Know Southern Italy Your Italian-American movie watchlist In film Italian-Americans are often cast as mafiosos and gangsters—here are eight must-watch movies that don’t fall into cliche.
Know Southern Italy How hemp saved a steeltown For decades, Taranto’s economy was based around a toxic plant.
Know Southern Italy Bourdain, off the cuff: Southern Italy “As important as religion, folklore, and history are to me, you know what’s more important? Dinner.”
Know Southern Italy A holy, mystical week During the Holy Week pilgrimage, barefoot, hooded penitents dressed in white visit all of the churches in the city to ask for forgiveness from the Lord.
Eat Southern Italy Recipe: Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa Nonna Romana Sciddurlo’s recipe for one of Puglia’s most iconic dishes.
Know Shanghai Bourdain’s field notes: Shanghai “China—Shanghai in particular—is a very different-looking place every time I go.”
Know Spain Bourdain’s field notes: Spain “Spain is the sort of place that never really made sense, but in the very best possible way.”
Know Scotland 10 things to read and watch before you go to Scotland Your ultimate book and movie list.
Know Congo Bourdain’s field notes: Congo “The Congo is a place where everything is fine—until it isn’t.”