Life in Italy, Real Estate in Italy, Move to Italy
Stracciatella: who doesn’t love it? Most of us probably think about the gelato flavor when the word pops up in a conversation, but truth is that the term actually encompasses three unique Italian culinary creations: a soup, a cheese, and a, as we said, a popular variety of ice cream. […]
About a year ago, a ruling of the tribunale di Firenze divided Italy in two, when a groundbreaking legal case concerning Michelangelo‘s David image rights reshaped the discourse on cultural preservation and commercialization. Italy’s court system ruled in favor of the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, reaffirming that the museum must […]
Masserie are traditional homes unique to southern Italy, deeply connected to the country’s rich agricultural history and architectural ingenuity. Originally built as fortified farmhouses, these sprawling estates are now prized for their rustic appeal and unique style, making them a sought-after asset in today’s real estate market. Let’s discover together […]
If you have been to Milan and Turin, especially if you had the chance to visit people in their homes there, you may be familiar with case di ringhiera, those traditional four to six storey-high buidlings, with a court in the middle and balconies running all along their façades. Common […]
We all know Milan for its fashion, cultural relevance, and cosmopolitan city life but, within its boundaries, we can also find a quaint neighborhood with an old-world charm—Quartiere Gorla. Often referred to as Milan’s “Little Paris,” this district is a mix of history, beauty, and modern living: Quartiere Gorla is […]
The stabilimenti balneari, a staple of Italian beach life, are currently at the center of a heated national debate. These iconic beach establishments, long managed by families and passed down through generations, are facing a potential upheaval due to new EU regulations requiring open competition for beach concessions. This move, […]
When we think of Leonardo da Vinci, many images come to mind: an artist, an inventor, a scientist, an all-around great mind. However, one of the lesser-known facets of his genius was his passion for gastronomy. Yes: Leonardo, a true Renaissance man, was also a culinary genius who used his […]
In an exemplary move towards enhancing marine conservation, the Calabria region has implemented an innovative approach to maintaining the cleanliness of its coastal waters. This summer, for the second consecutive year, the region is deploying six Pelikan System vessels from the Ancona-based Garbage Group to clean the seas along its […]
Since the pandemic, we’ve been more and more into slow-vacations, or those vacations where relaxation, tranquillity and “living like a local” take centre stage: it’s in this context — and in that, equally important, of sustainability in tourism — that the idea of albergo diffuso (literally, “diffused hotel”) became popular. […]
The Via Appia, also known as the Regina Viarum, the queen of all roads, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming Italy’s 60th site to receive this prestigious recognition. This decision was made during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi. The Via […]