Travel Italy with Style (2024)

02/12/2022

The history of Milanese is steeped in legend, the typical sweet bread rich in raisins and candied orange and cedar peel that is on Italian tables at . It typically has a cylindrical base ending in a dome shape. The classic panettone of the Milanese tradition is a soft dough baked product with natural leavening.

In , it is traditional to keep a portion of the panettone eaten during Christmas lunch, and then eat it stale on an empty stomach together with the family on February 3, the feast of Saint Blaise, as a propitiatory gesture against the ills of the throat and colds.

In Milan it is enjoyed at the pastry shop that boasts over two centuries of history and tradition in the preparation of panettone handed down for several generations. Located in one of the most exclusive streets of the city is perfect for those looking for the ultimate in sophistication. Or the , a real jewel located in the heart of Milan with a nineteenth-century atmosphere and very elegant: here the panettone is absolutely delicious and with an enveloping scent. Otherwise you go to , a historic pastry shop located a few steps from Via Montenapoleone, which offers a panettone with a sublime flavor and an inebriating smell. There is also the where it seems that time has almost stopped, with pastries of remarkable quality and an equally exceptional panettone, with a deep and enveloping aroma.

How to taste the panettone: at the end of a meal at Christmas, or in the afternoon with the combination of a spreadable cream with eggnog and a hot drink.

18/10/2022

Inside the majestic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in downtown , it’s a lure for pageantry through colors, details, cultural and artistic elements of different cultures featured which are represented in the beautiful lunettes next to the domes as well as on the pavement.
Turin, the Savoy city and first capital of Italy, is represented by a bull, effigy, symbol and coat of arms of the city.
Tradition says that rotating three times with the heel of the right foot on the ge****ls of the brings good luck, a good omen for the future. However, following the ancient Milanese tradition one should crawl on the coat of arms only on the night of December 31 at midnight. Whatever the ritual, what is certain is that the attracts a very large number of people willing to queue to accomplish it.

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05/09/2022

One of the most beautiful areas of western is certainly the , a hilly agricultural area and vineyards, which extends along the course of the Belice river including the provinces of Agrigento and Trapani. You will necessarily have to arrive by car in 1 h 10 min from both Palermo and Trapani.

Here is one of the most and attraction to say the least. It’s Alberto Burri’s , one of the greatest and most extraordinary works of in Europe, and certainly the largest in Italy. The great cretto is a fascinating and little beaten stage, off the traditional tourist paths and one of the most extensive contemporary works of art in the world.

, a small town in this valley, was completely razed by the Belice of 1968. The artist Alberto created a colossal work of land art in 1984 collecting the rubble of the old town that armed with concrete, were transformed into a huge and homogeneous labyrinthine structure, placed like a shroud on the side of the small hill, a perennial monument evocative of that tragedy. The faults, reminiscent of the old streets of the small city, stand out today with their neutrality white on the bright colors of the sky and the surrounding Sicilian maquis: you can see it from afar on the road. To visit this place you will need about an hour, where you can walk along the paths and passages created between blocks of white concrete, admiring the landscape in front of you. It’s a very evocative and spiritual encounter that takes your eyes and mind away.

03/08/2022

Have you ever thought of taking a fragrant trip ? In spring the white flowers of the orange are the protagonists of a Sicilian itinerary. The is the flower of , and , even . The scent of this flower with a delicate smell of jasmine is an unmistakable symbol of . Travel in during flowering, between April and May for oranges and lemons, between the end of March and April for bergamots. The choice of destination can rotate on five Sicilian provinces: , , , and . In the Sicilian capital, Palermo, you can take the opportunity to visit the magnificent , one of the most famous and historical museums of the green and one of the oldest in the world, which houses a veritable riot of plant species, over 12,000 different species of plants.

21/07/2022

: anguria or cocomero. Several ways to call one of the favorite Italian summer fruits.
Prepare your taste buds for 50 shades of watermelon in the hot Italian summer: Watermelon Granita with cream, homemade Watermelon ice cream, artisanal Watermelon Icicles and the best Italian Watermelon served in every possible and imaginable ways!

The watermelon of has obtained the European recognition of Protected Geographical Indication, the first PGI mark for a product of plant origin exclusive to the province of Reggio Emilia and the first PGI in Europe dedicated to this . The watermelon has found "fertile soil" in the municipality of Novellara, reaching peaks of for its high quality.

