Ciao a tutti,     

Spring is in full swing with April’s arrival and there is plenty to get excited about, especially if you plan on visiting Italy this month. Get some ideas for local food festivals, gaze upon beautiful blooms, and take a trip down memory lane with classic and vintage toys in our monthly events roundup. 

Remember that Easter is on the 17th and it pays to plan ahead as it’s a popular long weekend for Italians and visitors alike, with places booking out fast. We included some tips on a few of the unique Pasqua festivities around the boot in next week’s Buongiorno newsletter, so keep an eye on your inbox. 

Highlights from this week’s content lineup

Stanley Tucci’s “Searching for Italy” series featuring the Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award-winning actor of Italian origins returns for a second season this spring and here’s what to expect.

Irresistibly chewy and oily, Ligurian focaccia, or ‘fugassa’ in the Genoese dialect, is beloved by all and is one of Italy’s most famous street foods. Learn more about this delicious treat in our latest dual-language article. 

There are 22 rioni (central districts) in central Rome, each with a distinct personality, atmosphere and price tag. Bookmark this neighborhood guide to get a better handle on where to stay and visit. 

Ancient books and kitchenware tell the history of cooking and eating habits from the 1400s to the present day at ‘Garum - Biblioteca e Museo della Cucina,’ the latest museum opening in Rome. 

It might come as a surprise, but Italy is home to beautifully diverse culinary traditions that often inherently embrace gluten-free preparations, thanks to locally grown vegetables and meats. So, before your next trip, save our helpful guide to Italian food for celiacs to give you, or a loved one, peace of mind.

This week’s property for sale is a dreamy villa near the charming town of Spoleto in Umbria; you can find all of the details here.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

      - Your editor Georgette and the Italy Magazine team