Buongiorno Italy readers!

We’re kicking off May with a truly exciting roundup of events all over Italy; from the annual infiorata festival in Sicily’s Noto or a wine festival in Montespertoli, Tuscany, you don’t want to miss these.  

Smaller than Venice, but with its fair share of charm and history, Grado is Friuli Venezia Giulia’s lagoon city, a town with 1600 years of history.

For cheese lovers, we invite you to discover Montasio, Friuli Venezia Giulia's signature cheese.

When you travel through Tuscany, you will notice a number of ancient abbeys, clusters of buildings occupied by a community of monks or nuns, some still in use. Here are four that you can actually visit!

Tuscan cuisine is all about simple deliciousness, save our foodie guide to discover the cuisine of one of the tastiest regions.

When in Rome, these are three of the most renowned Italian pasta dishes from the Lazio region.

Own a shopping bag that tells a story. These designs are hand embroidered into the linen fabric by an artisan in Tuscany. Now you own an authentic fresco made entirely by hand by a master artist, transferred on canvas #MadeinItaly

A Unesco-inscribed Neolithic pile dwelling in Friuli Venezia Giulia could provide amazing insights into the life of prehistoric people, enjoy this article also in Italian. Save our step-by-step guide on how to restore a property in #Italy plus related vocabulary.

The dolce al cucchiaio or spoon dessert zuppa inglese is equally steeped in lore as it is in alcohol, save our recipe for a sweet escape this weekend. But first, try one of these popular three recipes straight from Rome.  

A 14th century palazzo turned boutique apartment stay is Italy Magazine's home away from home in the center of Florence, our advice, ask to stay in “Clarice.”

Don’t miss the chance to own a charming beachfront penthouse completely renovated with large sea view terrace for sale in Abruzzo, Vasto Marina.

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