The Palio di Siena: 90 Seconds of Glorious Medieval Madness

Ten horses, seventeen rival neighborhoods, and 90 seconds of bareback mayhem in Italy’s most beautiful square. Everything you need to know about the Palio di Siena — and how to see it in 2027.

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What Does an Authentic Italian Vacation Actually Look Like?

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Tuscan Sausage and Bean Soup

Hearty and delicious Tuscan soup with sausage, spinach, farro and cannellini beans.

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Best Pizza Crust

Italian pizza dough you can easily recreate at home!