Buongiorno Italy readers! 

We are super excited to share our second eBook focusing on Italy's fabulous seasonal recipes. 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! 

Set about halfway between Rome and Florence, Umbria is ideal for those who want the leisurely pace and human connection of living in a predominantly rural area while still remaining within striking distance of major cities and their international airports. We asked a local expert about the cost of living from housing rentals, to purchasing property and food costs – see what she had to say here. 

Many destinations in Italy are trying to lure visitors with special initiatives this summer in an attempt to help the local economy recover from the setback caused by Covid-19. You can now vacation in Cilento for just two euros a day. San Mauro La Bruca is offering rooms for rent in a municipality-owned structure at the cost of two euros per night for no more than seven nights per couple. 

Ciabotto is just one name for this humble and nourishing vegetable stew, a less fussy version of ratatouille and a summer staple throughout central and southern Italy.

Idioms are sayings or expressions that often can’t be translated literally. They’re widely used in spoken Italian so a great way to express yourself and make you sound more like a local. In this language lesson, we’re going to look at some idiomatic expressions related to food.

Visiting Ravenna’s impressive ancient monuments means experiencing the splendor of a bygone age unique on the Italian peninsula. Here’s where you should go! 

Calabria is a favorite summer holiday destination for Italians. While they may stick mostly to the beaches, there are often charming, seaside villages to explore, guarding historic buildings and picturesque alleys, best enjoyed in the late afternoon in the sunset light, after some fun hours at the beach. Here are three Calabrian seaside villages to visit. 

Located in Puglia, Castel del Monte (Italian for "Castle of the Mountain") was built in the 13th century by Emperor Frederick II, who had inherited the lands from his mother Constance of Sicily. Let's learn more in our latest #duallanguage read. 

Our property of the week is this beautiful villa immersed in nature and a step away from the heart of the Langhe and near the Monferrato area. This is an estate of incredible beauty, built and restored from a conservative perspective, with original details and stylish finishes (and a pool!). You will be surprised at its affordable price. 

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