13 Restaurant Faux Pas in Italy [Food Guide Reveals All]

Join me, a seasoned food tour guide in Italy, as I delve into the common mistakes tourists make when dining in this culinary paradise:

From understanding the local dining etiquette to avoiding tourist traps, this video is packed with tips to help you eat like a local and enhance your Italian travel experience.

Whether you're planning a trip or are already here, learn how to navigate Italian restaurants, what to order, and how to blend in seamlessly with the locals.

00:00 Intro
00:58 Bread & Oil
01:55 False Friends
02:39 Restaurant Selection
06:03 Overplan
06:57 Table Math
08:33 Al Banco o Al Tavolo?
09:50 Tap Water
10:52 Attire
11:45 BYOB
12:53 BYOG
14:56 Eat in Crowds
15:44 Disrespect Il Caffè
17:05 Spritz & Dinner
18:02 Afternoon Cappuccino?
19:26 The Pineapple Pizza?
20:29 Travel Without Travelling

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