Have you heard of this expression? I guess so. Who hasn’t heard of it? I’ve always associated this phrase with the sea, the sun, the Italian music, the antique Italian cities, the delicious food, and everything else I love about this wonderful country. So I made the decision to investigate […]
Author: Francesco Paladini
Italian centenarians: longevity secrets
Italy is not known for its delicious cuisine, gorgeous landscapes, or rich cultural legacy. Or, more accurately, it is also this, but there is much more. Italy has one of the world’s five blue zones, which are the places where life expectancy exceeds significantly the worldwide average. We’re talking about […]
World number 1 Jannik Sinner withdraws from the Olympics
A decision that has grated on many and left a great deal of bitterness after the great results achieved in recent months. The world number 1 in tennis, Jannik Sinner, withdraws from the Olympics due to tonsillitis, which seems to have debilitated him too much to participate. The first stop […]
Accidents decrease by 11% in Bologna after six months of the 30 km/h reform
Bologna has become the first Italian city to impose a 30 km/h speed limit on about 70% of its urban roads, which has sparked widespread discussion. This limit, equivalent to around 18 mph, can frustrate many drivers accustomed to higher speeds. Mayor Matteo Lepore implemented this reform six months ago, […]
Italian summer: more and more beaches are now limited access
Bad news for tourists and Italian citizens eagerly awaiting the arrival of summer: this year, Italian beaches will be a bit less accessible due to increasing restrictions on free beaches. The prices of Italian beach resorts have been steadily increasing for years, with an estimated rise of 5.2% compared to […]
Euro 2024, the trophy is made in Italy
The recent elimination of Italy from the European Championship in Germany (Euro 2024) has not actually closed the doors on the Italian national team and its tradition. There is much more than just the Azzurri: the championship cup is crafted by Italian master artisans and produced by the Iaco Group. […]
Taylor Swift concert in Italy: 130,000 people at San Siro
On July 13th and 14th, San Siro, Milan, is all about Taylor Swift. It marks the singer’s return to Italy since 2011, with two record-breaking dates that sold 130,000 tickets. The most listened-to artist on the popular platform Spotify (over 25 billion streams) has mobilized fans even from overseas. Roughly […]
Step into the past: Ferrara’s “Al Brindisi” is the world’s oldest tavern
Ferrara is the city that hosts the first tavern in the world. It couldn’t be otherwise, in a country like Italy, where gastronomic and culinary culture is one of the cornerstones of Italian identity. It is not only the oldest tavern in the world, but it is much more. Its […]
Breaking news: new Etna eruption, red alert
Etna erupted again on the night of July 7th after several days of intracrateric activity. After 4 years of silence, majestic and fascinating, it has both enchanted and worried the residents of the Etnean towns, and the phenomenon was visible to the naked eye. These days, however, it’s not just […]
The Amalfi lemon coffee: a summer tradition to try
In the past, it was considered an excellent remedy for headaches, and some even say for stomach disorders too. However, the tradition of lemon coffee is very ancient, and if we focus on the renowned Amalfi Coast, we understand that there is much more to discover. The lemon gardens of […]