Grana Padano PDO Exports Surge by 10.18% in First 7 Months
Grana Padano PDO exports have soared in the first seven months of 2024, up 10.2% from the same period last year, according to Stefano Berni, Director General of the Grana Padano Consortium. Exports now represent around 52% of total sales, as international demand continues to drive growth for the world’s most consumed Italian PDO cheese. Germany ret...
The Italian Pizzaioli Defying an “Unforgivable” Taboo
If you get your il bel paese fix from the socials, take heed before believing every proselytism preached by the Italy “experts.” Don’t get me wrong, there are some thoughtful wanderlustful videos out there, but as someone who has lived in Italy for 11 years and counting, trust me when I say that plenty of the content misses the mark. On that accoun...
From train to village: Discover the Regionale's Links for smart tourism
Regional is not only providing train connections, but is actively engaged in developing integrated modes of transportation that also include buses, ships, and ferries. This approach aims to ensure increasingly intelligent travel experiences, simplifying ticket purchases and making travel easier for customers. Regional is the affordable option for e...
Poppi in Tuscany, surrounded by century old forests
The area between Florence and Arezzo continues to fascinate me. While visiting the forests of Sasso Fratino, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, I arrive in the charming village of Poppi - one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Upon arrival, you are met with an almost medieval atmosphere, with alleys winding along ancient stone walls and an impress...
Palermo's History in Print
The ticking of typewriter keys, constant like the stream of thoughts racing through the mind and eyes of a reporter as they translated events witnessed just hours before into words, was the unmistakable soundtrack that filled newspaper offices until the arrival of computers and their quieter keyboards. The passion and commitment, however, remain th...
It’s National Cappuccino Day
Cappuccino, a coffee drink made with espresso and steamed and frothed milk, is celebrated today with National Cappuccino Day. About one-third of cappuccino is espresso, with the other two-thirds being milk. Cappuccino is usually served in a steam-heated porcelain cup and is sometimes sprinkled with cinnamon or cocoa powder. Coffee shops, both local...
"Vedere l'invisibile" (Seeing the invisible): 150 years of Guglielmo Marconi on display in Rome
It was a summer day in 1895 when 21-year-old Guglielmo Marconi first succeeded in transmitting a wireless signal from the attic of his home near Bologna. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1909, but it was not until 1912, when one of his radio transmitters helped save the lives of more than 700 passengers aboard the Titanic, that the general public...
Turin: Italy's first capital, preceding Rome by a decade
When people think of the capital of Italy, their minds often go straight to Rome. However, the Eternal City was actually the third capital of the unified country. The first capital of Italy, located further north, was Turin—historically significant as the seat of power for the Savoy dynasty and an ancient centre of the Kingdom of Sardinia. In this...
Explore Italy's 'City Of Wine' Instead Of Tuscany For Hilly Views, Villas, And Fewer Crowds
For a taste of Tuscany close to Rome, venture to Frascati, a charming hilltop city famed for its white wine and historic villas. Approximately 15 miles southeast of the Eternal City, Frascati, which boasts a rich history dating back to Ancient Rome, has long served as a weekend escape for aristocratic Romans. The city's lush environs are dotted wit...
Skiers Are Discovering Cervino, Italy’s Hidden Winter Retreat
Ardent skiers have long known that the majestic Italian Alps are home to some of the best ski resorts in the world. Whether you enjoy downhill skiing, cross-country or snowboarding, the magnificent alpine range offers enough challenges for all levels of winter enthusiasts. Cervino, a luxurious VRetreats Hotel Collection resort at the base of the ic...
Built to Last: How Ancient Roman Bridges Can Still Withstand the Weight of Modern Cars & Trucks
A foreign traveler road-tripping across Europe might well feel a wave of trepidation before driving a fully loaded modern automobile over a more than 2,000-year-old bridge. But it might also be balanced out by the understanding that such a structure has, by definition, stood the test of time — and, for those with a grasp of the history of engineeri...
Vermouth, A Taste of Turin
Picture Turin, the 1780s: a cosmopolitan city, capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, known for its eminent university and for its Teatro Regio, which seats an impressive 1,500 people for operatic performances. In 1780, Caffè Fiorio opens as a salon catering to the intellectual and political classes. Visitors include Nietzsche and Camilo Benso, Count...