Events

Culture Week Offers Free Admission to Monuments

by Natalie Aldern | Mon, 04/11/2011 - 04:23

Now through 17 April 2011, all Italian monuments and museums owned by the state are offering free entrance in honor of Culture Week.La Settimana della Cultura…

Food & Drink

Vinitaly Draws Wine Lovers to Verona

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 04/08/2011 - 03:49

Vinitaly, one of the largest international events showcasing wine and spirits, began in Verona yesterday. The 5-day exhibition has drawn 4,500 producers from…

Culture

Restored Art Treasures on Display at Uffizi

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 04/07/2011 - 04:58

Since antiquity, Italy has been the home of artistic treasures. Now an exhibit at the Uffizi is bringing some of the rarest pieces of artwork back to public…

Euroflora Blossoms in Genoa

by Natalie Aldern | Tue, 04/05/2011 - 03:50

Genoa will be in bloom with flowers from five continents when the 10th program of Euroflora begins.The aim of the blossoming show is showcase a variety of…

Language

How to say Happy Birthday in Italian: Auguri Italia!

by ITALY | Wed, 03/16/2011 - 10:27

Today, Italy celebrates its 150th birthday. La “Bella Signora” turns 150 and after having informed our readers about the official celebrations and the origins…

Culture

Rome Independent Film Festival Showcases New Talent

by Natalie Aldern | Wed, 03/16/2011 - 07:03

Italy’s cinematographic history may be marked by masters like Benigni and Fellini, but a new generation of film makers are taking center stage in Rome.The Rome…

Lifestyle

Runners Prepare for Two Italian Marathons

by Natalie Aldern | Tue, 03/15/2011 - 06:39

Runners from all over the world are lacing up their shoes and heading to Italy for two major marathons. The endurance runners will hit the streets of Rome on…

Culture

Rome Hosts Lorenzo Lotto Exhibit

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 03/11/2011 - 09:58

'Venus and Cupid' by Lorenzo LottoA comprehensive collection of work by Italian Renaissance artist Lorenzo Lotto (1480-1556) is currently on display in Rome…

Culture

Dolomiti Ski Jazz Festival Promises Concerts on the Slopes

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 03/11/2011 - 06:22

The rocky peaks of the Dolomites will soon provide a breathtaking backdrop for the Dolomiti Ski Jazz Festival.The music festival runs 11 to 20 March, 2011 and…

Fuori di Taste Brings Foodies to Florence

by Natalie Aldern | Wed, 03/09/2011 - 03:47

Foodies are flocking to Florence to celebrate excellence in taste.The sixth annual fair, called simply ‘Taste’, will run from 12 to 14 March, 2011 at the…