Buongiorno Italy readers! 

As Italy ushers in a new season, we have compiled a list of October events that are still ongoing (and some online) around the boot. From a film festival to Rome to Jazz in Milan and a honey festival in Aosta, here’s what you need to know. 

Venezia Santa Lucia: you might know it only for the iconic train station but in this feature, we explore the area nearby that is well worth discovering. 

Our dual-language article of the week continues our exploration of the Unesco Sites of Italy. This week we take you to Syracuse and the Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica.

Did you know the word ‘quarantine’ comes from Italy? It comes from Venice to be precise, but let’s delve further into this very used word in 2020. 

There are a number of ways you can make your Italian driving exploits a bit less daunting, but one of the most important is developing a basic vocabulary of driving terms before you hit the road so you can ask for and follow directions, read road signs, fill up your tank, or communicate when something goes wrong.

We know not everyone is able to physically visit Italy right now so let us “take” you on this virtual tour around Italy’s most colorful villages. 

Returning to Bologna after a months-long absence, our writer finds the city as it was ten years ago: less tourists, more Bolognesi.

Giardiniera, a crunchy mix of vinegar-brined vegetables, is probably Italy’s most well- known pickle. But if the bottled supermarket version is your only reference, you are in for a happy surprise. Homemade giardiniera is so much more appealing, crisp and assertive but not abrasive.

Our featured product this week is a 3Giri necklace around Olivart Verdeinverso neck, made of alpaca wool and vintage buttons. Made in Italy, in the Florentine countryside, with natural yarns and carefully chosen elements to make it unique. 

Our property of the week is a beautiful 100 sqm. bright and panoramic apartment for rent with a splendid terrace with views in the Umbrian town of Todi. 

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