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Liquid Gold

1 February 2023

Explore the magical world of olive oil, one of Italy’s most prized culinary treasures.

An Italian Valentine’s

27 January 2023

From north to south, we round-up four romantic ways to mark Valentine’s Day in Italy

La Settimana Bianca

25 January 2023

From the Alps to the Dolomites, discover where Italians go for their week on the slopes, the settimana bianca.

Complicity, Luck and Love: the Many Meanings of the Italian “Corna”

20 January 2023

From hand gestures to conversational expressions, learn all about “le corna,” Italy’s favourite symbol for luck

Five events to look forward Italy in 2023. Viareggio Carnival, Lucca Tuscany

Five Events to Look Forward To In Italy In 2023

18 January 2023

Planning a trip to Italy? Then don’t miss out our round-up of unmissable events for the year ahead.

A family affair, with Guido Caponi. Loretta Caponi Boutique, Florence. Italy

A Family Affair: Loretta Caponi

13 January 2023

Discover Loretta Caponi’s sunny resort collection – and learn all about its history

We're travelling in Italy, Sud-Tyrol, Dolomites

Where We’re Travelling in Italy This Month

11 January 2023

From snow-capped mountains to sunny beaches, pack your bag for five wanderlust-worthy Italian destinations this January

A short history of le befana. Piazza Navona Roma

A Short History of La Befana

4 January 2023

All you need to know about La Befana, the witch-like figure bringing presents (or coals) on January 6

Christmas Cocktail by Federico Morosi, Hotel il Pellicano

Four New Year’s Eve Cocktail Recipes Inspired by Il Pellicano

28 December 2022

Celebrate the start of the new year with four exclusive recipes by Federico Morosi, Bar Manager of Hotel Il Pellicano

Five Lesser-Known Italian Desserts to Try at Christmas

23 December 2022

Christmas in Italy is not just about panettone. Discover five other Italian desserts to try this time of year.

Mezzatorre Hotel Chef Giuseppe D’Abundo shares his Santo Stefano menu

What to eat at Santo Stefano, the Mezzatorre way

21 December 2022

Need inspiration on what to cook on Boxing Day? Mezzatorre Hotel & Thermal Spa Chef Giuseppe D’Abundo can help.

A Guide to Italy’s Best Christmas Markets

16 December 2022

We round-up five of the best Christmas market in Italy to have on your radar

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