Every year in the third week of July returns to , an event in the main square with food stands, carvers, markets, workshops for adults and children, games, ancient crafts, concerts, parade of giant watermelon floats and competitions related to watermelon.

30/06/2022

The Venetian is a great classic Italian aperitif, widespread throughout Italy and in all its variants. In fact, despite the original recipe of the spritz provides that its ingredients are white wine, bitter, carbonated water and a slice of orange, this cocktail is often consumed in the versions, born between Padua and Venice at the beginning of the twentieth century, and .

Some history: The Bitter Veneziano was founded in Venice in 1919 thanks to the Fratelli Pilla & C, a company specialized in the production of liqueurs in the Castello district, the historic heart of the Serenissima. A year later in 1920, the Pillas created the aperitif, registered the new brand, and introduced it into the socialite environment. It’s 1920 and Venice is in full swing after the First World War. Then in the seventies the fashion of aperitifs spread with Venetian spritz in the version we know today: white wine and sparkling water is added a third ingredient, the Select.

06/06/2022

In the north eastern region of Friuli Venezia Giulia you can dedicate yourself to a different type of tourism, suitable for those who want to discover the and of lands rich in natural and artistic treasures. Here there is just everything in the space of a few dozen kilometers: the , the , the , the .

Wines produced in this area are the result of a combination of soil - climate - grape variety, particularly favorable. The production of wines, strictly contained in quantitative terms, is characterized by the manual nature of the harvest and the discreet use of the most modern making techniques. Some of these can boast over two thousand years of documented history, since the Romans established the first colony in the area of Aquileia.

Book a wine safari: a unique adventure through nobility and flavor…Treat yourself to an exquisite experience as a Count, with over 500 years of winemaking history, opens his home and estate to you. Jump in his jeep as your host shares the story of his prized, native, grape varieties followed by a selected wine-tasting lovingly paired with delicious bites.
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10/05/2022

Born in the early 1920s by the will of Ermenegildo and over time the subject of intervention of great names in architecture such as those of Pietro Porcinai and Paolo Pejrone, the , located along the Panoramica Zegna that leads to Bielmonte, is transformed between May and June into a palette of colors of extraordinary beauty. We are in , in the heart of .

This scenic has taken on its present appearance in the '60s. The plants were carefully arranged in the basin according to the size and the different shades, following a harmonious that fits perfectly into the surrounding landscape. Red beech, ash, spiree, heather and camellias color the basin throughout the year, until the autumn colors come on during the foliage. The Rhododendron Basin is always accessible, a magical place to discover alone or in company: and for a walk in nature.

05/05/2022

In this period in , you can gladly through the streets of the historic center. In addition to , , in bloom, even peeks out with exhibitions, events but also curious installations. It’s the case of nests, a series of wooden installations by the Japanese artist .

They are artistic interventions on three distinct buildings in the heart of the city. In this case that, within the history of Milan, contain a particular civil and cultural value. A series of constructions obtained with the interweaving of wooden planks form an inextricable grid, which takes over , and .

The theme is the , with strong symbolic character for the . Shelter for newborn birds, it refers to the universal need to build, both in the animal and in the human world, a place in which to find . Once the exhibition is over, they will be disassembled and the elements of wood with which they were built will be used to create a new work of art that will be placed next autumn in front of the entrance of the ADI Design Museum in Milan. Nests are visible until July 23, 2022.

12/04/2022

Authenticity and richness of the past among the ancient medieval walls in a of the 12th century: this with maximum is possible at Torre del Nera Albergo Diffuso & Spa in Scheggino, region, for the experience of a holiday of great atmosphere to discover the territory. This unconventional hotel becomes your ideal base for a varied series of beautiful adventures. A cultural tour in Spoleto, Perugia and Assisi; a day dedicated to art in an ancient convent where, according to tradition, Saint Francis of Assisi lived: La Scarzuola; a visit to the Museo del tartufo Urbani; itineraries in nature to discover wild herbs; the trails of the Nera Valley; trekking on horseback in the Sibillini Mountains National Park; guided tours by mountain bike or e-bike.

