Cannaregio apartment, Veneto

Cannaregio apartment to buy, Venice

Venice. Charming two-bedroom apartment set in the district of Cannaregio, the largest sestiere (district) of the city. The apartment is set on the ground floor (with no risk of flooding) and is composed of entrance, sitting room, kitchenette, master bedroom, single bedroom and bathroom. The apartment has its own independent entrance from the street. It […]

Giudecca apartment, Veneto

Giudecca island apartment to buy, Venice

Venice. Beautiful one-bedroom apartment set in a charming and stylish new development on the Venetian island of Giudecca. The island is a wonderful spot, far from the crowds of tourists yet enjoying breathtaking views over the whole of Venice. All amenities (typical small restaurants and shops) are available and the main bus and train stations […]

Italia! issue 169 is on sale now!

Italia! issue 169 Christmas 2018

It’s that time of year again… Italia!‘s Christmas issue is here! Celebrating all aspects of Natale across Italy, it’s sure to get you in the mood for seasonal festivities wherever you’re spending Christmas this year… From festive fun in Milan and Turin to an exploration of the fascinating Krampus tradition, we’ve got lots of great […]

Tastes of Italy on test

If you’re seeking some authentic flavours to pep up your favourite recipes, try some of these quintessentially Italian store cupboard spices and condiments For some, a plate of food is nothing without lashings of ketchup or mustard, for others the secret is all in the mix of ingredients with an added pinch or two of […]

Spinach lasagne

Spinach lasagne

Green spinach pasta is probably the most popular and widely used flavoured pasta and this lasagne from Mario Matassa is a great way to showcase its charms… Spinach (spinaci) is one of the best-loved of all Italian vegetables and finds its way into many different dishes. Part of the reason for its popularity is its […]

Cuttlefish tagliatelle with spicy squid sauce

Cuttlefish ink-flavoured tagliatelle with spicy squid sauce

Cuttlefish is very popular in Italian cuisine and its ink can be bought in small packets in supermarkets or Italian speciality stores – here’s a great recipe to showcase its flavour Cuttlefish (seppia) is very popular in Italian cuisine. In the past the ink sac of the cuttlefish was used by artists, thereby giving its […]

Chocolate pappardelle with wild boar ragù

Chocolate-flavoured pappardelle with wild boar ragù

Love pasta? Adore chocolate? It turns out that the two can be deliciously combined – Mario Matassa shows us how in this meaty recipe that’s bursting with flavour Serves 4 Preparation time 50 minutes, plus resting Cooking time 2 hours 45 minutes Cinghiale (wild boar) is one of the most prized meats in Italian cuisine, and every time it […]

Basic egg pasta

Basic egg pasta

Make your own pasta all’uovo – egg pasta – with Mario Matassa’s recipe. It’s the ideal starting point for cooking numerous delicious pasta dishes… Knowing how to make fresh pasta is a basic survival skill in Italy. There’s no place in an Italian kitchen for anyone who does not know how to make pasta – […]

Tomato spaghetti with tomato and mozzarella sauce

Tomato-flavoured spaghetti with tomato and mozzarella sauce

Give pasta a glorious colour and add a Mediterranean kick to the flavour using tomato purée… Mario Matassa’s spaghetti recipe shows you how! It should come as no surprise to hear that we Italians eat more pasta than any other nation in the world. The International Pasta Organization estimated that Italians eat on average 28kg […]

Italia! Guide – The Grand Tour 2018 on sale now

This excellent Grand Tour 132-page travel guide from the publishers of Italia! magazine is packed with expert travel know-how, stunning imagery and itineraries to help make the most of your next trip to Italy – whether you are planning a short break or a longer getaway to this captivating country.   This glossy guide takes […]