Amy Bizzarri
School
Middlebury College, American University Of Rome
Expertise
Italian Food And Wine, Foodie-focused Travel
- Amy lived in Italy for over 5 years and is a fluent Italian speaker.
- Her passion for wine led her to pursue WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) certification.
- She's a Chicago-based freelance writer with a focus on food and travel.
Experience
Amy Bizzarri is the author of four Chicago history-focused books: "Discovering Vintage Chicago" (Rowman, 2015), "Chicago's Iconic Dishes, Drinks, and Desserts" (American Palate Series / History Press, 2016), 111 Places in Chicago That You Must Not Miss (Emons Verlag, 2017), and "111 Places for Kids in Chicago That You Must Not Miss" (Emons Verlag, 2019), and and "Iconic Hollywood Dishes, Drinks & Desserts" (American Palate / History Press, 2022). Her upcoming book explores the culinary history of the Civilian Conservation Corps. In 2019, she was awarded the Silver Lowell Award for Best Travel Guide by Society of American Travel Writers for her retro road trip guide, "The Best Hits on Route 66" (Globe Pequot, 2018).
Education
Amy pursued a Master of Arts degree in Italian from Middlebury College (VT) and the University of Florence, and ended up staying in Italy upon graduation. She also holds M.Ed in Bilingual and Biculural Education from DePaul University.
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Stories By Amy Bizzarri
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Since 2010, WhistlePig has been producing some of the finest rye whiskeys. The Boss Hog IX: Siren's Song is no different, so here's what you need to know.
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While Memphis barbecue might be world-famous, don't sleep on the city's amazing donut scene. For a list of the best, read our list to learn more.
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Advent calendars are always fun, but if chocolate isn't your thing, fear not - these Christmas countdowns include beer, wine, hot sauces, and so much more.
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Cranberry juice is a refreshing addition to a cocktail or delicious on its own - but how do you know which one to buy? Our ranking will help you.
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Here are our picks for the best steakhouses in Chicago, from old-school standbys to modern twists on the quintessential Chicago steakhouse experience.
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Cook up delicious, spice-forward Indian dishes on the fly with pantry-ready canned goods. We compiled the basic canned foods you'll want on hand.
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While spaghetti is a popular food to make, many home cooks make some pretty simple mistakes. To find out how to avoid these, read on to learn.
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While vodka might not offer much in the way of flavor, the spirit can be used for numerous applications that go beyond cocktails and pasta sauce.