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Italian Christmas culinary traditions are deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture, offering a diverse array of regional specialties. From the Alps in the north to the Mediterranean islands in the south, each region has its own unique recipes and dishes that make the holiday season a time of joy, community, and, most importantly, exceptio...

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I’ll admit that when I first started planning my recent trip to Sardinia, I didn’t have a grasp on how big the island really is. I thought I could stay in the north and make day trips to the south, and vice versa. But after booking accommodations in Costa Smeralda and plugging Cagliari — Sardinia’s capital city — into Google Maps, I realized that t...

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As the holiday season approaches, many of us find a little extra time to spend in the kitchen. It’s the perfect opportunity to experiment with recipes that bring something new and special to the table. Sardinian pastries are deeply rooted in the island’s rural traditions and ancient history, and offer a unique way to share stories and flavors with...

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On a quiet stretch of the Mediterranean, just northeast of Italy’s Sardinia, sits the tiny island of Tavolara – often called the “world’s smallest kingdom.” Measuring just three miles long and one mile wide, it’s easy to miss, but this hidden gem is packed with history, beauty, and a little touch of royalty. Rising 1835ft above the sea, Tavolara’s...

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Antonangelo is 91. Farming and his sheep are his life. His age doesn't stop him from working every day. "If I stop doing this, I'll die. It's my passion, it keeps me alive. Should I sit in an armchair at home, growing old?" he asks. Remaining physically and mentally fit in old age is more the rule than the exception here in the mountain villages of...

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Sardinia is home to one of the world's rare "blue zones" where a greater number of people live to 100 or more. The zone consists of a cluster of villages on the Italian island, which bluezones.com says are inhabited by locals with a rare genetic "quirk" linked to exceptional longevity. The blue zone areas of Ogliastra, Barbagia di Ollolai and Barba...

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A small rural village in Italy is offering homes for as little as $1.06 after the 2024 presidential election. “Are you worned out by global politics? Looking to embrace a more balanced lifestyle while securing new opportunities? It’s time to start building your European escape in the stunning paradise of Sardinia,” the promotional website says.   T...

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Italy is a country of artisans, and virtually every territory and even some very small towns, villages or hamlets are in fact custodians of very ancient knowledge and crafts. These include the small town of Castelsardo in the province of Sassari, which has just over 5,000 inhabitants. Even in such a small reality there is a tradition of craftsmansh...

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Cala Mariolu, a jewel on the Sardinian coast, has just been named Europe's most beautiful beach for 2024. With its cliffs, crystal-clear waters and absolute tranquillity, it is a wonderful place to escape to. Located in the Gurlf of Baunei in Sardinia, Cala Mariolu has been voted Europe’s most beautiful beach by Europe’s 50 Best Beaches. Competing...

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More than 1,500 professional operators – buyers, importers, distributors and the HoReCa channel – over two days had the chance to get to know 1,650 labels from in excess of 230 wineries based in seven regions of Italy – Calabria, Campania, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Latium, Sardinia, Umbria and Veneto, while also taking part in 30 events including mast...

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