Baite are traditional homes found in the Alpine regions of Italy. Iconic symbols of mountain life, these rustic homes, found very much across the whole Alpine arch, are designed to withstand the extreme winters of the Alps while providing warmth and comfort to their inhabitants. The history of baite In […]
When one thinks of Italian cuisine, gnocchi often comes to mind: they are comforting and delicious, and go well with plenty of sauces. Unlike the harder, durum wheat pasta varieties, gnocchi are soft, pillowy dumplings, made using a wide range of ingredients and many regional variations exist: from the traditional […]
One of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, La Fenice of Venice is admired for its extraordinary architecture, aesthetic appeal, and dramatic history. Two devastating fires and over two centuries of political instability have not crushed this symbol of rebirth and resilience. The construction: the call for projects […]
The 2025 edition of the Zingarelli dictionary (an icon in itself, read here to see why) will welcome several new words, many of which reflect the ever-growing influence of English on the Italian language. Next year’s additions to the Italian lexicon range from overtourism to bubble tea, and illustrate how global trends and digital culture […]
A wave of amazement and joy has swept over Naples! Incredible news comes from the Federico II Polyclinic, where a mother gave birth to four healthy babies. Quadruplet births are extremely rare, with only 1 in 700,000 births in Europe according to statistics. Francesco, Diego, Manuel, Martina: the record-breaking babies […]
A rare manuscript’s discovery brought Il Milione, Marco Polo’s famous travel account, high up in the interest of scholars and the public. The document surfaced in the Biblioteca Diocesana Ludovico Jacobilli in Foligno, a historic town in Umbria, central Italy. This significant find comes as the world marks the 700th anniversary […]
This is undoubtedly one of Italian culture’s most famous and iconic proverbs. Everyone knows it, and it is one of those sayings that tourists learn quickly. But have you ever wondered what its origins are and why all roads lead to Rome continue to have such a strong influence on […]
The most widely circulated Italian publication outside Italy is based in Germany, in Frankfurt, where the magazine Corriere d’Italia is headquartered. This print media, which presents the most famous aspects of Italy abroad, is not produced within the country but is of German origin. “Corriere d’Italia” was founded in 1951 […]
Moving to Umbria may be a dream for many, but dreams, as they say, son desideri, and no one says they can’t come true! This beautiful region, often called the “Green Heart of Italy,” is a peaceful, picturesque region renowned for its rolling hills, medieval towns, and vibrant cultural life. […]
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan was inaugurated on September 15, 1867. For 157 years, it has symbolized elegance and sophistication, earning its place as a must-see landmark during a luxurious stay in Milan. Here are 10 intriguing facts about one of Milan and Italy’s architectural icons to mark […]
