I absolutely love this month – the carols, the snow and the excess of that ridiculously delicious panettone. Of course this is also the time to reflect on the year gone by and with that I have to pay tribute to a great friend and mentor, Fiona Tankard, our Editor in Chief, who left the magazine earlier this year. "
Melissa Ormiston - Italy Magazine Editor
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Read on for the contents of the December Issue.
sense of place
Christmas is definitely around the corner with a display of presepe figures
the land along the river
Travel through the Garfagnana, an area of great contrasts, filled with stunning villas and wonderful landscapes
proud Parma
One of northern Italy’s most impressive cities explored – from food, art, music and culture this city has it all
letters
what's on
insight and news
ain't no mountain high enough
It’s worth the effort of reaching Florence’s fascinating Church of San Miniato
dual language - false friends
In this month’s dual language article, we examine 26 some of the pitfalls for the language learner
the new hero from Naples
A profile of one of Italy’s most exciting young directors, whose films can be seen at the Italian Film Festival UK
book and music reviews
Barbara Aiello: Italy's only female rabbi
This remarkable American woman is following her vocation, now firmly rooted in Italy
let it glow, let it gloe, let it glow
A glittering look at how gold is filling the shops this winter
weddings
Our new regular section for those looking to tie the knot in Italy
business
Our regular feature looks at how make a career switch from teaching English, being a management consultant and becoming a chiropractor in Verona
jean geniuses
Denim has never gone out of fashion. A look at this winter’s trends
the apartment of Silvia Morera in Rome
OA peaceful haven in the midst of the city’s bustle is home to an artist with a striking technique
buraucracy
We bring you up to speed with recent changes in property law affecting home-buyers
and finally
across the river and into the trees
Prosecco is a delightfully refreshing wine. We visit one of the best producers and seek out the Bellini cocktail
un natale fatto in casa
Put a smile on the faces of friends and family this Christmas by showering them with delicious homemade gifts from the kitchen
foodie fun... for Christmas
Ten tasty ways on how to celebrate the festive season Italian style
Friuli wonderful
Why not take an agriturismo holiday in Friuli Venezia Giulia next year? There are many reasons why you should
stunning hotels
This month we look at accommodation in two of Italy’s mountain regions
the medieval 'ultimate deterrent'
All the thrills of the Balestra, an exciting medieval pageant based on the crossbow
living for motorbikes
Roberto Rolfo is a star of GP and Superbikes. He explains his obsession
what's available in... Puglia
A look at the property market in this up-and-coming region
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