Growing up as a half-Italian, I’ve enjoyed the delicious and simple dishes from la cucina povera throughout my life. In this article, I discuss the philosophy, foods and health benefits. Continue reading La Cucina Povera: Italy’s Healthy Kitchen of the Poor!
Want to know more about the 5 Blue Zones? Then you’ll love the new NetFlix blue zones show called Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones. In this article, we briefly explore the five blue zones and what makes them so special. Continue reading Exploring The 5 Blue Zones (Netflix Inspired!)
Simple minestrone soup is one of the healthiest dishes on the planet, if not *the* healthiest. In this article, I explore this famous dish and offer my own recipe for ‘ultra minestrone’. Continue reading Simple Minestrone Soup: The Healthiest Dish in the World?
Ever heard of hara hachi bu? It’s the art of eating until 80% full and the holy grail of losing weight without counting calories. In this article we explore the ins and outs! Continue reading Hara Hachi Bu: The Japanese Art of Eating to 80% Full
Is red wine healthy? It’s a question someone actually asked me recently, as I was sipping a glass of merlot on a visit to Bordeaux – home to some of the best wine in the world. This article explores the question in more depth. Continue reading Is Red Wine Healthy? A Trip to Bordeaux!
In 2023, Italy was named the world’s healthiest country. Yes, the land of pasta, pizza and gelato! In this article, we look at why Italy is the world’s healthiest country and what we can learn from the Italians. Continue reading Why is Italy the World’s Healthiest Country? (Updated 2025)
In this article, we head to Italy to discuss the Italian walk after dinner tradition known as la passeggiata and the benefits of walking after a meal. Continue reading The Beauty of La Passeggiata (the Italian Walk After Dinner)
Best way to prevent a hangover? This article has everything you need to know from our friends around the world! Continue reading Best Way to Prevent a Hangover (Tips from Around the World!)
In this article, I explore the Norwegian tradition of sondagstur, then show you how to create a walking habit of your own! Continue reading Sondagstur: Norway’s Walking Habit (and How to Start Your Own)
Furry, delicious and very nutritious… but do kiwis help you sleep? Let’s find out in this article! Continue reading Do Kiwis Help You Sleep? My Experiment!
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