ITALIAN LIFESTYLE

  • Donatella Zampoli is an inspiration for everyone who is seriously interested in gastronomy. She comes from that central part of Europe which is a melting pot, not just of nations...

    Calling all aspiring cooks (and chefs)

    Donatella Zampoli is an inspiration for everyone who is seriously interested in gastronomy. She comes from that central part of Europe which is a melting pot, not just of nations...

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  • Most people think of the formal, geometric, ordered gardens always described as “Italianate” in the grounds of the classic English country house (Chatsworth has a particularly fine specimen), but it isn't always so.  Have a look at these specimens.

    Gardens of Central Italy

    Most people think of the formal, geometric, ordered gardens always described as “Italianate” in the grounds of the classic English country house (Chatsworth has a particularly fine specimen), but it isn't always so. Have a look at these specimens.

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  • If you love tasting fine wine, but you’re also a fan of architecture and design, then Italian vineyards are a great place to visit. Not only are the wines improving...

    New wineries in Tuscany and elsewhere

    If you love tasting fine wine, but you’re also a fan of architecture and design, then Italian vineyards are a great place to visit. Not only are the wines improving...

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  • On 3 July 2011, Dolce Vita Villas officially celebrates its tenth birthday. We’re going to have a party! But not before we thank our (mainly) loyal customers for choosing us...

    Dolce Vita Villas: 10 years on

    On 3 July 2011, Dolce Vita Villas officially celebrates its tenth birthday. We’re going to have a party! But not before we thank our (mainly) loyal customers for choosing us...

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  • Music and wine, two of life’s greater pleasures. The “Melodia del Vino” Festival combines the very best of classical music with classical Tuscan wines into a single glorious experience, and...

    Melody and wine in Tuscany

    Music and wine, two of life’s greater pleasures. The “Melodia del Vino” Festival combines the very best of classical music with classical Tuscan wines into a single glorious experience, and...

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