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Three of the Best Historic Country Homes in Italy

by Carla Passino | Wed, 05/13/2009 - 10:41

We have selected three villas where a glorious past meets a vibrant present.Imagine viewing a life-size painting by Vincenzo Dandini, lovingly framed by…

Culture

Three of the Best Italian Espresso Drinks

by Carla Passino | Thu, 04/30/2009 - 03:52

Looking for an alternative to the classic espresso? Here are three of the best drinks to try in an Italian bar—and the recipes to make them at home.A sun-…

Travel

Three of the Best Villages on the Italian Lakes

by Carla Passino | Wed, 04/22/2009 - 10:12

Lake Como sparkles under the Spring sun. Grand Art Nouveau villas and Neo-Classical palazzos in pastel colours cast their tremulous reflection on the deep blue…

Lifestyle

Three of the best Italian Lounge Chairs

by Carla Passino | Thu, 04/02/2009 - 03:20

In the 1950s Italy became the cradle of modern design, and, since then, its architects and designers have changed the way we decorate our homes. We select…

Travel

Three of the Best…Italian National Parks

by Carla Passino | Thu, 03/19/2009 - 04:29

Eagles soaring high over an Alpine meadow, wolves hunting at night in a thick beech wood, wild cats hiding in a lush Mediterranean undergrowth. Although human…

Food & Drink

Three of the Best Wineries to visit in Italy

by Carla Passino | Wed, 03/11/2009 - 13:08

The Italian countryside is a man-made wonder. Sure, it has forests and wild gorges, soaring peaks and wolf-populated woods. But its essence is lush nature…

Culture

Three of the Best…galleries to Discover Italian Ottocento art

by Carla Passino | Thu, 03/05/2009 - 11:13

Italy lost its leading artistic role during the 19th century, and artwork from the period remains relatively unknown outside the national confines. But…

Travel

Three of The Best: Monastery and Sanctuary Guest Houses

by Carla Passino | Thu, 02/19/2009 - 04:15

Fancy characterful accommodation at astoundingly low prices? Then try an Italian monastery. We picked three of the best ones that welcome lay guests Picture…

Travel

Three of the Best Small Historic Towns in Italy

by Carla Passino | Thu, 02/05/2009 - 04:13

Italy’s turbulent history has given it many historic towns of great architectural interest. We discover three small but perfectly formed ones: Gradisca d’…

Culture

Three of the Best Winter Art Exhibitions

by Carla Passino | Thu, 01/29/2009 - 04:07

This is a mouth-watering winter for Italy-bound art lovers. The season’s calendar is packed full with interesting events covering all the most important eras…