/ shop keepers/cinema staff etc. Ho…
July 24, 2017
Travelling alone for women is usually considered something unusual; because of a few unrealistic stigmas attached to it. However, a solo female trip is something every girl should opt for once in a lifetime. Because all that which stops you from doing it; it’s nothing but an unrealistic stigma. A lot of girls around the…
July 22, 2017
Travelling to a new country always comes with a few hurdles, but they can be avoided with a right guide. However, if you are planning to travel to Italy then you might need to consider that Italians do not speak English frequently it can be problematic as they usually speak Italian, French or Spanish. Learning…
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