Italy Travel · 08 May 2025
Three iconic cafés in historic Venice, each still operating today, compete for the title of the most beloved café in Piazza San Marco. These cafés, Lavena, Florian, and Quadri, are known for hosting orchestras that perform daily during the summer months. The cafés combine charm and history, featuring mirrors, chandeliers, and glass creations from local artisans. Piazza San Marco is considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world, offering a unique atmosphere steeped in immense history.
Italy Travel · 07 May 2025
The most famous cocktail bar in Rome will open for the summer on the terrace of a luxury hotel in Forte dei Marmi. It’s called Sky Kong, a new temporary cocktail bar that will launch at the end of May on the terrace of the 5-star Principe Forte dei Marmi hotel in Tuscany; featuring signature cocktails crafted by Patrick Pistolesi, along with dishes prepared by the chef of the starred restaurant Lux Lucis, chef Valentino Cassanelli with his 1 Michelin Star.
Italian Cuisine · 06 May 2025
The Cerea family is bringing its Da Vittorio brand to Rome.The Da Vittorio pastry shop will be located inside the Hotel Orient Express in Rome, set to open in a few weeks. Da Vittorio is a true gastronomic powerhouse generating over 100 million euros annually with its 3-Michelin Star Restaurant in Brusaporto; while maintaining high-quality, artisanal products through its restaurants, pizzerias, catering services, cafés in Milan in the Louis Vuitton building and in Rome.
Italy Travel · 05 May 2025
During the Jubilee year, Rome is filled with visitors seeking tranquillity. Here are two tranquil hotels, both former convents, perfect for your stay. The Donna Camilla Savelli in Trastevere boasts an elegant garden, stylish rooms, and a stunning rooftop terrace. The Palazzo Ripetta, a luxurious 5-star hotel near Via Ripetta, features beautifully designed rooms, a top-notch restaurant, and the trendy Etere Rooftop Bar.
Italian Cuisine · 04 May 2025
In Emilia-Romagna, Labour Day - Festa dei Lavoratori or Il primo maggio is traditionally celebrated with cappelletti, a type of stuffed pasta. This custom holds historical significance. During a twenty-year period of political repression, the workers' holiday - Festa dei Lavoratori was banned, and there was a concerted effort to suppress pasta in all its forms. Nevertheless, those brave enough to stand up for their rights continued to gather for celebrations known as 'cappellettate'.
Italy Travel · 30 April 2025
The picturesque coastal town of Terracina in Lazio, Italy, captivates visitors with its intriguing blend of history, culture, and stunning natural beauty. The town is located on Italy's Pontine Coast, between Rome and Naples. It features beautiful beaches, clear water, beach clubs, and a rich history dating back to antiquity. It's Circeo National Park is famous for its fauna and flora. It has gained modern recognition as a seafood hub.
Italy Travel · 29 April 2025
Il Tabacchificio Hotel is a beautifully refurbished 1930s tobacco factory in Salento, offering sun, sea, and relaxation. The modern minimalist design features polished concrete floors and vaulted ceilings, complemented by playful elements like a giant rubberized Roman foot. Each of the six suite-like bedrooms includes en suite bathrooms and luxurious Italian linens. Guests can enjoy a 19-meter lap pool in the garden, perfect for cooling off in the hot summer.
Italian Design · 28 April 2025
Bvlgari has launched a major project in Valenza, Italy, the country's jewellery capital, by expanding its Manifattura, now the largest single-brand jewellery manufacturing site globally. The facility's space has increased by 204,514 square feet, totaling 355,209 square feet, underscoring Bvlgari’s commitment to sustainable and socially responsible luxury. The expansion will create 500 new craftsman positions, bringing total jobs to 1,600 by 2029, supported by a new on-site training school.
Italian Design · 27 April 2025
Since the 1950s, Gucci’s silk scarves have evolved from simple accessories to artistic pieces. This transformation began in 1958 with a collaboration with a Como silk producer, introducing the nautical-themed “Tolda di Nave.” In the 1960s, illustrator Vittorio Accornero de Testa added vibrant designs, notably the Gucci Flora print created for Princess Grace of Monaco in 1966. The forthcoming book "Gucci: The Art of Silk" by Assouline, releasing in April 2025, will delve into the brand's legacy.
Italian Style · 23 April 2025
We previously wrote about the luxurious Orient Express travel in Italy in 2022 and 2023. Now, we're excited to share details about the 2025 offering for the La Dolce Vita Orient Express Train. Starting at Ostiense Station in Rome, this journey embraces slow travel through 14 Italian regions with eight exclusive itineraries for discerning travellers. The train features 31 cabins, 18 suites, 12 deluxe cabins, and the signature La Dolce Vita Suite resulting from meticulous and elegant restoration.