articles by

Siena Hicks

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.

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In Cucina: Polenta

Il Giardino dei Tarocchi: The Monumental Masterpieces of Niki de Saint Phalle

Nov 23

De Camino a La Vereda

Aug 23

Pomo d’Oro: The Tomato Is Italy’s “Golden Apple”

Unmissable: Italy’s Art Exhibitions of 2022

Jan 22

Barefoot in Panarea: Experience Sicily as a Local

Sep 21

Granita: The Taste of a Sicilian Summer

The Little Saint Peters of Rome

Apr 21

Il Pranzo al Mare

Mar 21

A Crusty Affair: Pizza Napoletana vs Pizza Romana

Slow like Polenta: Italy’s Cornmeal Winter Warmer

Jan 21

Dolce Far Niente at Home, Sweet Home

Jan 21

Peggy Guggenheim in Venice

Dec 20

Splish! Splash! The Glorious Fountains of Rome

Nov 20

In Cucina: Puntarelle alla Romana

Unmasked: The Torlonia Marbles

Nov 20

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