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The Guelfi Firenze and Panthers Parma of the Italian Football League (IFL) have secured a berth in the Italian Bowl after convincing semifinal victories from both sides. The Italian Bowl will take place in Toledo, Ohio on Saturday, July 1, 2023.  Despite the Guelfi being back to full strength following a number of injuries late in the season, they...

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The Consortium for the Protection of Prosciutto Toscano PDO is to fly soon to New York for the Summer Fancy Food Show, the leading b2b trade show dedicated to the world of specialty foods and beverages in the United States, scheduled for June 25-27. In past editions, the event has attracted thousands of trade visitors including buyers, wholesalers,...

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Wine enthusiasts and history aficionados alike will find themselves drawn to the Tuscan wine museums. These museums offer a unique and immersive experience into the world of winemaking, from its ancient origins to the modern-day techniques used by Tuscan vintners. The museum\’s exhibits are interactive and educational, making them an ideal destinat...

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It started as most Roman weekday mornings do: I was in a rush, and I wasn’t sure if I would make it to my destination on time. My friend and I were headed to Florence for the day, to the city of Brunelleschi’s dome, Michelangelo’s David, of red-tiled roofs flanked by mountains just in the foreground, as if to say, “We’ve always been here. Didn’t yo...

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Tuscany is an Italian region famous for its natural beauty and cultural richness. In addition to its famous masterpieces, such as the Duomo of Florence and the Tower of Pisa, the territory also offers a wide range of breathtaking landscapes that can be explored through exciting routes. Here are 8 walks through the wonders of Tuscany to discover it...

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The capital of Tuscany in central Italy is steeped in history, beautiful architecture, amazing museums and art galleries, and great food and wine. Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, but its history goes back to ancient Rome. It was originally set up as a Roman camp by Julius Caesar and was then called Florentia. However, between the 14t...

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A total of 21 seaside resorts have been awarded the coveted 5 Sails 2023, the highest recognition of Legambiente and the Italian Touring Club, to seaside resorts that have managed to best combine territory and places of excellence, combining eco-sustainable development strategies. "Il Mare più bello 2023", the guide that reviews region by region mo...

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In the heart of Tuscany, about 30 kilometers from Florence, there lies a hidden gem that has for centuries served as sanctuary for those who venture through the fir tree forest to find it: Vallombrosa. Vallombrosa was founded with its eponymous Abbey–which encompasses a world unto itself. The Abbey and the tiny borgo around it, is nestled in the Ap...

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Contrary to popular belief, the appearance of Tuscan hills densely covered with olive trees is a relatively recent landscape that dates back to the second half of the 19th century. Not only did the number of olive trees increase in many areas that may have previously had sparser plantations, but olive groves also spread to recently reclaimed areas,...

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Florida State University is celebrating 50 years of discoveries at the archaeological treasure of Cetamura del Chianti with the inauguration of a new museum in the Tuscany region of Italy. Perched on a hilltop in the Chianti Mountains, the Cetamura del Chianti site was once settled by the Etruscans, Romans, and Italians of the Middle Ages.   Fifty...

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