Canavese is a revelation for travellers who pass through and a true reward for those who choose to explore it slowly. Lying in eastern Piedmont, between Turin and the Aosta Valley, this varied territory embraces alpine valleys, moraine hills, crystal-clear lakes and villages frozen in time. Beyond castles, trails and panoramas, Canavese guards a less obvious yet priceless treasure: its gastronomic soul. Here, food and wine culture is woven into the landscape and everyday life. Every product tells a story of artisan skill, deep attachment to the land and communities that have made quality an identity. Travelling in Canavese also means sitting down at table, stepping into a historic pastry shop or a family-run winery, letting curiosity and taste lead the way. Sweet specialities stand out: Nocciolini di Chivasso – tiny hazelnut meringues perfect with espresso or sparkling wine; the celebrated Torta Novecento of Ivrea, a chocolate-filled icon of Piedmontese pâtisserie; and the Torcetti of Agliè and Castellamonte, butter-rich, yeast-raised biscuits with a crisp crust. From the farming tradition comes Salampatata, a raw sausage of pork and boiled potatoes, while in the alpine valleys cheesemakers craft raw-milk tome d’alpeggio, authentic cheeses that capture the imprint of high-pasture herbs and seasons. The wine chapter is led by two stars: Erbaluce di Caluso DOCG, a refined white that also shines as traditional method sparkling and passito, and noble Carema DOC, a mountain red from Nebbiolo grown on heroic stone terraces. Smaller local labels, artisanal wines and native grapes await discovery right in the cellar. Rounding out the picture are mountain honey, artisan jams, rye bread, biscotti canavesani, alpine-herb grappas and land products such as the Piattella di Cortereggio – a white bean now a Slow Food Presidio – all reflecting the rural intelligence of a region that has made short supply chains a cultural statement. Canavese is not merely crossed: it is savoured, discovered, taken home. It is a land that invites you to slow down, listen to its silences and relish every nuance.

There are more than 1500 lakes along the Italian peninsula and many can be navigated. The largest, known to be a true paradise for yachtsmen, is Lake Garda, on which the Rotta delle Centomiglia (Hundred Miles Route) winds its way, touching all the shores and the most charming villages overlooking the water. It is inspired by the famous lake sailing regatta known as the Centomiglia. But the miles in this case are 120. Watch out for Peler and Ora, the two winds that blow in the morning from the north and in the evening from the south, respectively.

A single cross-border European city: Nova Gorica-Gorizia is the first European Capital of Culture awarded to two cities in two different countries (Slovenia and Italy) that shared the drama of the “short century” and found the strength to overcome borders and build a new future. GO!2025 is a project that challenges the concepts of borders and nationality, proposing collaboration between two cross-border cities and finding added value in their differences. After years of divisions and geopolitical changes that have marked the history of the two cities – on the one hand Nova Gorica, a new city with a modern urban design built in the aftermath of the Second World War, and on the other the ancient Gorizia, a cultural and administrative centre with a Central European history – a project has been created whose soul lies precisely in overcoming barriers, the cornerstone around which the cultural and artistic programme of GO!2025 revolves, with proposals that focus on connection and collaboration, promoting a common identity as a legacy for future generations.

There are many reasons to visit Sciacca. Its Carnival, exciting and full of tradition; the splendid and elegant churches and palaces; the Enchanted Garden, with its mysterious statues; the narrow streets that suddenly open onto stairways decorated with beautiful majolica. But Sciacca is above all maritime essence, and this soul is already expressed in the colourful fishermen's houses overlooking the small port, the small boats moored there, the fish unloaded daily to be sold or cooked fresh. And then, to tell this link with the sea, there is the coral. Yes, coral here has characteristics that are unique in the world because it originates from the meeting of the sea with the land: in the 19th century, due to earthquakes and eruptions, many coral reefs were torn off and deposited on the seabed, forming deposits that, through the action of muds and volcanic gases, became something unique, the famous Mediterranean Rubrum coral.

'Mens sana in corpore sano' said the Romans, perhaps thinking of Ischia and its thermal baths. As the thermal properties of the island were known as far back as the Roman Empire, water and mud were likely already used for creams and cosmetics. Ischia offers various options for those in need of specific cures or treatments or, more simply, for those who have made wellness their philosophy of life. Here then is an itinerary among the colourful thermal gardens, natural springs and the magic of fumaroles. From Molo Beverello in Naples, boarding a ferry or hydrofoil, it takes less than an hour to reach Ischia, an island that from the sea reveals itself as a block of rock and Mediterranean scrub and that contains within itself a microcosm of environments with a character that is anything but homogenous. The climate is mild all year round, the nature lush and untamed, the sea crystal clear, the beaches a dream, the towns picturesque. And if you add to all this the thermal waters, the island's true natural heritage, it is evident why Ischia is at the top of the rankings of favourite destinations for tourists from all over the world.

Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. Boroughs suspended between sea and land, terraces taken as symbols of the sharpest magnificence of the Italian landscape, examples of an aesthetic reality, both natural and man-made, that words really struggle to portray and contain. Eighteen kilometres of beaches, bays and rocky coves are set against a backdrop of mountains that seem to chase the sea. Locations that preserve an extraordinarily rich history, landscape and environment, in which guests and visitors soon gain an awareness of the privilege of arriving in the Cinque Terre, protected by Unesco as a World Heritage Site and by the National Park and Marine Area of the same name. As you walk through these lands, you will follow paths blessed by their own spectacularity and you will discover a nature with a strong soul, and on the famous "via dell'amore" (love road) that passes through them, the first feeling you will experience will be gratitude for the gift of such an unforgettable sight.

Pizzerias, trattorias, farmhouses, taverns and wine bars: Italian cuisine satisfies every palate, even the most difficult.

As a crossroads of peoples and a treasure trove of ancient traditions, the territory is rich in chestnut and holm-oak forests, streams and hamlets overlooking the sea or built on rocks. Here, we find some masterpieces included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998: the magnificent Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, with the archaeological sites of Paestum and Velia and Certosa di Padula. Hidden beaches, small fishing villages, unspoilt nature and rich archaeological evidence make Cilento an irresistibly fascinating destination.

A land of art and nature, Tuscany is also a region of excellent wines and incomparable gastronomy. Peasant cuisine with recipes that have been handed down through generations is combined with highly prized grape varieties with a long history. A trip to its cities of art and villages cannot be said to be complete without a food break. Will you follow us on a tour that combines five typical Tuscan recipes with five regional DOC and DOCG wines?

Lake Garda is a real pearl of northern Italy. In particular, wine lovers, this trip to discover the wines of Lake Garda is designed just for you! The position of this water basin enjoys a mild climate and ideal conditions for the cultivation of quality vineyards. Right here are produced some of the best wines in Italy and worldwide. Rows of vines trace the territory like brushstrokes of an impressionist painting that follow the profile of the hills in the most disparate directions. The heterogeneity of the soils allows for cultivation of conspicuous grape varieties. It is impossible not to find a type of wine that suits your taste! In this article we will discover the main wines of Lake Garda, the territory, and their perfect pairing with local dishes.

The area between Food Valley - in the Emilian provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia and Modena - and Romagna boasts a wealth of excellent PDO and PGI wine and food, as well as typical recipes and dishes that are an integral part of local culture and traditions. Here are five suggestions to experience all this to the full.

The folk wisdom of an ancient people, combined with the millennial knowledge preserved in the many monasteries, has been able to combine taste with an indisputable archaic knowledge of flowers, fruits and aromatic herbs, their properties, their scents and flavours, giving rise to high quality distillates, highly appreciated even outside the region.