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Situated on the eastern slopes of the Apennine Mountains and along the Adriatic coast, the region of Le Marche is known for its beautiful hilly landscape. But despite its rich cultural and scenic beauty, Le Marche remains below the Italian …

When I was a kid, my mother used to make salame dolce quite often: it was usually filled with homemade jam or Nutella, and just a dusting of icing sugar to make it prettier. It was, hands down, one of …

You only need to mention pesto to get your taste buds into a frenzy: fresh and creamy, tangy and aromatic, we all automatically think about the green stuff, pesto alla genovese. Mother of all sauces, it is the symbol of …

As Columbus Day was celebrated this year in the United States, on the other side of the Atlantic, a new and highly charged debate over Christopher Columbus’ nationality reignited between Spain and Italy. The catalyst for this renewed controversy was …

The discovery of a 17,000-year-old skeleton in Grotta delle Mura, near Monopoli in Puglia, offered new insights into the genetic history of early human populations in southern Italy. The child, who died at just 16 months of age, is one …

The Isole Tremiti, located in the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Puglia, are an enchanting archipelago known for their pristine beauty and rich history. Comprising five islands – San Domino, San Nicola, Capraia, Cretaccio, and Pianosa – they offer …

Italy’s Regina Viarum (the “Queen of Roads”), the Via Appia, was officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India. This prestigious acknowledgment is a milestone for Italy, …

Valentina Martelli, a recognized Italian-American journalist and producer, is an inspiring force in the international media landscape. Featured in Forbes for her work in connecting Italian and American entertainment, Martelli has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit by founding the ITTV International …

When it comes to iconic Italian pastries, the cannoncino may not receive the same international fame as its southern cousin, the Sicilian cannolo, but it is no less deserving of recognition. This delicate, cream-filled puff pastry treat, original to the …

There are many things to love about fall. Perhaps most notably this year, it’s the relief from the excruciating heat that gripped Italy over the past few months. But beyond the cooler weather, fall brings with it a sense of …