The Marketing Manager of De’Longhi UK explains everything you need to know if you are thinking about buying a home espresso machine. WHAT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Q. I am thinking of buying an espresso machine for my home but am unsure of the quality. Is there a notable difference between these and machines in a […]
A leading expert in foreign currency explains how she thinks the pound/euro currency exchange will develop in 2013…. PREDICTING THE FUTURE Q. How do you foresee the strength of the euro to the pound sterling in 2013? Do you think we will see an improvement in exchange rates in time for our summer vacation? A. […]
Hannah Bellis heads to Banca in Mayfair, London to sample their new evening aperitivo. Celebrate this Italian tradition in your own home with a tasty selection of recipes for titbits and light bites created by their talented chefs… On a weekend evening in Italy we would often have seven or eight Negroni cocktails,” the barman […]
This month we have delved into the irresistible world of Italian chocolates, uncovering along the way some heavenly treats for you to enjoy at home… The month of April is commonly associated with chocolate as families stock up on Easter eggs, ready to be consumed in a frantic morning of over indulgence. But if you […]
Lazio sits on the western side of central Italy, a longish region that in many ways is the geographical divide between northern and southern Italy… It bridges the two parts of the country and is home to the nation’s capital Rome, the sublime Eternal City. The region has a population of a little over five-and-a-half […]
Take a look at the latest Italian products that have caught our eye this month… If you’re looking for a crisp summer sparkler to encourage the balmier days ahead, look no further than this delicious new wine from Planeta. This Sicilian producer has brought us this Brut Metodo Classico just in time for the warmer […]
Send us your favourite pictures travels to Italy, and each month the best photo will win a bottle of Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco and cooler!… THIS MONTH’S WINNER Summer in Venice by Gergely Kristo “This was the first time I went to Venice, and the city really amazed me. The trip was a birthday present […]
Get your palette in the mood for summer flavours with recipes from The Vegetarian Society accompanied by coffee matching ideas from the experts at De’Longhi… Aubergine, pesto & mozzarella rolls with spinach and pine nut salad With the lingering flavour of fresh, creamy mozzarella, a classic Italian take on the espresso is the macchiato, meaning […]
With Easter falling early this year, our April selection is testament to the fact there is still plenty to do this month throughout Italy – we look at spring festivals, liberation day, art exhibitions and wine tastings in our selection of events… VENICE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 5-7 & 12-14 April Venice, Veneto A great time […]
Marina Spironetti picks a selection of the best activities and events to get involved with during a stay in Cremona… NOUGAT FESTIVAL The annual Festa del Torrone is dedicated to Cremona’s other claim to fame, nougat, which is said to have been occasioned by the marriage of Bianca Maria Visconti to Francesco Sforza, back in […]