Romantic weekend getaways: Lovere and Lake Iseo, what not to miss
City life, you know, offers a lot, but a sweet escape on the weekend è what you need to be able to recharge your energy. Lovers of the nature, of the borges, of the slow tourism that live in the cityà, this post è for you: today we suggest a location full of charm, a a few km from Bergamo, Brescia, but also from Milan. We are in Lovere, a village n...
Agira, the new “Borgo più Bello d'Italia”
Its central location places Agira at the heart of Sicilian culture and history, making it easily accessible from various parts of the island. Recently honored as one of Italy’s Borghi più Belli d’Italia, “Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages” Agira, with its rich heritage and picturesque surroundings, is a great destination for all those interested in...
Pigging Out on Italy's Cured Meats: A Salumi Encyclopedia From Tip to Toe
Deli meats move aside. Italy’s cured meats, known as salumi, are certainly not to be equated with generic cold cuts like baloney and sad sack lunches: these salty slices are a cornerstone of the Italian food pyramid, whether stuffed in a panino (or schiacciata if you’re in Tuscany), layered atop regional fried doughs, or served in the smorgasbord t...
7 days in Piedmont: a slow journey through art, landscapes and flavours
A journey through the sweetness of the hills and the majesty of the mountains, passing through the enchanting scenery of the lakes, the cultural attractions of the historic cities and the irresistible flavors of typical products: our journey of 7 days in Piedmont runs through the wonderful places of a fascinating, varied and complex region. 7 stag...
This Underrated Island Is A Great Spot For A Crowd-Free Italian Vacation
When visiting the Tuscany region of Italy, most people see the usual cities like Siena, Montepulciano, Florence, Perugia, and Cortona. However, these places can get very crowded, especially during the height of the tourist season. There is a wonderful alternative place to visit in the region that is a mere ferry ride away from the coastal town of P...
Italy lights up the world's largest Christmas tree in Gubbio
The "world's largest Christmas tree" is lit up each year on the slopes of Monte Ingino, overlooking the mediaeval town of Gubbio in Italy's central Umbria region. To mark the festive season, the town illuminates its magical Christmas tree-shaped installation with more than 700 lights in an annual ceremony that started in 1981. This year the lightin...
5 Hidden Gems To Visit In Milan
Like all good Italians, I adore discovering new chicche wherever I go. Chicche — hidden gems, goodies, little treats — are our favorite places to restore our eyes and soak in inspiration. When a cappuccino or a glass of wine won’t do, we flock to cultural attractions for our feel-good fix. In a city like Milan, there are many hidden gems to explore...
Italy's parties unanimously back clampdown on violence against women
Italian lawmakers on Wednesday unanimously backed a raft of measures to clamp down on violence against women after the killing of a university student, and the arrest of her ex-boyfriend triggered a nationwide debate over the issue. The upper house Senate passed the bill proposed by the right-wing government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by 157-...
“Mission: Classic” documentary available for viewing on YouTube
The complete documentary that tells the story of Team Italy's adventure at the 2023 World Baseball Classic is now streaming on the Italian American Baseball Foundation YouTube Channel. After a successful premiere in Milan on November 8th at the Sport Movies & TV Festival, Mission: Classic chronicles the Italian national team at the 2023 World Baseb...
Why Naoise Dolan Learned Italian for Her Book Tour
At the beginning of 2023, I went to Santa Maddalena, a writers’ retreat run by the Baronessa Beatrice Monti della Corte. It was dark when I arrived at the train station and was driven up a bumpy Tuscan hill. I entered the threshold of the big stone house, and someone in the blur of new faces called out: “Buonasera.” I returned the greeting. “Parli...
Retiring in Italy
Known for its relaxed pace of living, stunning and varied scenery, and world-famous food, it’s no wonder Italy attracts so many retirees. The ability to explore a new place with hundreds and hundreds of years of history, museums filled with some of the most iconic works of art in the world, and food known across the globe, is a trifecta unmatched b...
Buon Appetito: A Reading List on Italian Food
I came to this topic as an eater first. My partner and I fell in love through food. We met during the pandemic and got to know each other through long walks and home-cooked meals. On an early date, she put a glistening mound of pasta in front of me and I thought how lucky I was to have fallen for an Italian. (She was born and raised in Rome.) Most...