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Why coffee and lemon is a classic combination worth trying

At the Gran Caffè in Giugliano, customers come from all over Campania to taste a recipe that combines espresso with Sorrento lemons — a drink that has become a symbol of an old-school craft.

Trebbiano Spoletino changes colour

The Consorzio Vini Montefalco is introducing a number of changes, including the expansion of production area, adding 'Umbria' to labels, and scrapping mentions of 'bianco'.

What you need to know about Italy's new decree on dealcoholised wine

It has been signed after months of waiting and pressure from trade associations, which had been calling for clear rules on excise duties, authorisations and production.

Gambero Rosso's global Feast of the Seven Fishes

Every Christmas Eve has its ritual, and the 'Festa dei Sette Pesci', or 'Feast of the Seven Fishes', is no exception. To mark tomorrow's celebrations, here are seven exceptional seafood dishes from some of the Top Italian Restaurants we have...

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.
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