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Christmas in Rome: ride the free festive trams

26 March, 2020
Two special Christmas trams will be running on Rome’s tram network until 6 January; sponsored by Coco cola, the two trams have been decorated with more than 35,000 lights but the really big news is that they are totally free:…

Sanremo song contest 2009: who will win?

26 March, 2020
The Festival of Sanremo, a famous song contest which takes place in the town of Sanremo every year, is one of the most awaited events of the winter/spring season. Bookmakers are offering odds of 5.5/1 for Francesco Renga who won…

Ben Harper in Italy: inspiration from Milan's transport

26 March, 2020
Any debate about multiculturalism or cultural diversity in Italy is less of a discussion about a melting pot, and more of a fear of a complete melt down. In Milan, discussions are particularly contentious, as the city, according to Milanese,…

Tuscany: Salamarzana castle at Fucecchio

26 March, 2020
Tuscany is a treasure trove of old villages and hamlets rich in art and history. So next time you are in Florence, spare the time to visit the small town of Fucecchio, a real jewel in the crown; its main…

Flavio Briatore talks fatherhood

26 March, 2020
Interviewed by Radio Montecarlo, bilionnaire Flavio Briatore talked about his child and the joys of fatherhood (which don’t include changing napkins!) and how much the birth of a child changes things. I’s important - he continued - to find the…

Milan Menswear Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2009: Versace

26 March, 2020
Donatella Versace has recently said that she has been drawing inspiration from Barrack Obama, but somehow we feel that Mr Obama would probably choose something far less luxurious and undoubtedly far more austere. Versace has taken a turn towards a…

Touring Central Italy: Pastena Caves, Lazio

26 March, 2020
Situated in the Ciociaria region, not from Ceprano, the Pastena caves are an impressive karst cave system 2, 200 metres long; the site comprises several sections where visitors can admire amazing stalactites, stalagmites and subterranean streams; the streams can be…

Italian recipes: how to make mushroom risotto

26 March, 2020
This recipe comes just in time for me as I’m attempting to make a mushroom risotto, or risotto ai funghi, this weekend. This is what happens when you meet you Italian mother-in-law - you take home ingredients you would never…

2011 Formula 1 calendar: future to include new Rome race?

26 March, 2020
The 2011 Formula 1 calendar is the biggest for the world racing championship that has been planned so far. It includes 20 events starting in Bahrain in March and finishing in Brazil in November, and future plans are underway that…

New Moon release at 2009 Rome film festival?

26 March, 2020
The new film in the Twilight saga New Moon, could have a Rome Film Festival release, according to reports off the Charlie Bewley fans Facebook page. He apparently has a trip to Rome planned, in occasion of the festival.Parts of…

Easter in Italy: traditions and folklore

26 March, 2020
“Pasqua” or Easter in Italy is a very important festival and holiday for the nation, more so than Christmas, as the church and Italians mark the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.The period before Easter, starting with Carnival to mark…

Vintage Ducati and Keira Knightley for Coco Chanel

26 March, 2020
We’re used to seeing Ducati in red and in motion, but in this video a vintage-look beige Ducati 750 Sport is sat on by Keira Knightley. It’s part of the advertising campaign for Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle perfume. It’s a strange…

Italians in Wimbledon: success so far for the azzurri

26 March, 2020
Italian tennis players have made a good start at Wimbledon in the opening rounds, with four out of five Italians winning their matches. An impressive game especially, came from Andreas Seppi (photo), at number 50 in the world, who beat…

Milan Fashion Week: Moschino Cheap & Chic autumn 2009

26 March, 2020
Here we are with Moschino Cheap & Chic new collection for autumn 2009; once again the key ingredients of the brand are irony and fun! By mixing styles and different materials, Moschino Cheap and Chic has succeeded in creating a…