We head back to Piacenza and Parma for part two in our Duchy discoveries. Otherwise if you are looking for a fun alternative activity on your next trip to the boot, go on a tour of Maranello, to discover the Ferrari factory. Our underrated destination of the week are the stunning Pelagian islands off the Italian coast, close to Sicily, our latest feature gives you an inner look. For city lovers, we recommend Bologna, which mixes plenty of cultural heritage and even a bit of shopping; there is plenty to see in this city to the north of Florence. Big news for Pavorotti fans, a new restaurant museum dedicated to the famous singer has just opened in Milan, we have the latest scoop! Our Italian-language tip of the week discusses cured meats, start talking salami! Otherwise we recommend reading an article in both Italian and English, starting with one about the magical island of Capri. Or what about learning Italian in Italy, one experience we highly recommend is living with your Italian teacher, here’s one option. Our recipes of the week include this delicious pizza made with the Italian herb escarole, and a ‘poor man’s caviar’ which is essentially a delicious eggplant spread, the perfect appetizer. Thinking of fun Italian summer desserts, we highly recommend this simple recipe for a beautiful apricot crostata (tart) which will be a winner for any outdoor picnic. Our product of the week is this classic leather wine journal, the perfect gift for a distinguished wine lover who wants to record some of their favorite sips on their next trip to Italy. Featured properties for sale this week in Italy include a castle (and we are not kidding), an option for fractional ownership at a gorgeous Tuscan location and a selection of dream-before-you-drool country homes that would make anyone pack their passport tomorrow.