Katie talks about her favorite place in the world to travel, Italy. She’s been numerous times beginning in college when she studied abroad in Florence, to her most recent family vacation to Ischia and Nerano with Iris and Ryan this summer.
She reveals all of her top dining spots including Lo Scolgio, which will always be crowned the best meal of her life ... Show More
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My Guide to Easy Summer Grilling and Entertaining
Summer is here, and in this episode I'm sharing everything I know about making the most of it. From mastering the grill to effortless summer entertaining, I've got something for every level of backyard cook. I'm breaking down why you've been turning your meat too soon, what to do ... Show More
1 h
Jun 4
The History of the American Hamburger with Hamburger Historian, George Motz
George Motz is a hamburger scholar and the owner of Hamburger America, my favorite place to have a burger in New York City. With the 250th anniversary of America coming up, I thought, "what's more American than a burger?" I had so much fun talking with George about his years of r ... Show More
45m 55s
May 28
Shea McGee on Dream Kitchens, Flea Markets Finds & Dinner Parties
Shea McGee is one of my favorite figures in the home design world, and she has now written a cookbook, Around The Table. We had a great conversation all about her family traditions, entertaining, her kitchen design must-haves, and Paris flea market finds. Follow Shea @sheamcgee, ... Show More
37m 42s
Sep 2023
Italy Destination Wedding + Euro Summer Debrief with McKenna Rip
In this episode, Ceara has on her recently married little sister McKenna Rip (R.I.P. to McKenna Kirkpatrick) to talk about her destination wedding in Tuscany, Italy. They also talk about traveling around Europe for three weeks together and their shenanigans around Italy, Czechia, ... Show More
1h 39m
Apr 2023
481. - Katie Parla
Katie Parla is a Rome-based food writer and friend. Her new book, Food of the Italian Islands, is out now. We chat about some last-minute Coachella additions, new Ghia dropped, new anti-woke canned beer just dropped, Italian trap music, which drinking fountains have the best wate ... Show More
1h 10m
Aug 2019
Episode 96: Katie Parla's Next Italian Adventure
Katie Parla is a Rome-based food and beverage educator and journalist. Her latest book, Food of the Italian South, details the classic, lost, and disappearing dishes of Molise, Campania, Basilicata, Calabria, and Puglia. For her first appearance on HRN Happy Hour, we talk pizza, ... Show More
45m 53s
Jun 2025
Gwyneth on the Places That Changed Her
In this episode of The goop Podcast, recorded from her hotel room in Naples, Gwyneth Paltrow reflects on the cities, experiences, and cultures that have shaped her. She shares her most memorable travel stories—filming The Talented Mr. Ripley during a period of personal loss, a co ... Show More
29m 11s
Apr 2025
Sicily Uncovered: Street Food, Wine Regions, and the Art of Slowing Down
What is it about Sicily that makes travelers fall in love (and some never leave)?
Linda Sarris is a Sicilian travel expert, private chef, and the author of three Moon Travel Guides covering Sicily and Southern Italy. After building her career as a private chef in New York City, s ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2025
Beaches, Bikes, Hikes and Spas in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep17
In today’s episode, we head outdoors to the beach, hiking trails, bike paths, spas and more, experiencing Italy beyond its food, art and churches. Elisa also teaches us how to relax like an Italian and enjoy Italy’s famous beach culture and hot springs.But to get the most out of ... Show More
29m 56s
Jan 2023
214 Northern Italy + Big Announcement
Happy New Year! We are back and apologize for taking so long to release a new episode. Moving forward, we will strive to have one episode a month to share our travels and tips, as we continue to each put more time into our respective websites. But first, Tamara has a big announce ... Show More
52m 10s