As with many of the company's itineraries, it seeks to connect travelers to a place's makers: In Italy that means winemakers, designers, bronze workers, and more. “Music, food, design,” he says.

Sip Vermouth And Barolo Alongside Local Delicacies Given that northern Italy houses the headquarters of the famed Slow Food movement, there's arguably no better place to savor different flavors ...

At northern Italian restaurant Ama, chef and co-owner Johanna Hellrigl knows the guy who makes the Ligurian olive oil used in her focaccia. She works with local Lancaster Farm Fresh co-op to custom ...

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