…ity Milan, be sure to sample dishes using these delicious cheeses. Most of Italy eats pasta however Northern Italy is famous for it’s rice dishes, with arborio risotto rice being some of the most common. And so risotto and (dishes served with risotto) such as osso bucco will be fantastic choices from the menu of any restaurant you choose to visit. Travelling to Bologna? Try The Parmigiano Reggiano and Bolognese This small city, capital of Emilia-R…
…used both for holidays and for investment use. The second homes market in Italy: flexible prices and opportunities Some Italian real estate research institutes have drawn up reports on the performance of the real estate market for second homes in Italy. Here are the trends, news and opportunities to be seized for this next season. According to what was released by various Italian newspapers, the data on summer tourism in Italy are very encouragin…
…shops per 10,000 inhabitants 1 Milan Italy 1.87 2 Turin Italy 1.84 3 Genoa Italy 1.59 4 Rome Italy 1.57 5 Malaga Spain 1.53 6 Palermo Italy 1.42 7 Krakow Poland 1.36 8 Düsseldorf Germany 1.33 9 Leipzig Germany 1.32 10 Lisbon Portugal 1.29 See the full study at: https://www.holidu.co.uk/magazine/ice-cream-cities 1. Milan, Italy | Ice cream shops per person: 1.87 It’s official! The best and most varied ice cream options may be found in Milan, the Eu…
…r labour ourselves. Standing at the peak of the vineyard, with a view of a thousand swaying vines snaking their way down into the valley, I began to understand why people’s eyes light up whenever you mention Tuscany. “Italy has something very special – people just fall in love with this country”, offers Simon. “Italy is one of a kind.” After my stay at Il Cortile Pratolino, I’m inclined to agree with him. www.tuscanynow.com…
…asseria Torre Maizza in Puglia is exactly that. Tucked away in the heel of Italy, Puglia is an unpsoilt, undeveloped and unpretentious hideaway. Long-adored by the country’s natives, but only recently discovered by the rest of Europe, it’s hard to believe that just 2.5 hours on a plane from London you can find such a hidden gem. As you drive along the coast, acre upon acre of olive groves are revealed – the area produces 80% of the country’s oil,…
…you’ll get lost in the romance and magic. If you want to Plan A Wedding in Italy, the City of Water is one of the most beguiling destinations you could choose. Venues include the fascinating San Marco crypt, the elegant Ca’ Farsetti and the beautiful marble clad Santa Maria dei Miracoli church. Let a wedding planner tailor-make your dream ceremony and party, and enjoy an unforgettable day in a city that has romance at its heart. The Lakes One of t…
…n where Empty Buildings are Given Away Voted the most beautiful village in Italy in 2014, without doubt one of the most spectacular villages in Sicily. The village of Gangi combines both a historical and a contemporary Sicilian characteristic in a particularly visible way. The village completely covers a hilltop and thus looks like a cap for the mountain. This peculiarity of building villages with narrow and narrow alleys in bizarre places is ofte…
…understand the scale of the area’s olive oil industry (it produces 80% of Italy’s oil). Don’t expect the sophisticated tourist trap of Tuscany – Pugila is raw, unspoilt Italy. And is all the more beautiful for it. Largely undeveloped, peaceful and welcoming, it is truly bewitching, with pretty, sleepy towns sit perched on top of hills and nestled in valleys. A 50 minute ride from Bari airport, Masseria Torre Coccaro stands proud among a vast esta…
…e the flavors, true ingredients and diversity of the country. The whole of Italy is very different – from north to south. For instance, on the coast fish will feature heavily across the menus, whereas when you drive inland you won’t find any fish because they are very much about using local produce. What about British food, do you think people’s perceptions of it have changed over the past few years? Yes, perceptions have changed a lot. British fo…
Refined Italian cuisine and spectacular landscapes make this the perfect trip for foodies and adventurers alike. Turin, home of Italian car design and incredible historical architecture. It’s a lot less touristy than Milan and to a certain degree reminiscent of Paris, but it’s the added extra of the sugar coated Alps that rise to the Northwest of the City that exude somewhat of an understated beauty. It may just be our new favourite spot for an a…
…ons to enjoy this sport. As one of the world’s most stunning destinations, Italy boasts stunning landscape sceneries you can best admire during a run. Italy’s Selva Val Gardena is a top destination for outdoor activities, including trail running. It’s among the highest towns in the Gardena Valley in the Dolomites, with the Puez-Odles Natural Park beginning at the edge of it, making it an ideal base for daily excursions towards the alpine trails. I…
…al facilities for children both at private and state-run schools. 3. Italy Italy is one of those places that everyone should consider immigrating to. It has dramatic scenery, luxurious lakes, majestic mountains, a glittering coastline and a welcoming culture filled with eating, talking, drinking and dancing. Rome is by far the best city to immigrate to in Italy if you’re looking to stay busy and have a good time. The food, the coffee shops, the hi…
…d? Usually, I go to the restaurant with my family, who have come over from Italy and we cook a meal for the staff. My wife and the girls take care of the washing up and we feast on antipasti, tortellini, lasagne, pasta, prawns and salmon. We open up a few presents, welcome some guests and serve a large roast around 5 or 6 pm. This year, however, I am going to Italy, which will be very different for me. I am used to this huge feast we have every ye…
…us, practical and unspeakably stylish. This 100% cashmere snood is made in Italy and will keep you warm all winter with its sensuous soft fabric. Wear your snood with a gilet for urban adventures or a tweed suit for days at the office. Cream Cashmere and Fur Pom Pom Beanie This fur and cashmere beanie is set to be one if this season’s must haves. Made in Italy from the softest fur and most sumptuous cashmere, it has a playful gamine air to it whic…
…that places here can be a bit funny about children in nice restaurants, in Italy all the children are out and about eating with their parents! It’s a bit easier to take her to any restaurant in Italy rather than in central London though. Both as a family and Piccolo we are very centrally based, so around our Covent Garden/Soho area it’s a bit tricky. My Italian husband appreciates a good British pie and loves all the craft beer coming out of the L…