
Caffè Corretto
Joe Gartman discovers that his morning coffee may require a little lift. Discover more about the history and process of making grappa today! Images by Patricia Gartman The swift Brenta River flows through Bassano More...

Where to get the best coffees in Rome
Espresso lovers can never go wrong in Rome. Your coffee will probably be excellent in most of the bars you find. Caffè Sciascia Yet, according to locals, if you want to drink the best in the city you have More...

This Week’s #ItaliaIcon – The Moka Pot
The ‘Moka Express’, as the makers call it, or la machinetta as it is commonly known, has been a fixture in Italian kitchens since the 1950s… Originally designed in 1933, at a time when many Italians were having More...

At-Home Coffee Machine: Which is Best?
The Marketing Manager at De’Longhi UK explains which sorts of coffee machines are the best for the home… Q. There are now many different types of coffee machines for the home. You can use capsules, More...

Espresso Machines Review: Italia!’s Top Picks
There is nothing more indicative of true Italian life than the fondness for espresso – so this month we test seven of the best coffee machines on the market… Conjure up the flavours of Italy and somewhere More...

Arabica versus Robusta: Coffee Beans Explained
The Marketing Manager of De’Longhi UK explains the difference between the main coffee beans, and which one is best… A ROBUST ARGUMENT Q. There has been much debate as to which type of coffee is the More...