Coffee is one of the world’s most cherished beverages, yet not many know it has a history that extends beyond its traditional role as a drink. While commonly associated with morning routines and sweet treats, coffee’s application in savory cooking is both diverse and fascinating: thanks to its flavor profile—marked by bitterness, acidity, and depth...

The Italian floral and plant industry continues to thrive, generating impressive economic figures. In 2024, the sector reached a remarkable turnover of 33 billion euros, cementing Italy's position as a world leader in floriculture and horticulture.   The industry’s value is driven by both domestic demand and exports, which account for a signi...

According to the FDA, as of 2025, foodies in the U.S. waste an estimated 30%-40% of the total food supply (yikes). That also means that the water, energy, and labor required to produce this food gets wasted too. As an antidote to this unflattering statistic, the centuries-old Italian cooking philosophy of cucina povera can help households save mone...

Since the beginning of time, there has been one food combination that’s never let us down: cheese and bread. There’s a reason that grilled cheese is so intertwined in our idea of childhood comfort. The sandwich is deliciously simple, versatile (a.k.a. a blank canvas for your favorite ingredients) and budget-friendly (that is unless you pack it full...

If walls could talk, the bar at Camparino in Galleria would have stories to tell. Since 1915, this Milanese institution has been the beating heart of Italian aperitivo culture, pouring drinks for poets, fashion icons, and anyone who knows that good evenings start with Campari. From Gaspare Campari’s early innovations—perfecting the Campari Seltz, s...

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The Italian cosmetics industry is experiencing remarkable growth, especially in global markets. In 2024, Italy saw its beauty products exports soar, maintaining its position as a leader in the international beauty sector. According to recent reports, Italy's beauty exports have surged by 15% and are expected to continue this upward trend.   This...

The heart of NASA's future space station as a transit post to take astronauts back to the Moon has been made in Italy. The pressurized module HALO (Habitation And Logistics Outpost) was built in the Thales Alenia Space (Thales - Leonardo) factory in Turin. The module is ready to leave for the United States at the end of March where the company Nort...

Limoncello, amaretto di Saronno, and Sambuca are famous Italian liqueurs known as digestivos (or digestifs). They are enjoyed after a sumptuous meal while chatting with dinner companions. One extremely popular digestivo that you may not have tried yet is amaro ("bitter" in Italian). There are hundreds of different amari that are distilled from the...

The Consorzio di Tutela Barolo Barbaresco Alba Langhe e Dogliani hosts the highly anticipated fourth edition of the Barolo & Barbaresco World Opening (BBWO), culminating with a Grand Tasting event at the Branch Park Pavillion in Austin, Texas on 25 March 2025 involving over 160 producers. In addition, the Barolo & Barbaresco Academy has delivered e...