UNCOVERING ITALY'S SUPERLATIVES IN PEOPLE, PLACES AND CULTURE
UNCOVERING ITALY'S SUPERLATIVES IN PEOPLE, PLACES AND CULTURE
Born of Commedia dell’Arte and shaped by centuries of satire, Italy’s Carnival masks embody the country’s regional character: miserly merchants, razor-sharp servants, blustering soldiers and ancient, bell-clad spirits. Here’s a...
From couture ateliers to historic palazzi, from the Via Appia Antica to the Ara Pacis, we chart how the late Valentino Garavani didn’t just draw inspiration from Rome, but helped...
From sunset drinks at Hotel Il Pellicano to a candlelit dinner at Da Aurelio and a couple’s massage on Ischia, here’s how to celebrate an anniversary, Italian style
L’Aquila in 2026 blends monumental history, living culture, and deeply rooted food traditions. Here’s how to experience it
An all-Italian Valentine’s Day playlist filled with slow ballads, classic love songs and modern romantic gems
From La Dolce Vita to the dreamlike worlds of Fellini, Italian cinema found its most iconic voice in the 1960s. We revisit the films, friendships and places, including Ischia, that...
From childhood memories in her grandfather’s cellar to building a winery of her own in Montefalco, Ilaria Cocco crafts wines that favour authenticity. In this ISSIMO x Women in Wine...
From kissing in hidden alleyways to tossing coins into ancient fountains, Italy has a long-standing love affair with romance and ritual. This breezy guide explores the country’s most charming traditions...
Italian cooking has become UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, the first gastronomic tradition recognised in its entirety. More than recipes, it celebrates a way of life rooted in ritual, sustainability, and...
From Milan’s ice rinks to the Dolomites’ snow-dusted peaks, the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics are a celebration of sport, style, and la dolce vita. Here’s how to experience the Games like...
There’s never a dull moment in Italy, and 2026 proves it. From the Winter Olympics to world-class art exhibitions, jazz-filled piazzas to ancient rituals and festive markets, this is our...
ISSIMO In Stereo Lower the lights, slow the pace, and let Ornella Vanoni set the tone. This playlist is made to honour one of Italy’s most evocative musical talents, una...