Aperitivo is one of the simplest and most genius things in Italy. After work, typically from 7-9 pm, Italians love to stop at an outdoor table at a local bar for a glass of wine or a nice spritz and some snacks before they have dinner. It’s a great way to unwind and cool off from the heat of the day. It’s also unbelievably cheap…
I’ve always had an aversion to mushy and creamy desserts, especially anything with whipped cream. But, the first time that my mom and I traveled to Italy, we decided to share a tiramisu after dinner one evening. Neither of us had ever had it before, but we thought it would be fun to try the traditional dish in its homeland. I fully expected to take one bite and…