Italophilia

Sfogliatelle calde Attanasio- a Neapolitan institution

Naples has very unique desserts and pastries. While walking around Piazza Garibaldi, I happened to find myself in front of dessert heaven called “Attanasio”.…

by Ishita April 2, 2023

Ischia and The Story of a New Name

Remember the benevolent Maestra Oliviero from My Brilliant Friend?? She graciously suggested Elena to stay for a few weeks in her cousin’s apartment in…

by Ishita August 4, 2022

Day trip to Procida from Naples

A day trip to Procida from Naples is one of the best decisions I made on a hot summer day. Procida is a tiny…

by Ishita July 12, 2022

7 Reasons why you should give Naples a chance

Naples and I had an instant energy match and a connection that is inexplicable. I do realize that not everyone can feel the same…

by Ishita July 1, 2022

Naples is Magic

Is Naples really worth visiting?? Is it safe?? On Italophilia I have vowed to share positive experiences of my travels in Italy and I…

by Ishita June 21, 2022

Books that give an itch to visit South Italy

Have you been sitting at home while people around you are traveling the world??! Travel has opened up for sure but maybe it is…

by Ishita April 26, 2022

As the Romans Do: 10 Magnificent Quotes by Alan Epstein

As the Romans Do: An American Family’s Italian Odyssey by Alan Epstein is a wonderful book on the Eternal City. This insightful memoir beautifully…

by Ishita April 6, 2022

Best way to learn Italian on your own

We’ve all heard the advice: to learn a foreign language, immerse yourself by listening to podcasts, watching movies, TV shows, and enjoying music. While…

by Ishita March 14, 2022