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If Turin is your next destination, get ready to experience royalty! Baroque palaces, stained-glass galleries and endless arcades, all the result of the Savoy family's plan to turn a small village into a city worthy of a king. In fact, between the 16th and 18th centuries, Turin became the capital of the Kingdom of Savoy and the royals began to build...

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November in Italy is a dream come true for chocolate lovers, with various regions hosting delightful chocolate fairs. From the historic streets of Turin to the charming squares of Bari and Marostica, Italy’s passion for chocolate comes to life in these events. Let’s check them out together… The Turin Chocolate Festival, famously known as Cioccolatò...

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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...

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A stunning ancient city beloved by a world-famous Hollywood star is shockingly under-visited compared to some of its peers. Turin, located in Piedmont, Northern Italy, was established as a Roman community as early as 28BC and was briefly the national capital before the country unified in the 19th century. While it has since become a regional capita...

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“La dolce vita” translates into “the sweet life” in Italian, and if you are thinking of retiring soon, you might want to set your sights on the nation that is known for pasta, wine, culture, scenery and so much more. But with all Italy has to offer, perhaps it is out of your price range, especially if you are going to be on a fixed budget once you...

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Next year’s Giro d’Italia will start in Piedmont on May 4 and the opening stage will commemorate the 1949 Superga air disaster that killed the entire Torino soccer team. Race organizers revealed the first few stages of the Italian Grand Tour, which will begin with a 136-kilometer (85-mile) route from Venaria Reale to Turin. That stage will go over...

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As the summer heat wanes and the air turns crisp, Italy undergoes a transformation. The country, renowned for its art, history, and gastronomy, dons a vibrant palette of autumnal hues, making it an even more enchanting destination. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the historic streets of Turin, let’s start a journey to discover Italy’s gems in...

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Have you ever wondered about the origins of the humble breadstick, or grissino, as it’s known in Italy? This slender, crunchy bread, a staple on Italian tables and beyond, has a pretty curious history. It all begins in the 17th century, in the city of Turin, in Piedmont, where young prince Vittorio Amedeo II, known for his frail constitution and se...

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Despite being considered a smaller city in Italy (although it’s actually the 4th largest city in the country), Turin offers a rich variety of museums, events, and restaurants. With over 40 museums and exhibition centers, plus an array of art galleries and antique stores, there’s always something going on. Turin’s museum scene is a captivating blend...

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In the new episode of Italian Innovators I present to you the story of GIULIA FALLETTI di BAROLO (1785-1864), the woman and entrepreneur who spearheaded the experimental development of the Nebbiolo grape into the world-renowned Barolo red wine. After marrying the Marquis Carlo Tancredi Falletti, the French-born Juliette Colbert (later Giulia Fallet...

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