articles by

Eleanor Sly 

Our writers come from all different walks of life–from all over the world, from different professional backgrounds, from all ages. We prefer our writers to be based in Italy: some were born and raised here, others moved here on a whim a few years ago. To us, the experience of those who grew up in Italy is just as important as those who have come here, seeing and feeling our culture through fresh eyes.

We like to publish evocative writers no matter their editorial experience. Whether a full-time journalist or someone who writes just for fun, our contributors are united by a passion for exploring the hidden corners of Italian culture and uncovering the stories that are often overlooked by mainstream media. As you read through our site, you’ll find that the voice of each and every writer shines through their work. Some articles may seem like they’ve been written by a non-native English speaker: that’s probably because they are. Just as we celebrate the beautiful, little things of Italian life, we embrace the small quirks that make each writer unique. And so the voice of Italy Segreta is exactly this: the tune, pitch and chords of each and every contributor, harmonizing to create a magazine that shows how Italy really feels.

Women on Film: The History of Gender Equality in Italy, As Seen on the Silver Screen

Jan 25

Forgo Flying: Take the Train to Italy and Back Instead

Mar 24

Sicily: The Island of Orange Groves

Apr 23

Through the Lens of Michele Iacobini: Southern Italy’s Colors

Mar 23

Reading As We Know It Was Invented in Venice

Jan 23

Taralli: Boiled and Baked

Nov 22

Pescheria Mattiucci and the Raw Fish of Naples

Nov 22

The Baroque Beauty of Southern Italy

Oct 22

Through the Lens of Riccardo Dubitante: A Locals’ Venice

Sep 22

Through the Lens of Eleonora D’Angelo: The Young and the Old

Aug 22

Why Dialects Are Still Important

Mar 22

A New Generation of Italian Actresses

Jan 22

Italian Chocolate: The Silky Taste of Youth

Piadine: The Flatbread from Romagna

Orvieto’s Autumn Sun

Nov 21

Lambrusco: Emilia Romagna’s Sparkling Red Wine

Italy’s Best Mode of Transportation: Le Biciclette

Sep 21

Parmigiano Reggiano: The Iconic Cheese of Emilia-Romagna

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