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Johnny Motley

Writer Johnny Motley enjoying a glass of red wine in the Sicilian countryside.

Johnny Motley is a writer based in Brooklyn. He studied religion at Harvard and taught humanities before entering the wilds of freelance journalism. He writes about travel, men’s fashion, whiskey, and the occasional off-one piece on Stoic philosophy. He would probably tell you that his louche travel stories on Substack represent his finest work. 

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Romantic New York Italian Restaurants for Valentine’s Day

Candlelit trattorias and stylish dining rooms set the tone for an intimate date night.

February 4, 2026
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A Regional Guide to Sicilian Wines with Donnafugata

From coast to volcano, Sicily’s wines reflect a landscape unlike anywhere else.

December 8, 2025