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Frette, a luxury Italian linen brand, has opened a new boutique at The Galleria in Houston, according to a Dec. 16 news release. The shop is located on the first floor of the popular retail center, and features a curated selection of bedding and bath linens, home accessories and refined loungewear, per the release. The Galleria location's interior...

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Perugia, the capital of Umbria, is a medieval gem of a hill town. Known for its excellent universities, rich architectural history and Umbria Jazz, one of the great music festivals of Europe, it’s also nurtured a vibrant sister-city relationship with Seattle for more than three decades. There’s another area where Perugia shines: as a center of fash...

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Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino is pleased to announce the return of Benvenuto Brunello to the United States. The much-anticipated tasting event will take place on February 4th at GH on the Park in the heart of Manhattan, offering an exclusive first look at the newest vintages: Brunello di Montalcino 2020, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2...

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There was a time not too long ago when nobody in America knew anything about Italian food. Well, a few people did—because they had moved here from Italy. Everyone else was clueless, or close to it. Americans loved pizza and lasagna and heaping platters of spaghetti and meatballs, sure. They loved a certain style of cooking that had originated with...

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Italy’s wine renaissance has become undeniable in recent years. It is not only one of the world’s leading wine producers, it’s also a popular destination for wine tourism enthusiasts who come from all over the globe to immerse themselves in the history, traditions, and unique flavours that only the Bel Paese can offer. This wine renaissance is not...

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From autonomous robotaxis to sensor systems that detect wildfires before they spread, AI tools that help doctors with diagnostics, or enable factories to reduce energy consumption. Practical solutions leveraging solid yet underutilized technologies to enhance productivity, improve urban systems, and enrich daily life—this is the spirit behind the I...

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The invention of the modern coffee machine is credited to Angelo Moriondo, an Italian entrepreneur from Turin, who patented the first steam-powered device for brewing coffee in 1884. This revolutionary machine laid the foundation for the espresso machines we know today. Angelo Moriondo came from a family of innovators and entrepreneurs. His grandfa...

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The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has announced a year-long partnership with Italy for 2025 that will make the European country the partner country for both the 49th Winter Fancy Food Show, taking place Jan. 19-21, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, and the 69th Summer Fancy Food Show, taking place June 29-July 1, 2025, at New York’s Javi...

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The new chapter of “Barolo & Barbaresco World Opening (BBWO)” 2025, one of the most important Italian wine events in the world, promoted by the Consorzio di Tutela Barolo Barbaresco Alba Langhe e Dogliani, will present its 4th edition, on a new traveling format. In addition to the Grand Tasting at The Branch Park Pavilion in Austin, Texas, on March...

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Italian sparkling wines are on track to break the one-billion-bottle milestone in 2024, with 355 million (+7%) expected to be uncorked during the Christmas and New Year festivities alone. The data, revealed in the year-end report by the Uiv-Ismea Wine Observatory, underscores the resilience of Italy’s sparkling wine industry in the face of economic...

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