At &Spa ambiences are full of , a touch of great magic in a very original context. It is not just a different holiday, but a through time, with attention to details. You can finally get rid of the chaos, the stress, the dependence of cars! on the ancient cobblestone, living moments of great harmony, between friends, family or just in two! Everything is so intimate and . The light gives and pleasure, the bathrooms have showers and chromatic games, the lamps are of fine . You can choose to stay in an apartment with wooden beamed ceilings, solid wood tables, masonry and fully equipped kitchenettes, wood burning stoves or a working wood burning fireplace. It can also happen to have a nice where you can relax enjoying the view of the oldest tower of Scheggino and the entire valley. And after a beautiful day of adventure, how not to take advantage of a regenerating treatment in the Spa Torre del Nera, a ritual scrub for instance ?
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01/04/2022

The typical Italian is produced from filtered must, cooked and subjected simultaneously to alcoholic and acetic . It is dark brown and very aromatic. Thanks to its versatility, it has won a place of honor on the tables of the most demanding gourmets. What is called "traditional" is produced with grape must coming exclusively from the province of and (produced with the PDO mark, Protected Designation of Origin). On sale there is also the "non-traditional" balsamic vinegar of Modena, to which is recognized the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). Thanks to the limited caloric intake, it is a condiment that can also be present in diets with a restricted calorie regime (unlike other more fatty condiments) and does not contain cholesterol.

Coming to Modena you will get to know and appreciate the two types of vinegar that are produced in this area. There are many vinegar houses available for visits throughout the province of Modena, every day of the year. Reservation is always necessary! At Museo dell'Aceto Balsamico tradizionale and acetaia comunale in , in Villa Fabriani you will be able discover the complexity of his made perfect by time and and understand the impossibility of its industrialization!

are, rightly, an iconic symbol of the production of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. The processes of acetification, refining and aging take place, in fact, in containers of precious wood such as: durmast, chestnut, oak, mulberry and juniper. Did you know that once in the rich families of Modena when a daughter was born they prepared a small barrel of vinegar that would become a part of her dowry when she grew up ?

24/03/2022

is a riot of gardens and blooms in . The for example are a fabric of rare plant architecture on display on while is an alternation of colors with roses, wisteria, azaleas and orchards. A collection of with blooms that follow one another throughout the season.

There is no lack of at in in its vast botanical gardens: the Fountain of the Putto is surrounded by multicolored blooms, and every year the month of April is celebrated by the extraordinary flowering of 80,000 bulbous plants, a floral event that offers new chromatic perspectives, expertly created by the skilled who work in the park. The main attraction is undoubtedly the Labyrinth of Tulips, with fine varieties and a range of spectacular colors with creative combinations. Take a walk in nature in close contact with the collection of hyacinths, the flowering of camellias, magnolias, rhododendrons, daffodils, violets.

Let yourself be caressed by the Italian spring, between scents and colors, classic elegance and idyllic atmospheres!
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07/03/2022

: the city of the great architectural master Andrea , who in 1500 gave it 23 palaces and 24 villas. So beautiful and elegant, to discover and admire. A World Heritage Site, surrounded by cultivated fields and . Wine is central element in a scenario among the richest in resources, with four districts of ancient , each with its own unique motif. From Vicenza the wine roads branch off: paths of scenic, environmental, cultural and recreational interest, marked and guided - with signs, information points, publications - along which there are open to the public and other companies and places of gastronomic offer and local products. Do not forget to enjoy a lunch that includes the famous "national dish" of Vicenza: cod, "bacalà alla vicentina".

28/02/2022

Five villages, , , , , , overlooking the sea are the beauty of the Cinque Terre in , declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Five villages still difficult to reach except by rail, because the roads are winding. A dense network of that cover like a spider web the sea side of the mountain range are now one of the best ways to know and appreciate the . This special place has been shaped by the creativity of man, and is perfect for those who love to eat well and do outdoor activities. What a place!

A rocky rich in bays, and deep seabed, a chain of that run parallel to the coast. Terraces cultivated with and trees, ancient dry stone walls, breathtaking views. And sanctuaries to which the inhabitants have always been linked by deep devotion. Land in and discover a true gem!

18/02/2022

Villa Abbondanzi Resort is a peace haven in the heart of Emilia Romagna, a stone’s throw from Ravenna, Ferrara and Bologna and a few kilometers from Florence, Venice and Milan.
Flamingos and storks live together in the park lagoon, coloring your experience, leaving you with the feeling of having jumped out of reality for the time of a dinner. Take a journey guided by Chef Alessandro Giraldi at the Cinque Cucchiai Restaurant, in the shade of our centuries-old oak tree, overlooking the depths of green , and on the horizon. But this is just a hint at the different experiences at our . We have three different options. Relax body and mind in our exclusive Private Spa, in our Garden Spa and by the pool, let yourself go to the touch of expert hands at the Cottage & Spa.
Come to us and discover the city of home to a historical manufacture of majolica-ware glazed earthenware pottery and much more!

