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The Barrista’s Bible – Espresso Coffee 2013: Tools, Techniques and Theory
1996 edition comments Excellent resource for coffee professionals and beginners. Most Practical Espresso book in the Market What a fantastic book for the experienced and
The Best Luxury Hotels in Milan
Maybe you are planning a long weekend or even planning to spend a week in Milan shopping to your hearts content. If so, then here
The Ten Most Amazing Hotels in Italy
What are the most amazing hotels in Italy? More importantly, where are they? I asked Italy Chronicles readers via @newsfromitaly on Twitter and with their responses,
Berlusconi Needs More Party Money
Poor old Silvio Berlusconi. His Forza Italia party got a drubbing in the recent European elections and, on top of this, his personal party is
The Top Ten Mid-Range Family Friendly Hotels in Milan, Italy – May 2014
With every year that passes, Italy’s northern city is becoming ever more popular as a tourist destination. This also means lots of visitors are sampling
The Best Luxury Hotels in Milan
Maybe you are planning a long weekend or even planning
The Ten Most Amazing Hotels in Italy
What are the most amazing hotels in Italy? More importantly,
Berlusconi Needs More Party Money
Poor old Silvio Berlusconi. His Forza Italia party got a
The Top Ten Mid-Range Family Friendly Hotels in Milan, Italy – May 2014
With every year that passes, Italy’s northern city is becoming
Italy
End – a short story
Jake put the book he had just been flicking nostalgically through down. How things had changed he thought. He had been looking through one of those large so called coffee table books containing few words, but many large glossy photographs.
Interesting Italian Drinks – If You Can Find Them
You’ve been to Italy, either on vacation or on business and you’ve tried an interesting new drink here – and I’m not talking wine – you even made a note of the name on your iPhone or Blackberry. Maybe you photographed the bottle with your mobile phone camera.
You Need an Awesome Italian Restaurant Menu Guide
Part of the experience of visiting Italy is discovering the nation’s incredibly rich cuisine. The trouble is when confronted with a Italian restaurant menu in
Pedestrian ideas and dog poo
I 've already gone on about Italian driving in another post, in which I expressed the opinion that they were not as bad as they
Cinque Terre: Italy’s Beautiful Coastal Destination
Cinque Terre, Italy’s beautiful coastal destination, is a picturesque region known for its stunning landscapes, colorful villages, and rich cultural heritage. Situated along the rugged
China to Take Over Management of Rome
After snapping up Italian tire maker Pirelli’s know-how and technology, China’s shopping spree in Italy continues. Indeed, details emerged today that China is to take over the
Befana
It is 'Befana' day today here in Italy. Befana, or
Italy’s New President Tells Off Italy’s Politicians
This post is a look at recent events which led
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The Admirable Admiral’s Villa in Taormina
If you know your history pretty well, you may be aware that one of England’s most celebrated Admirals possessed a rather charming villa in the scenic Sicilian town of Taormina.
House For Sale near Milan
Gaetano Salvo, friend and Blog from Italy researcher wants to sell his house. For those who might be interested, or may know of someone or
How to Find Property for Rent in Italy
Maybe you are coming to Italy to work or study here for a while, in which case, you’ll need somewhere to live. If that’s the
House For Sale near Milan
Gaetano Salvo, friend and Blog from Italy researcher wants to sell his house. For those who might be interested, or may know of someone or
How to Find Property for Rent in Italy
Maybe you are coming to Italy to work or study here for a while, in which case, you’ll need somewhere to live. If that’s the
Places to stay in Italy
Hunting Expat Bed and Breakfasts
There are now twelve posts about expat run bed and breakfasts on Blog from Italy. I’m hoping to add more in 2009, but finding these bed and breakfasts on line is not all that easy and the Italian Tourist Board does not seem to be helping matters either.
Villa Miller Bed and Breakfast, Puglia, Italy
Located well off the main road in the depths of the Puglia countryside, Villa Miller the only sounds which disturb guests are those of the crickets and the ringing of the bells worn by the areas cow and sheep population.
Bella Baita Bed and Breakfast, Piedmont, Italy
Looking for a unique “off the beaten path”, homey accommodation offering a balance between complete independence and being a part of the family?
Casa Villatalla B&B, Liguria
By far the most important members of the Casa Villatalla household are Nellie (an elderly but loveable chocolate Labrador), Bonnie, a fluffy and rather scatty American Spaniel, and Pickle, aneccentric cat who walks like John Wayne.
Bella Baita Bed and Breakfast, Piedmont, Italy
Looking for a unique “off the beaten path”, homey accommodation offering a balance between complete independence and being a part of the family?