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Missoni in Milan, A guide to Italian Literature and Renaissance Women

May 24th, 2013

An incredible installation by fashion house Missoni in Milan. An Italian reading list. A fascinating read about women in the Renaissance.

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Italy Hotline Reads: Naples Edition

May 22nd, 2013

  Naples is one of Italy Hotline’s favorite destinations.  We are not alone in loving this dramatic destination. Wander the alleys of Naples and discover the artisans practicing their craft from glove makers to tailors.

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Italy Hotline Reads: The Food Edition

May 20th, 2013

A great round-up of some of the best Italian food bloggers. A visit to one of Italy Hotline’s favorite trattorias in Rome. Traditions and recipes from the Umbrian countryside.

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An Italian Farm, Barolo Wine and a Special Museum Visit in Venice

May 17th, 2013

How to farm in the Italian countryside. The ephemeral smell of violets in Barolo wine. An opportunity for a behind the scenes look at ancient textiles in Venice.  

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Italy Hotline Reads: Siena Edition

May 15th, 2013

For the month of May,  the Palazzo Chigi Saracini, which is home to L’Accademia Musicale Chigiana di Siena is open to visitors for guided visits. A rare chance to see the works of Caravaggio in the Siena Duomo. A beautiful look at the Siena Palio.

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Visit an Italian Castle, An Ancient Venetian Tradition, Tasting Olive Oil

May 13th, 2013

Olive oil has been described as ‘Liquid Gold ” and here you can see why! A virtual visit to an Italian castle. Since the year 1000, Venetians have been celebrating the city’s marriage to the sea. Do you know how to taste olive oil?  

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A Princess & a Castle in Naples, History in the making in Vatican City and the Best of Food in Rome

May 10th, 2013

  A fascinating piece of Naples history. It is a historic and unprecedented time in Vatican City Don’t watch this if you are hungry!      

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An Old School Pastry Shop, Audrey Hepburn’s Roman Life and It’s Vespa’s Birthday!

May 8th, 2013

  Visit an old school pastry shop in the Umbrian town of Orvieto. A touching look at Audrey Hepburn Roman life. The iconic Vespa scooter is celebrating a birthday.  

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A Neapolitan Coffee Tradition, A Favorite Picture and Flavors of Friuli

May 6th, 2013

Throughout Europe this Neapolitan coffee tradition is taking hold. A look behind the scenes at one of Italy Hotline’s favorite pictures.  Explore the flavors of Friuli.  

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Italy Hotline Reads: Tuscany Edition

May 3rd, 2013

How a chef celebrates spring in Tuscany. Off the beaten path tips near Florence. Leonardo DaVinci’s notebooks are now online.    

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