Beneath the golden fried crust of zeppole lies a delightfully light and fluffy centre. These irresistible treats are an Italian twist on the ever-popular doughnut Recipe, words and photo by Mario Matassa My grandfather kept chickens for eggs in a large coop behind the house in Ireland. As a child, I loved going into the […]
Looking for things to do in Puglia? Kate Wickers recommends 6 ways to explore this charming region at a more considered pace Featured photo © Kate Wickers Words by Kate Wickers It’s not so very long ago that Puglia was off the tourist map, judged as the poor southern relation to culturally rich northern Italy. […]
In this edition of our bilingual feature, Tom Alberto Bull reports on Jannik Sinner – the first Italian man to win a major tennis title since Adriano Panatta in 1976 Featured image © Shaun Botterill / Staff via Getty Images Words by Tom Alberto Bull KEY WORDS Useful Italian words and phrases to add to […]
Eggs aren’t just for Easter. With this all-day Italian breakfast recipe you can enjoy the humble uovo all day – and all year – long… Recipe, words and photo by Mario Matassa This Italian breakfast recipe hails back to Mario Matassa’s childhood in Ireland, inspired by a humble but filling plate of bacon, egg, and chips. […]
Kate Wickers picks out her top 10 things to do in Le Langhe as she heads for adventure in this beautiful part of Italy… Featured photo © Richard Semik/Adobe Stock Words by Kate Wickers In Italy there’s a saying, andare per Langa (heading for Le Langhe), which is used for when you’re off on an […]
Looking for a relaxing break with a difference? – say hello to Engel Ayurpura, the only dedicated Ayurvedic hotel in the Italian Dolomites Featured photo © Tiberio Sorvillo Words by Amanda Robinson I hadn’t been to Italy for a while which made this trip all the more precious, and there’s certainly something uplifting about putting […]
Italy’s Islands are very distinctive places where traditions, languages, and wildlife have evolved in their own way. Pick your next destination with this regional guide to Sardinia, Sicily and the rest… Featured photo © Feng Wei Photography Words by Fleur Kinson Italy, as a nation-state, has existed in its current form for about a century […]
Italy has some of Europe’s most beautiful islands. From sizeable landmasses to tiny gems, you’ll find every kind of Mediterranean idyll here. Island homes make an excellent investment, says Fleur Kinson. Featured photo © VanSky Words by Fleur Kinson Ah, the lure of islands! Naturally romantic places, these spots of sea-encircled land offer a natural […]
Living in Sardinia sounds like a tempting prospect. Dave and Marie Tringham from Sheffield share their experience of Island life. Photo © Dave and Marie Tringham Dave and Marie Tringham are well-placed to share a taste of what it’s like living in Sardinia. They own a two-bedroom apartment in a small beach town in the […]
Thinking of getting married in Italy? In this edition of our bilingual feature, Tom Alberto Bull looks at the increasing popularity of locations in Italy as wedding venues for Americans and Brits… Featured image © BGStock72 via Adobe Stock Words by Tom Alberto Bull KEY WORDS Useful Italian words and phrases related to getting Married […]