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May 18, 2026 | Rome, Italy

Pasta and fruit

By Letizia Mattiacci | September 23rd, 2011

Late summer and early autumn in Umbria brings thoughts of sweet pasta.

Organic eggs, fresh vegetables and freshly ground cheese provide a delicate yet rich flavor.

Fried humility

Let a frittata help you beat the heat as the Italian summer winds down.

You take what you can find, and much of what you find is pungent.

The magic mountain

Living on an ancient hardscrabble hill means finding cherries for Google.

Bread is a discreet companion in most Italian meals.

Summer dough

If you're tired of restaurant bread, don't be shy: Make your own focaccia.

5-star picnic

One of the most delightful culinary experiences Italy has to offer is DIY

Shoots on steroids

The flavor of Umbrian asparagus is to die for, but please hold the vipers.

A classic Umbrian tart made virtually in all homes. Photo by Letizia Mattiacci.

Winter crostata

Meet the rustic version of an Umbrian tart made for every occasion.

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