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Pat Moore

Pat Moore Il Chiostro Instructor

I am Program Manager for Online Workshops. I like the camaraderie with hosting the workshops. It becomes a small village and I enjoy exchanges with the students. I get to brush up on my Italian, as I do speak Italian as I lived in Italy for 10 years as a performing artist and love the language.

Current Entry Requirements for Italy – Updated April 2022

Welcome to Italy sign with Alps in the background

Il Chiostro workshops show you the real Italy, and we strive to make your experience with us as easy and seamless as possible. This includes providing you with the most up-to-date information about entering Italy in 2022. The following information was updated on April 19, 2022, and we will continue to edit this post as new information is made available. Italy is open, and we can’t wait for you to experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of our favorite place. With incredible food, fantastic wine, historical treasures, and beautiful, unspoiled countryside, it’s no surprise that visitors are clamoring to visit Italy … Read more

How to Find the Best Gelato in Italy

Four servings of Gelato

Gelato! It’s everywhere in Italy so, where is the best? Not an easy question, and until a few years ago I would have said that it is impossible to find truly authentic gelato anywhere. Before I spill the milk on which is my favorite, I need to explain the difference between gelato and ice cream. I am talking about the gelato served at a gelateria, not from a grocery store freezer section. That is a completely different frozen dessert and often contains butter and other ingredients not found in artisanal gelato (artigianale).  Despite being practically cousins, ice cream and gelato have some … Read more

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