Ciao a tutti, 

I know we’re not the only ones counting down the days until the holidays (or are currently celebrating as we speak) but this year it feels like the start of 2022 is looming quicker than ever. As our team wraps up the latest issue of Bellissimo for you guys (get ready for an insider’s journey around Sicily) keep in mind that we are still offering a fab promotion for the holidays that will gift your loved ones a premium membership and a seriously delicious gourmet gift box with quality, locally-sourced ingredients from Tuscany. The best part? Shipping is FREE and included in the total cost. Here’s where to buy yours! 

This week we have plenty of great content that you might have missed so let’s dive right in. 

Your Weekly Premium Selection

If you love to be immersed in nature and enjoy Italian culture, here are some of the best winter glamping options where you can be guaranteed to enjoy good food, beautiful locations, spa facilities, and outdoor activities.

From Gucci to Armani and Ferragamo, there is no denying that Italy is known for its fashion juggernauts. For fashionistas who want to learn more about the history of Italy’s most iconic fashion houses, these museums fit the bill.

In our recipe of the week, the traditional Mantova’s traditional tortelli di zucca filling of roasted pumpkin, cheese, and spices is used instead as the pasta sauce. 

While most visitors to Venice have likely not heard of the Church of San Zaccaria, this former monastic complex is considered one of the most beautiful religious buildings in the city. Discover more in our latest dual-language article. 

What Else You Don’t Want to Miss

Visit Florence during the holidays and you will find it at its most magical. Festive lights decorate the streets of the cradle of the Renaissance, while quaint Christmas markets are set up in the piazzas of the historic center.

Looking to start a new life in Italy? Check out this interview with Monia, who specializes in finding foreigners their dream property in Abruzzo.

Get to know the most prominent Italian architectural styles while also learning the necessary vocabulary in order to be able to “fare una bella figura” when speaking about places you’ve visited in Italy.

Christmas in Italy wouldn’t be the same without the various representations of the nativity scene. Here are five of the most unique. 

While not everyone has big budgets to splash out on country villas, there is another viable option to making that dolce vita an actual reality, and that's to explore the possibility of buying a house via auction.

This beautiful farmhouse for sale is located in the municipality of Monteriggioni in a quiet and panoramic position in Tuscany's finest countryside. The property consists of a stone farmhouse of about 170 square meters, a garage of about 42 square meters, and about a hectare of private land.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend from Georgette, your editor, and the Italy Magazine team.