The Colosseum, a universal symbol of Roman history and culture, is about to become the stage for a one-of-a-kind experience. Thanks to an Airbnb initiative, a select few will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of real gladiators, experiencing for one night the thrill of one of the […]
While doing my doctorate and working in university in the West of Ireland, I got to meet and become very close to many people from the US. We all were part of the same department and soon we didn’t only bond over work, but also shared a common need to feel “at home” […]
The Bird’s the Thing Every continent has a form of “thanksgiving:” Africa has Kwanzaa, India has Pongal and China has the August Moon Festival. Even in Italy, when the country still was a predominantly agricultural society, the time of harvest was associated, from north to south, with celebrations and fairs, some of which are still alive today. This […]
Fragolino is an Italian red wine derived from the dark and purple-skinned Vitis labrusca vine, commonly known as the Isabella grape. The very name “Fragolino” draws inspiration from the Italian word “fragola,” meaning strawberry, offering a fitting description of the wine’s essence and flavor profile. The winemaking process involves a […]
Italian music has frequently graced the glamorous streets of Hollywood, and although it might not be immediately apparent, Italian songs have often found their place in Hollywood films. I’ve curated a list of already famous songs in Italy that have been chosen as soundtracks for some iconic films. From Pedro […]
The world’s largest annual chocolate festival returns with great fanfare! For its 30th edition, Eurochocolate will once again embrace Perugia’s historic center and main squares, right in the heart of Umbria, following its traditional format. Over 13,000 Visitors in 2023 Each year, Eurochocolate draws an ever-growing audience, thanks to its […]
This is the latest idea making waves about Como, one of Italy’s most enchanting cities. From the famous line, “That branch of Lake Como…” (Quel ramo del lago di Como) in Alessandro Manzoni’s I Promessi Sposi, to the notion of “Lake Como air in a can,” the story has gone […]
The policy of limiting entries to Italian historical sites continues. Following the recent decision to restrict access to the Trevi Fountain, Pompeii is also adopting new regulations. Starting November 15, entry to the archaeological excavations will be on a limited basis, with mandatory reservations and named tickets. A success with […]
Claudia Baccarini, originally from Faenza in Emilia-Romagna, is Italy’s oldest woman and is currently the third oldest person in Europe. She breaks record after record yearly while enjoying superb health. Claudia’s daughter is 90 Interviewed on the occasion of her remarkable achievement—being the oldest woman in the country is certainly […]
The unearthing of a 17,000-year-old child’s skeleton in Grotta delle Mura, near Monopoli in Puglia, opened a new chapter in understanding Italy’s genetic heritage. This remarkable find offers unprecedented insights into the lives and migrations of early human populations in southern Italy during the Upper Paleolithic era. An exceptional find […]
