For many travelers, myself included, the highlight of a trip to Italy is often the cuisine. We daydream of the food we will eat. Each season bringing it’s own bounty of delectable dishes. Travelers, particularly first time visitors, should note that Italian cuisine is very regional and seasonal, so depending on the time of year of your trip and the region visiting, you’re likely to find very different dishes on the menus of restaurants and trattorias.

The August heat is soothed by a creamy and delicious gelato. Autumn brings forth mushroom dishes, and fresh fava beans and peas in the spring are just some of my favorites. As a native of Italy, I have had the pleasure of eating it’s cuisine throughout the year and can attest that each season brings it’s own deliciousness.