Mezzegra home, Lombardy

This lovely 3-bedroom, semi-detached villa forms part of a small residence of very recent construction in Mezzegra with swimming pool and magnificent lake views. The property provides about 100 sqm of accommodation over two floors, as follows: Ground floor: Entrance into open- plan living room with kitchen to view, bedroom, bathroom and covered portico with […]

Mezzegra semi-detached villa, Lombardy

This lovely 3-bedroom, semi-detached villa with spectacular lake views is located in a quiet residential area of Mezzegra, on the western shore of Lake Como and just 75 minutes from Milan airports. The villa, which is built over three floors, provides about 240 sqm of accommodation and includes a large living room with fireplace, kitchen/dining […]

Slow Food in Lombardy

To the northeast of Brescia, in the hinterland of the lakes of Garda, Iseo and Idro, there is a celebration of Slow Food gastronomy. Heather Crombie takes a tour… Think of Brescia and the chances are you will picture the lake resorts of Iseo, Idra and Garda. Holidaymakers the world over are drawn to the […]

Polenta Almond Crumble Cake Recipe

Treat your tastebuds to an unconventional cake, with this sweet and nutty polenta almond crumble cake recipe…  Polenta is perhaps one of the oldest dishes known to Italy. Made originally from any pulse – often a mix of spelt and rye – it was boiled to a thick gruel, with cheese or herbs added when […]

48 hours in Bergamo

Rachael Martin visits Bergamo, one of Italy’s two Capitals of Culture for 2023, a gem of a city in the heart of Lombardy Even as you approach Bergamo and first see it from a distance, you can already sense that you’re in for something special. The name Bergamo – or Bèrghem as the locals call […]

Creamy gorgonzola and walnut risotto

Risotto al gorgonzola e noci cremoso Gorgonzola is a soft cheese with a blue-green mould running through it. It is made in the regions of both Piedmont and Lombardy and is a wonderful all-round cheese – very versatile in the kitchen. It can be served on its own, with just some crusty bread and fruit, […]

48 Hours in Varese

Val Nicastro visits the “Garden City” north of Milan that is, among other things, home to a palace that one Italian poet described as “Little Versailles” With an enchanting old town, unmatched natural beauty and plenty to explore, Varese and its surroundings are one of Lombardy’s best-kept secrets. Only one hour’s drive from Milan and […]