11/02/2022

A timeless refuge, for and inside the medieval fortress is the Spa Torre del Nera in . Here we have a sensory journey that releases the beneficial effects of the simplicity of nature, with colors and fragrances reminiscent of the green Umbrian countryside. Swimming pool, with heated water, hydromassage stations and water games, Finnish sauna and large Turkish bath, emotional showers, herbal tea and Halos salt room. Simplicity, nature and beauty. Come with us, take your time, relax and discover the magic of .

04/02/2022

is a city on a human scale to walk around, and is the most arcaded city in the world! The set of 12 urban is a since 2021 due to its artistic and cultural importance. The arcades are a reference point for a sustainable urban lifestyle, in which religious and civil spaces and housing of all social classes are perfectly integrated.

They are considered to be the most representative of the urban arcades, which extend for a total of 38 miles and originate from the 12th century. The arcades have become an expression and element of the urban identity of Bologna, appreciated as protected pedestrian passages and as primary areas for commercial activities.

The longest porch in the world is that of San Luca, which measures 2,35 miles and consists of 666 ; it was built between 1674 and 1721. The largest porch of the city, which dates back to 1300 is the porch of the basilica of Santa Maria dei Servi in Strada Maggiore. The narrowest porch of the city, however, with just 37 inches wide, is located in Via Senzanome. The highest porch of the city, is that of the palace of the Archdiocese of Bologna, in Via Altabella, which is about 32,80 feet high. The one in Via Farini is perhaps the most and finely in the historic centre of Bologna, home to art galleries, banks, pastry shops and luxury boutiques. In the ceiling, painted in bright colors, the author Gaetano Lodi, has inserted in every time historical episodes, from antiquity to modern times. Bologna is absolutely worth a visit!

28/01/2022

The DOLOMITES are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and include nine mountain systems in the eastern Italian Alps. A series of unique mountain landscapes of exceptional natural beauty. These mountains establish with the light a particular link that takes the Ladin name of Enrosadira, a natural phenomenon that colors gold, pink, red, orange and purple the peaks of the Dolomites at sunrise and sunset. In full sun, then, the Dolomites become 'pallid', so much so that the popular tradition has called them the Pale Mountains.

13/01/2022

The Antonelliana is the symbol building of the city of . Begun in 1863 by Alessandro Antonelli, well-known architect of the nineteenth century, it was completed in 1889 and inaugurated with a solemn ceremony that involved with pride the whole city of Turin as it became the highest masonry building in Italy, in Europe and worldwide until 1953: 549 ft high ! Inside the Mole there is the National Cinema Museum.

05/01/2022

alla milanese - oss büs in Milanese dialect - is a traditional dish that includes the use of veal, more precisely the shank including the central bone with marrow - much more tender than beef. It’s just the that melting in cooking will give an incredible to this original dish.

Oss büs, which means pierced bone, was the real Sunday dish of bourgeois families and according to the stories of the tradition, what remained of the bone marrow was extracted from the bone with a specific pointed teaspoon, ironically called collector (implying that of taxes). It has an elongated and thin shape, with a tiny spoon slightly bent on one end to extract the marrow from the bone and a fork with curved teeth to extract the pulp even in the most difficult points of the bone. Typical and indissoluble accompaniment is the alla milanese, the yellow one with saffron. It is certain that being a very rich dish can be considered a single dish.

On 14 December 2007, the ossobuco alla milanese received the special De.Co. (Denominazione Comunale) from the City of , a title that is assigned to local delicacies become undisputed symbol of the cuisine of the territory. It seems that in the 19th century this recipe of the tradition was widely cited by the then "gurus" of Italian cuisine, Chef Giuseppe Sorbiatti serving various noble families in Milan and Pellegrino Artusi. There is the 'Confraternita dell'Ossobuco alla Milanese', a cultural partnership for the enhancement and knowledge of Milanese gastronomic culture, entrusted to the Academy of 5 T: , , , and . The restaurateurs who propose the real ossobuco Milanese are recognizable by the logo that shows the spires of the Duomo, the symbol of the Madonnina and the Accademia 5 T. We prefer the historic restaurant in Piazza Belgioioso, A place where you can breathe and enjoy the true Milanese tradition since 1696, a landmark of the distinguished Milanese , authentic for style and charming .

