I won't lie to you: getting the tessera sanitaria was one of the most confusing pieces of Italian bureaucracy I have encountered so far! In this post I try my best to make the instructions clearer for you than they were for me.

Which Doctor to Go to in Italy - Excerpt from How to Be an American in Italy (The Book)
In Italy, the health care system may be free, but that doesn't mean it isn't confusing! Here is a quick, handy guide to help you figure out which doctor you should visit when you need help.

Italian Table Manners (Part 1)
Italians are all about eating. Here are five tips for how to fit in better around the dinner table!

7 Tips for Driving in Italy
I'm going to be honest with you: driving in Italy can be a bit intimidating! Here are seven Italian driving tips to help make the experience easier (and safer!) for everyone involved.

Marca da Bollo: What It Is and Where to Get One
Rule #1 of Italian bureaucracy should be "always have a marca da bollo handy!" Read on to learn more about what a marca da bollo is and where to find one when you need it.

7 American Foods You Won't Find in an Italian Supermarket
Read this before you start baking that cake and realize an ingredient you need is an ocean away!