The Benissimo Club: A Different Kind of Wellness
At Pellicano Hotels, wellness is no longer confined to the spa. With The Benissimo Club, wellbeing becomes part of everyday hotel life, from movement and rest to food, nature and...
ISSIMO: a superlative suffix commonly added to an adjective to amplify its meaning to the highest degree, making it truly extraordinary. The essence of excellence and exclusivity, ISSIMO embodies an Italian philosophy of life shaped by beauty, taste and elegance.
ISSIMO is the digital extension of the spirit and style of Pellicano Hotels Group: a place where stories of travel, culture and tradition, food, and exclusive collaborations come to life.
Conceived, curated and designed by Marie-Louise Sciò.
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Black Book of Italy
Uncover Italy with our superlative travel guides. From majestic mountains to breathtaking coasts, from charming towns to bustling cities, each offering exclusive stories in unbeatable destinations that define Italian excellence.
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Sagra del Carciofo, but Make It Disco
A new pool, a disco party, and enough artichokes to feed a small village. At La Posta Vecchia, the first Sagra del Carciofo Disco brought together Cynar Spritzes, long lunches, seaside glamour, and dancing well into the night.
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As Roman as It Gets
A true Roman classic, carciofi alla romana celebrates the artichoke at its best. Romanesco artichokes are stuffed with garlic, mint, and parsley, then slowly cooked until tender, fragrant, and full of flavour!
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Fresh in — straight from our world to yours!
ISSIMO: superlative suffix typically added to an adjective to enhance its meaning to the inimitably remarkable. Exceptional and absolute, ISSIMO is the final word and the embodiment of the Italian quality of life and love for the very best.
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THE EDIT
Laura May Todd
Meet Laura May Todd – design editor, Milan insider, and the person you call when you need to know where to find the perfect espresso cup, linen sofa, or quiet trattoria with the red wine that tastes like November.
Glow in a Bowl
Created for The Benissimo Club programme at Pellicano Hotels, this nourishing lentil bowl brings together seasonal vegetables, citrus and Italian comfort food
Anna Castelli Ferrieri: a multifaceted architect
Architect, designer, teacher and pioneer, Anna Castelli Ferrieri helped redefine modern Italian design through a vision that balanced innovation with everyday practicality
Venice Biennale 2026: Why Everyone Still Starts with the Italian Pavilion
At the 2026 Venice Biennale, Padiglione Italia turns toward intimacy, ritual and collective experience, offering a quieter vision of contemporary Italy
