By Terri Dion. Photos by Lyn and Terri
In 1861, when the Italian peninsula was finally united into a single political entity, only 2.5 percent of "Italians" spoke the Italian language. In fact, the citizens of every major Italian city - Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan, and others - each spoke a different language. Many regional dialects and language still exit today.
In 1861, when the Italian peninsula was finally united into a single political entity, only 2.5 percent of "Italians" spoke the Italian language. In fact, the citizens of every major Italian city - Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan, and others - each spoke a different language. Many regional dialects and language still exit today.
 Typical antipasti |  Scampi |  Melon and prosciutto |
Like the language, the foods of Italy vary from region to region. Flavors of Southern italy and Sicly is the title of this itinerary and the tripi is aptly described. Here's a sampling of some of our experiences...
 Even the truck stop food is delicious - these are pastries we saw during a short stop. |  Grab a sandwich for a quick lunch. They'll heat them in a panini press and they are delicious. Only a couple euros each. |  Did I mention cannoli were invented in Sicily? No calories - we wish. We'll diet when we get home! |
