You’re scared to drive in Italy, right? And maybe you’re not just scared; you’re terrified. But you’re going on a heritage trip. You want to get off the beaten path and explore the countryside of your ancestors. But how the heck are you going to get behind the wheel and merge into a stream of…
Rich, chewy, and aromatic, these homemade tagliatelle are made from only fresh eggs and flour. Top with Tuscan ragù for a hearty meal or serve simply with olive oil and Parmigiano Reggiano and impress your friends and family by making tagliatelle from scratch. If you are looking for the best homemade tagliatelle straight from Italy,…
Are you ready to plan your memorable trip to Italy to visit the land of your ancestors? Planning a heritage trip to Italy is a lot like planning a trip to Italy but with some additional things to consider. I have spent almost 40 years trying to figure out where my great-grandparents came from in…
You’ve spent hours searching for your Italian ancestors—scrolling through online records, piecing together names, and writing emails to Italian churches that never get answered. But no matter how hard you try, you still can’t find that one missing link. At this point, you might be wondering: Is hiring a genealogist worth it for Italian ancestry…
If you have hit a brick wall in your Italian genealogy research, searching Italian parish records might be your answer. This is because Italian parish records contain a wealth of information and go back centuries without interruptions. In this article, I will tell you what you need to know about Italian Parish Records so that…
If you are searching for your Italian ancestors, you have surely come across Portale Antenati. And you may have noticed it’s not the easiest website to use. This is partly because most records are not indexed and the images are written in old Italian cursive. However, when you know a few tips for using this…
