A spacious and bright apartment with views over Lake Como, part of a modern and exclusive residential complex in the timeless village of Colonno on the shores of the central part of the lake. A spacious living room with modern kitchen is connected to a sunny terrace overlooking the lake. Upstairs there is 1 large […]
Celebrate the summertime with the new issue of Italia! There’s so much to savour, including travel inspiration for Verona, Puglia, Florence and much more… In the new issue you’ll also discover why Liguria is the perfect region for buying your dream home in Italy, explore a tranquil escape at a Piedmont monastery and meet Paolo Arrigo […]
Contact us ASAP as this Marche property is not yet on our site! Terrific value for the money. Recently restored, “right-sized” stone farmhouse with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a big portico, a pool, a small outbuilding, a private plot and some of the most calming views of the Marche countryside. 5 minutes to town of […]
A terrific villa, sympathetically restored, overlooking the natural beauty of the Fiastrone valley. South-facing plot with full-day sun. Well-planned, well-appointed, with lots of room (400 sqm), a pool with views, a sizable plot, privacy and excellent build quality. Open-plan ground floor, spacious rooms, big kitchen. 7 bedrooms, and 6 bathrooms, 5 ensuite. 40 sqm self-catering […]
A ready-to-go, fully-restored townhouse on a quiet vicolo in a classic Marche hilltown. In fact, Il Vicolo is built into the original perimeter fortress wall of Mogliano, giving it an historical touch. It comes in at around 85 sqm, ideal for 2 people and just fine for 4. It’s the perfect “lock and leave” ownership […]
There’s a delicious diversity to the wines of Veneto, thanks to the varying types of terrain and soil in this region. Here we explore some of its best reds… Although not vast in size, Veneto is one of the largest-producing regions of DOC wines in Italy. The variety of wine styles offered by Veneto are […]
Rome may not seem like the obvious choice for a family break, but if you plan it right, it can be a fantastic destination for the whole clan, says Beth Al Rikabi… Photos by Beth Al Rikabi If you’re planning to head to Rome with little ones, these quick tips for happy family travel in […]
Having explored Rome’s nooks and crannies several times over, Beth Al Rikabi delves into the city once more on a multi-generational family holiday… Photos by Beth Al Rikabi It was while I was cheffing at a yoga retreat amongst the mellow green folds of the Sabine Hills, with the city an hour’s train ride away, that […]
For a sensational dessert or teatime treat with an Italian twist, this gorgeous ricotta cheesecake by Mario Matassa should fit the bill… Serves 4 Preparation time 15 minutes Cooking time 45 minutes Ingredients: • 200g plain biscuits • 75g unsalted butter • 250g ricotta • 75g icing sugar • 2 large free-range eggs, beaten • 3 […]
For hearty comfort food with an Italian twist, this purè di patate recipe from Mario Matassa is a sure-fire winner… Serves 6 Preparation time 10 minutes Cooking time 30 minutes Ingredients: • 1 celery stalk, finely diced • 1 small carrot, peeled, finely diced • 1 tbsp olive oil (you can use the oil from the […]