Renaissance

Culture

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 03/11/2011 - 09:58

'Venus and Cupid' by Lorenzo LottoA comprehensive collection of work by Italian Renaissance artist Lorenzo Lotto (1480-1556) is currently on display in Rome…

Culture

David in Danger Due to Delicate Ankles

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 03/04/2011 - 04:12

Michelangelo’s most famous sculpture, the statue of David, could be at risk of collapse due to a new modern convenience. A high-speed tunnel is scheduled to be…

Culture

Modenantiquaria Antique Fair Opens

by Natalie Aldern | Tue, 02/15/2011 - 03:55

Modenantiquaria, the world-renowned antique fair has returned to Modena for its 25th exhibition. The annual exposition amasses unique art and curious artifacts…

Culture

Michelangelo Takes a Trip Around the World

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 01/20/2011 - 04:16

The original "Madonna della Scala"Art lovers around the globe will soon have the chance to see works by one of Italy’s most celebrated masters. A new…

Food & Drink

Three of the Best ... Italian Ice Cream Parlours

by Carla Passino | Tue, 05/26/2009 - 12:02

Picture by Lotus HeadArab or Italian? The history of ice cream is wrapped in the mist of times - even the Bible makes reference to a drink made of milk and…

Travel

Three of the Best Small Historic Towns in Italy

by Carla Passino | Thu, 02/05/2009 - 04:13

Italy’s turbulent history has given it many historic towns of great architectural interest. We discover three small but perfectly formed ones: Gradisca d’…

Culture

Three of the Best Winter Art Exhibitions

by Carla Passino | Thu, 01/29/2009 - 04:07

This is a mouth-watering winter for Italy-bound art lovers. The season’s calendar is packed full with interesting events covering all the most important eras…

Travel

Three of the Best Italian Mountain Borghi

by Carla Passino | Fri, 11/07/2008 - 04:57

Brick walls broken up by powerful towers hug a tidy network of streets linked by austere brick houses. Earth-hued buildings with soaring porticoes, perfect…