17.03.2025
Villa Taranto: Botanical garden at Lago Maggiore
On the shores of Lago Maggiore, near Verbania, is Villa Taranto. Although the name evokes a lavish mansion, the real treasure is its extensive garden, created in the first half of the 20th century by Scottish captain Neil Boyd Watson McEacharn.
Villa Taranto is located in Verbania, easily reached by boat from nearby...
23.10.2024
Panna cotta
Panna cotta - a soft, velvety dessert that transports you to the sun-drenched landscapes of Italy at the first bite. Although it may seem like a gourmet dessert, its origins lie in Italian home cooking, where it is made with simple ingredients. What is panna cotta, where does it come from and how do you make it at home?...
25.09.2024
Hazelnuts from Piedmont
Hazelnuts are a popular delicacy all over the world, but if you're looking for real quality, your search should be directed to the Piedmont region of Italy.
This northwestern region, known for its excellent wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco, is one of the one of the most important hazelnut growing regions in the...
17.08.2024
Gianduiotto
Gianduiotto is a typical Italian chocolate that comes from the Piedmont region of northern Italy. This delicacy is known for its unique shape, which resembles an upturned boat, and its rich, delicate flavour that combines chocolate and hazelnuts.
Gianduiotto was created in the 19th century during the Napoleonic Wars.
12.08.2024
Turin, a city with French features
The capital of the Piedmont region is Turin (Torino), located in the northern part of Italy. It is close to France and it is not surprising that some French features are evident here. It's possible to have one foot in Italy and one foot in France, spend a few days in Turin, see all the sights, sample some delicious...
29.05.2024
Italian wines - Piemonte: Home of Barola and Barberesca
Piedmont, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most important wine regions in the country. It is particularly known for its production of high quality red wines, especially of the Nebbiolo variety. The region boasts a varied landscape of fertile valleys and hilly terrain, providing ideal conditions for...
