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More Italian restaurants awarded Michelin stars

November 5, 2024November 5, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Michelin Guide for 2025, unveiled in Modena, has awarded stars to 33 new restaurants, marking the 70th edition of the prestigious culinary guide.

Acient Pompeii small house has high-level frescoes

October 27, 2024October 27, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A recent discovery in Pompeii reveals a small house intricately decorated with vivid erotic frescoes. Dubbed the House of Phaedra, after the mythical queen of Athens, this residence provides new insights into Pompeii’s architectural styles and the residents’ appreciation for sensual art during the first century AD. The frescoes include striking depictions, such as one […]

Florence Museum Staff to Strike Over Contract Dispute

October 26, 2024October 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Staff at Florence’s Uffizi Gallery and other Tuscan museums have announced a strike set for 5th November, following unresolved issues over employment contracts.

Vittorio Sgarbi who may face trial over art forgery Merulana vía Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sgarbi faces potential trial

October 25, 2024October 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Former culture undersecretary and noted art critic Vittorio Sgarbi faces a potential trial. It follows an investigation into a painting alleged to have been stolen, then altered to conceal its origins, as reported by il Fatto Quotidiano.

On this day: La Festa di San Luca

October 18, 2024October 18, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Feast Day of St. Luke the Evangelist, known as La Festa di San Luca, is celebrated every year on this day in Padua and across Italy.

On this day in history: ballerina Pierina Legnani born

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pierina Legnani, born on 30th September 1863, in Milan, is remembered as one of the most influential figures in ballet history. Her legacy as a prima ballerina assoluta – a rare title bestowed only on the most exceptional dancers – reflects her extraordinary talent, grace, and profound dedication to the art form.

Picasso painting discovered on Capri authenticated

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An alleged Pablo Picasso painting, discovered in a villa on the island of Capri 50 years ago, has now been confirmed as an authentic work, according to a report by Il Giorno on Monday.

Caffè Confetteria Abrate, Turin one of the locations taking part in the National Day of Historic Places

5th October: National Day of Historic Places

September 29, 2024September 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Saturday 5th October, Italy will once again celebrate the National Day of Historic Places with a series of special events, guided tours, and tastings across restaurants, hotels, and cafés that have played a vital role in shaping the country’s history and culture.

On this day in history: actor Marcello Mastroianni born

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 28th September, 1924, Marcello Mastroianni would go on to become one of the most celebrated actors in Italian cinema.

Roberto Saviano tells Salvini, shame on you at defamation trial

On this day in history: birth of author Roberto Saviano

September 22, 2024September 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 22nd September 1979, in Naples, Roberto Saviano is one of Italy’s most renowned and controversial authors. Saviano has become a global figure for his unflinching exposés of organised crime, particularly the Neapolitan Camorra.