Armchair Italy

The Artistic Mastery of the Brancacci Chapel: A Renaissance Treasure**>Discover the transformative art and innovative techniques that made the Brancacci Chapel a cornerstone of Renaissance brilliance, often called the "Sistine Chapel of the Early Renaissance." Join us as we explore its groundbreaking frescoes, the rivalry between Masolino and Masaccio, and why this small chapel is a must-visit...

I’ve been fielding a lot of Florence questions lately, so I wanted to bring two of my favorites to the show today. First up: where should you actually stay? And second: what is that one unique local experience most travelers completely miss out on? 1. Where is a great place to stay while in Florence? - https://armchairitaly.com/listing/villa-paradisino-.html What is a unique local experience most...

Unlock your Italian language superpower with Clara and Martina from My Italian Room ! In this episode, we explore their unique, science-backed approach to teaching Italian through conversation, writing, listening, action, and community. Say goodbye to boring lectures, and endless grammar drills, and hello to a fun, natural way of learning. Listen in to find out how you can start speaking effortles...

Welcome to Armchair Italy! We help you discover Italy before you experience it. Planning a trip to Bel Paese ? You're in the right place. This is the In-Situ segment—your deep dive into the stunning art, culture, and history of Italy. In today's episode we dive into the three best places, in my opinion, to enjoy Magna Grecia (Greece outside of Greece). We'll be talking about: The Naples Museum of...

Welcome to the Armchair Italy podcast.  This is the “There is no Such Thing as Italian Food” Segment.  It’s all about the delicious regional, cuisine that makes every Nonna’s kitchen just like Heaven. This episode is about Insalata Pantesca. One of my favorite salads. It's quick, simple, and delicious. Insalata Pantesca recipe from Francesco Mattana Watch Francesco make this delicious salad Ingred...