Turin, Italy

For reasons as to me unclear, many people I know here in Milan deride Turin. This just makes me want to visit Fiat city even more.

Water and Light

Not sure just where this is, but it is definitely in Italy somewhere.

Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, Bergamo

That the Roman Catholic Church paid a fundamental role in the evolution of Italy can be seen from the often opulent decoration of the churches which litter this country.

Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo, Italy

Abruzzo is possibly not the most well known of Italian regions. When you see images of the area though, you start to wonder just why it is not up there with the likes of Tuscany.

Corruption and Extortion in Italian

Those of you who are not Italian, but read Italian newspapers, will often come across the words ‘corruzione’ and ‘concussione’. Do you know what ‘concussione’ means?

Sweet Italy

This week’s Food and Wine Friday post is dedicated to sweet Italy by way of a selection of colourful images of a some delightful looking candied fruits, and carrots, that I found waiting to be bought and devoured, or simply displayed.

Alitalia the Zombie Airline

A bit like some recalcitrant zombie, Alitalia just will not lie down and die. The stuttering saga of Italy’s national airline wobbles on, and does not appear to be coming to an end.