Local legends maintain that Sangiovese, one of Italy’s best loved red wines, can trace its origins to Santarcangelo di Romagna, and many experts agree. The position of Santarcangelo’s medieval centre is 10km inland from Rimini on the Colle Giove hill – named after the ancient god Jove. This led, it seems, to the wine being […]
From sun, sea and sand to clubs, parties and theme-parks to history, style and serenity, Rimini offers every pleasure. Fleur Kinson thinks it might be the happiest place in the world… Beach babylon. Nightclubbing mecca. Hedonist’s paradise. You wouldn’t expect to rock up to such a place on a humble bicycle, but that’s how I […]
Planning to explore Rimini? Here’s all the top tips from where to dine, where to stay and what to see and do! WHAT TO SEE AND DO ➤ THE BEACH Rimini’s prime attraction is its nine miles of sand. In the summer you’ll wander agog past endless rows of colourful sun umbrellas, uninhibited sun-bathers, and […]
The delight of eating at a local trattoria is being among real Italians and eating seasonal, traditional food. Mario Matassa shares his favourite establishment with us, and goes behind the scenes of this Italian Restaurant… The local trattoria in Italy is a theatre, a daily stage show where hundreds of life’s mini dramas are eagerly […]