30/12/2021

Lake Garda, the largest Italian lake, "the most beautiful ocean in ", sits at the foot of the mountains and enjoys a mild climate all year round. It's a perfect spot for contemplating the world since the ancient Romans who built stunning on its shore.

The lake is the most northerly point in the world where are grown. It is also home of , and . Therefore the food of is closely linked to the environment, climate and products, adding and supplies from the mountains such as alpine butter and pasture .

But the most authentic Lake Garda dish is definitely anything prepared using the traditional - spit roast - method. It's linked to family values, nature and sharing. The spit rotates for four or five hours while cooking the meat which is served with polenta and the butter caught in pans under the spit.

Feel the smell of trees, , . Taste the refined and fragrant olive . Sip a local and enjoy the precious lake shores and villages.

22/12/2021

Cristina Trivulzio di Belgiojoso descendant of one of the historical families of the aristocracy was a , , and Italian who actively participated in the Risorgimento in 1800. The princess died in 1871, 150 years ago.

An independent and avant-garde woman, she fought all her life for a united and suffered exile to free her country from the yoke of the Austrian crown. In Milan, where her name was known to all, for her richness, beauty, courage and unconventionality, she is now remembered with a statue of the sculptor Giuseppe , in Piazza a few steps from the famous Teatro alla Scala and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele.

16/12/2021

Cremona. The city were people come to learn the best trade in the world: that of the luthier. Capital of music and cradle of the violin, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

14/12/2021

The unique and amazing Teatro Scientifico Bibiena in astonished Mozart’s father and the young composer who performed there at the age of 13. It is an incredible late Baroque masterpiece, not to be missed!

02/12/2021

The Strade Nuove and the system of the - Renaissance and Baroque - in the historic center of date back to the late sixteenth and early seventeenth century, when the Republic of Genoa was at the height of its financial and maritime power.

The buildings have three or four floors, the entrance with spectacular staircases, courtyards and loggias overlooking the gardens. The interior decorations have stucco and frescoes.

Genoa, the superb, the lady of the sea invites you to visit 42 noble residences, symbol of greatness and power, part of city registers (the rolli) through which they were chosen the residences where to accommodate the illustrious guests in visit of State.

Today, three of these beautiful residences house the first section of the Musei di Strada Nuova and important collections of Italian, Flemish and Spanish art, including works by Guercino, Veronese, Antoon Van Dick, Caravaggio and the famous "Maddalena Penitente" of Canova. Since 2006 it has been a World Heritage Site.

22/11/2021

The is already described in banquets of Roman times in which they were consumed "delicious desserts made with almonds, honey and egg white". Its official debut date 1441, for the wedding in Cremona of Bianca Maria Visconti with the leader Francesco Sforza. On that occasion the cake was prepared and served with the shape of the high tower of the city, the Tower (now ), from which then the name Torrone. The 367 feet high Torrazzo stands next to the Cathedral, on the Piazza del Comune, and on its highest side the panorama will leave you breathless.

The famous cake among the most classic Christmas holidays, crumbly at the right point, thanks to the workshop already in 1911 was exported to the United States.

If you like it, it is worth visiting Cremona during the "Festa del Torrone di Cremona", which is repeated every year in mid-November, tasting the sweetness not only of the but also of the sweetest town. In its streets and squares the atmosphere is accompanied by the background music of , another excellence of the town.

16/11/2021

The great German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, visiting , fell in love with its natural beauty, landscape, architectural and cultural to the point of saying: "See Naples and then die".

To relive this feeling would be enough to dive accompanied by a local guide, in , street of the old town center that clearly divides with its perfect linearity, the ancient city between the north and the south, and goes from the Spanish Quarters to Forcella. It is the symbol of the city; you can admire it from above from Castel San'Elmo or from the Certosa di San Martino, which offer a spectacular view.

Walk along this 2 km long route to discover the history and traditions of over a thousand years of history today "World Heritage" by UNESCO. The walk offers a synthesis of , with its shops, workshops and pizzerias, historic buildings, churches and beautiful palaces. It’s the beating heart of the city, the biggest old town in the old continent. Look around and enter the maze of alleys and narrow lanes full of murals that tell the passions of the Neapolitans. Surrender to sounds, voices, aromas and smells, and of course also to flavors.

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