Even kids with finicky appetites will find things they like on most Italian menus if they know what to look for. This menu guide for fussy young palates can make mealtime easier during your family’s travels in Italy.
Antipasto
An antipasto platter comprises salami, ham, prosciutto, olives, vegetables and cheeses; order one for the family to share as an appetizer and the youngest ones are sure to find something they like.
Pasta
Listed as a separate course, pasta comes in servings to make more than a generous meal for a child. Spaghetti Bolognese is served with a meat sauce, or you can always order any pasta “al burro” — with butter only. Any pasta served “carbonara” will have a light sauce with bacon.
Polpetti
What kid doesn’t like meatballs? They are normally served in a tomato sauce.
Caprese Salad
Fresh, juicy tomatoes and slices of mild mozzarella cheese can be the perfect meal; kids can leave the basil leaves if they don’t like them and you can ask for it “senza balsamico” to skip the dressing.
Pizza
A word dear to any kid’s tastebuds, pizza is always available, although not in every restaurant. Stop for pizza first so the younger kids have already eaten (they can just order dessert at the restaurant).
Calzone
Pizza in a pocket, and less messy to eat.
Tiramisu
Popular all over Italy, this creamy dessert is wholesome as well as sweet.
Gelato
You can find it in shops and at street-side stands; it’s always good for an energy boost, especially in the summer.
Read This Next
#WhereverFamily
Insta FeedDestinations / North America
Nov 30, 2023Families Can Enjoy Good Art and Good Eats in Pasadena
Pasadena gears up for a lot of attention as it prepares to host its annual Rose Parade on New Year’s Day, but it won’t just be the parade that makes it the place to be for family travelers in 2024. The coming year is full of great things for the city, like interesting anniversaries and fun kid-friendly events, which means great ways for visiting families to explore and discover.
Sponsored Content
Interior Upgrades Begin Rolling Out Across United Fleet
United Airlines is in the midst of a major initiative to modernize its fleet over the next several years. After first announcing the plan in 2021, planes fitted with United’s signature interior are finally beginning to appear across the airline’s narrowbody fleet of Boeing and Airbus planes. United flyers are sure to notice these enhancements from the moment they step on board: Each new or updated plane sports remodeled seats, seatback entertainment screens for everyone, Bluetooth connectivity and more, all adding up to a better experience on every journey.
Destinations / Africa
Nov 30, 20236 Nairobi, Kenya, Destinations for Family Travel
It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Nairobi, Kenya, with us.
Destinations / Europe
Nov 30, 2023Feeding a Crew? These are the Cheapest Destinations for Families to Eat in Europe
If you’re trying to travel with the family on a budget, you might feel like there’s no way you’ll be able to truly enjoy all the culinary experiences you might if you were to travel solo or just with your partner. However, that’s not necessarily the case. Don’t make the mistake of thinking every culinary capital across the globe is going to cost you a pretty penny every time you head to dinner as a crew. A new study from Sail Croatia uncovered the cheapest foodie destinations in Europe, so you can plan your next trip accordingly.
Sponsored Content
United Airlines Celebrates its First Class of United Aviate Graduates
As the only major U.S. airline to own a flight school, United Airlines already hit a major milestone, and now the carrier celebrates another important — and historic — step as the inaugural class of United Aviate Academy pilots graduates, leading the next generation of aviators. The 51 students in the graduating class were majority, at 80 percent, women and people of color — another stride toward United’s goal of training 5,000 new pilots by 2030 with half women or POC.
Destinations / North America
Nov 29, 2023Father, Son and Brother Adventure Bonding in Cody Yellowstone
Dude alert: If you’ve fallen out of touch with the other guys in your family, Cody Yellowstone is the perfect place to catch up — and autumn is the ideal season for doing so in the great outdoors. From off-road adventures to historic ghost towns to plenty of wildlife, there’s something in this dynamic destination to please family travelers.
ShareThis