Take the Plunge
From a pink stone tub at La Posta Vecchia to baths overlooking the Mediterranean, Pellicano Hotels makes a compelling case for turning bathing into an occasion
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Green Goddess
A little green goes a long way. Make the Benissimo Green Goddess with spinach, banana and almonds, finished with fresh strawberries and a toasted almond crunch
Made by Hand
Light, materials and the human hand come together at Homo Faber 2026, a month-long celebration of what it means to make something by hand
The ISSIMO Edit: Taller Marmo
Taller Marmo co-founder Yago Goicoechea talks modern glamour, Italian craftsmanship, 1970s jet-set style and the pure pleasure of dressing for somewhere other than the office
Cherry on Top
Dark chocolate and cherries in Barolo Chinato come together in this soft and intensely flavoured cake, an original dessert that is ideal for a dinner or a special occasion.
The Best Part of Waking Up
Argentario, Palo Laziale, Ischia. Three places, three breakfasts and the little rituals, from that first coffee to familiar faces, that make mornings at Pellicano Hotels unmistakably their own.
Luigi Ghirri and the Art of Seeing
Through his quietly radical photography, Luigi Ghirri redefined the Italian landscape, revealing beauty in the everyday and changing the way we experience places
A Taste of Lake Como
Made with stale bread, seasonal fruit and a handful of pantry staples, miascia is a comforting cake from the Lake Como area that transforms humble ingredients into one of Lombardy's...
Feeling Good, by Name and by Nature
Mezzatorre's new boat puts Ischia's coastline at your fingertips, with tailor-made experiences ranging from sunrise breakfasts to sunset aperitivi, all designed around how you want to spend the day
The ISSIMO Edit: Lucia Mantero
From archival prints and silk scarves to craftsmanship and colour, Lucia Mantero shares how a 125-year-old textile house continues to reinvent itself while remaining proudly rooted in Lake Como
Life on the Lake
From elegant vintage yachts and legendary powerboat races to one of the world's finest nautical museums, explore the rich boating heritage that continues to define life on Lake Como
Perfect Panzanella
Stale bread, ripe tomatoes and plenty of olive oil: discover the recipe behind one of Tuscany's most iconic summer dishes.