A city of dualities: religion and myth, tourism and localism, sacre and profane, chaotic and charming . This is Naples. Well known for its stunning views of Vesuvio and amazing foods, this city has to be visited in full: admiring its many churches, exploring each hidden corner and trying all the pizzas and buffalo mozzarella you possibly can. In August I planned to travel with a couple of friends to the Amalfi Coast, and since I had never been to Naples and being so close, I

Everything started when my friend Giulia suggested to join her at her gran-parents' house in Puglia in August. I was planning to go back to Italy at the end of July after one year and a half living in Australia, so it sounded like everything was falling into place and I was meant to meet her there. I've dreamed to visit Puglia and dive into the most transparent waters for years. I've also heard about its creamiest stracciatella and most delicious buffalo mozzarella, which are

This story was originally published on Lodestars Anthology. When I travel, it’s all about local produce and traditional dishes - so my journey to Bali was always going to centre on Indonesian flavours and aromas. My main focus though, was a coffee called kopi luwak, produced using partially digested coffee cherries, which have been eaten by the Asian palm civet. To the uninitiated, it may sound a little dubious … yet ask anyone in the know and they’ll swear is tastes amazing.

This story was also published on Pamëla. I've been wanting to visit Bulimba for a while now. Since I moved to Brisbane at the beginning of last year, I've been exploring different suburbs of the city walking around, checking out coffee shops and visiting local galleries. Each suburb has its own charm, with different architecture styles and a bustling local community enjoying coffee in the sun. Bulimba has its own vibe, made of houses by the water and a range of restaurants a

This story was originally published on Lodestar Anthology. I’ve always been interested in food and wine - and am particularly fascinated by the processes involved in making exceptional products. This curiosity was sparked while working in a restaurant in Italy, my home country, and a café in the UK, where I lived for few years; both experiences revealing just how important it is to choose the right ingredients, and to take time and care. When I first visited Australia - havi