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Lifestyle
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
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
by Carla Passino | Wed, 03/11/2009 - 13:08
The ½ûÂþÌìÌà 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
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
by Carla Passino | Thu, 02/19/2009 - 04:15
Fancy characterful accommodation at astoundingly low prices? Then try an ½ûÂþÌìÌà monastery. We picked three of the best ones that welcome lay guests Picture…
Travel
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
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…
Travel
by Carla Passino | Mon, 01/12/2009 - 06:23
Looking for an ½ûÂþÌìÌà ski resort for your next settimana bianca? We give you the lowdown on three of Italy’s very best mountain villages: Courmayeur, Cortina…
Lifestyle
by Carla Passino | Wed, 12/10/2008 - 04:28
Want to know how to buy a property in Italy in difficult times? Three experienced estate agents share their advice on how to choose and investment-proof…
Lifestyle
by Carla Passino | Wed, 11/26/2008 - 05:00
For true Italophiles, the next best thing to having Christmas in Italy is having an ½ûÂþÌìÌà style Christmas at home, complete with ½ûÂþÌìÌà presents under the…