Buongiorno Italy readers! 

Unique ways of dining safely during this difficult year. Thanks to one of our foodie insiders, here are some of the most interesting temporary locations, collaborations or pop-up restaurants that you don't want to miss this summer in Italy. 

New rules in Italy to combat rising coronavirus infections impose masks after 6pm outdoors and the closure of nightclubs until early September. In additional new regulations from the Italian government all people returning from Croatia, Greece, Malta and Spain must be tested for Covid-19, more details here. 

We are super excited to share this eBook focusing on seasonal recipes of Italy. In this version, you will find a variety of summer-friendly dishes from antipasti to primi, main courses, and of course dessert (limoncello sorbet anyone?!). Here’s where to download your copy! 

Pasta nero, black squid pasta, is hands down one of the prettiest pastas to serve. The glistening dark pasta is a show-stopping canvas for almost any topping. The pairing of pasta with beans and seafood is very traditional in Puglia and the delicately briny flavor of the squid ink pasta enhances the taste and visual appeal.

Picturesque villages, unexpected art treasures, incredible landscapes and gourmet stops: a road trip in Italy offers the best of the country. And because you’re driving, you can savor it at your own pace, stopping wherever you please and where curiosity leads you. This is part two of a multi-part series about road-trips in Italy, as we have many itinerary ideas for you, from north to south!

Cruise ships can set sail again in Italy. On August 16, the MSC Grandiosa was the first cruise ship to set sail in Italy since the coronavirus shutdown.

Carry around your Apple AirPods in this uber cool handmade beech wood case, an artisan creation by Woodillon.

The modern Italian literary scene is rich and varied, but sadly for those who don’t read Italian most new books don’t find their way to translation. That said, there are still a great many fabulous novels available in English, with something available that is sure to please every taste. No matter if you’re lying on a sunbed or a couch, try picking up one of these to get that big dose of Italy you’re craving.

Unesco Sites of Italy: Today we head to Genoa to discover Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli. Read this article also in Italian. 

Our property of the week is a Venetian hideaway. Located in the lovely San Polo district, near Campo San Agostino and Campo San Polo; the apartment for sale is set on two levels and is completely restored in 2017 with love. There is also mod-cons such as air-conditioning and underfloor heating. 

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