Free Vegan Travel Guide to Liguria

Worried about finding vegan food in Italy? You’re not alone – but there’s good news. I created a short vegan travel guide to Liguria help fellow vegans enjoy the best of our regional cuisine without stress or compromise. I’ve lived and worked here for years, and trust me, vegan gems do exist! Vegan Pansoti made by Il Naturificio (Genova): if you like cooking with fresh ingredients, check them out!Image Credit: Il Naturificio – While vegan options aren’t always clearly marked or widely available, Italy has deep culinary roots in simple, plant-based cooking. Many traditional…

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Amplifying Women’s Voices: Books, Films and the Spaces That House Them

Women’s voices haven’t always been given the space they deserve, and a few weeks ago, while preparing for a school visit to Sestri Levante’s archaeological museum, I spent some time in the public library. As I browsed the shelves, I noticed something that made me pause – a small but powerful symbol marking books with feminist themes. It was such a simple initiative, yet it felt significant. Seeing those books set apart as part of a broader conversation about gender, representation and storytelling reminded me of past experiences that have shaped my own journey with…

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Inspirational Women Who Walk Far and Make History

The Journey Begins During my years as a teacher, Women’s History Month was an important event and I always made sure to dedicate my lessons to inspirational women. I would search for texts in the target language about Serena Williams, Malala Yousafzai, Rigoberta Menchú, Frida Kahlo, Artemisia Gentileschi, Maria Montessori, and many others. Their stories weren’t just about success; they were about resilience, determination, and breaking barriers. They provided mirrors for my students to see themselves reflected and windows to worlds they might not otherwise explore. Even though I no longer teach in a classroom,…

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Why I Created a Free Vegan Food Guide for Ligurian Restaurants

A Journey That Led Me Here Years ago, when I first moved abroad, I realised that food is more than just nourishment – it’s a language of culture, connection, and tradition. But as a vegan, I also learned something else: food can be a barrier. In Liguria, a region famous for its rich culinary heritage, I’ve often found myself scanning menus, searching for something beyond pasta al pomodoro. Over time, I heard the same frustration from fellow vegan travellers and friends. Why is it so hard to find plant-based options in a cuisine that already…

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