Ciao Italy Magazine readers,

As Italy ponders what’s to come on the political front, we focus on the tangible things that make life pretty awesome right now. It could be that second steaming cup of coffee from your trusty Moka coffee pot or simply the January sunshine streaming in through your window enticing you to take a long winter’s walk.

Has your dream always been to truly immerse yourself wholly in Italian culture? We get it because that’s been our mission as well which is why you can find so many valuable ways to connect with Italy via our exciting features week after week, recipes, language tips, day-trip ideas and so, so much more. For unlimited access, all you have to do is join here.

We’re all big foodies here at Italy Magazine which is why we're especially excited to interview the founder of the popular blog “Jul’s Kitchen.” Here, she lets us in on her secrets to Tuscan cooking, La Cucina Povera, and the joy of good, simple ingredients when you know how to use them.

Reggio Emilia may lack the showstopper sights of its neighbors, but this pretty, historic town is well worth a visit.

Let’s explore Italy's hidden gems through our popular dual-language series! This week we head to Borghetto sul Mincio, rated among Italy’s most beautiful villages, and just 30 km southwest of Verona. Have you been?

In this article, we’re going to find out how to fare la lista dei buoni propositi or make a list of New Year’s resolutions in Italian.

Recently crowned the Italian city with the best quality of life, Parma is a pleasant medium-sized town celebrated for its artistic masterpieces just as much as it is for its culinary delights. Here’s why it should be your next day trip!

Try this surprising pie that packs a punch. Our recipe for "Torta co’ Bischeri agli Spinaci" or Tuscan sweet spinach pie by food historian Francine Segan is a staff favorite.

2023 will see the return to Italy of the most iconic train of all, the Orient Express, with a special theme centered on ‘La Dolce Vita’.

In honor of World Pizza Day, which was recently celebrated on January 17, ITALY Magazine is sharing with you a list of some of Naples’ top pizza places. 

Have you always wanted to move to Umbria? This stone farmhouse for sale would make for an enticing reason to go. The property is in excellent condition and includes a beautiful surrounding park of approx. 8000 sqm with 70 olive trees in full production, a large gazebo with a barbecue area, two annexes used as storage, and a carport with three parking spaces.

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