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What do sommeliers drink at Christmas?

Ahead of the big day next week, we asked wine experts from some of the Top Italian Restaurants around the world which bottles they will be opening to celebrate with.

Io Saturnalia! How to celebrate the festive season like an Ancient Roman

Celebrated from 17 to 23 December, the Ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia featured the giving of gifts, feasting on roasted meats, and the copious consumption of alcohol – all features of another winter festival we celebrate in the modern day.

The UNESCO effect: tourism is growing, but there is a risk of losing identity

Between the Prosecco Hills and the wine-growing landscapes of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, tourist numbers and employment have undoubtedly grown. But the issues of overtourism, training and prices remain, reports Gianluca Atzeni.

2025 was the year of Trump's tariffs – will 2026 be better for Italian wine in the US?

Thanks to decisions made in the White House, this year has been one of great uncertainty for European wine in the US market, but Charles Lazzara of Italian wine specialist Volio Imports tells Louis Thomas of his belief that "we...

Where is English sparkling wine going?

From regional PDOs to international exports, Louis Thomas looks at how traditional method sparkling wine from England is carving out a space for itself in the world.

Meet London's panettone maestro

La Bottega del Pane in South London is the brainchild of Rocco Tanzarella. Paying a visit to SW19, Louis Thomas discovers how this photographer-turned-baker has become one of the UK's few custodians of artisanal panettone.

What does it take to feed the Italian rugby team?

After Italy's recent strong performances at the Autumn Internationals, beating Australia and Chile, Louis Thomas finds out what is fuelling the country's rugby union team's success.

Six of Brussels' best Italian restaurants

A multifaceted city, made up of coexisting cultures that over the years have fuelled a surprisingly vibrant gastronomic scene. Among them, Italy plays a central role, with an increasingly contemporary presence. This mini guide by Giulia Salis brings together six...

Eataly anticipates bumper Christmas for global panettone sales

Andrea Cipolloni, group CEO of Eataly, speaks with Louis Thomas about some of the global buying habits the Italian food hall chain expects to see this festive season.

'Italian wine has infinite potential in Africa'

Ahead of Gambero Rosso bringing the Top Italian Wines Roadshow to Lagos and Nairobi in January, Victoria Mulu-Munywoki, a sommelier, wine judge and consultant based in Kenya, offers her insight on these African markets and shares what Italian producers can...
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