Culture
Italian espresso and cappuccino
Espresso coffee is the best known Italian drink in the world. Much more than a simple drink, espresso is a real "institution". In fact, coffee is an integral part of Italian culture.
ContinueCastiglioncello (Municipality of Firenzuola): the woods of the mysterious traveller
Walking through the Apennine countryside
ContinueWhere you can learn about marketing from a butcher
That’s only possible in Tuscany, Chianti, Panzano…… This isn’t just a place to buy a cut of the finest meat; you don’t learn about marketing in the classroom – but here in Tuscany. From Dario Cecchini.
ContinueArezzo and the castle of ghosts
Every castle worthy of mention has its own history, but the castles of Tuscany also have their ghosts.
ContinueFamous Tuscans
Tuscany has a magical allure. Hollywood shoots countless films with thin plots but stunning backdrops – whether in Siena or Florence – and many celebrities and artists, such as Sting, have bought a home or a farmhouse here, complete with vineyards and olive groves; many have simply moved here, but...
ContinueDid Michelangelo and Leonardo know each other?
Tuscany is medieval culture in its purest form
ContinueHidden property gems: micro-regions in Italy that could see their value skyrocket by 2026
There are property markets where the big rush is long over. Classic Tuscany, Amalfi hotspots, prime locations on Lake Como – beautiful, no question, but in many cases already expensive, high-profile and fiercely competitive.
ContinueWhat Italian Homes Reveal About Their Inhabitants
When you stroll through an Italian village, you quickly notice here, houses tell stories. Stories of generations, of pride, of community — and of the unmistakable Italian instinct for beauty and authenticity
ContinueMedieval towns with substance: why heritage protection in Italy Is often an advantage
Narrow alleys, uneven cobblestones, weathered walls, Romanesque portals, medieval city gates—walking through Italy’s historic towns, you immediately feel their unique atmosphere.
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