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Christmas dried fruit and nuts: walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, figs and dates

From walnuts to almonds, from hazelnuts to dates, baskets full of nuts and dried fruit are present in every Italian home at Christmastime.

Tuscan Christmas: panforte and ricciarelli

Panforte and ricciarelli represent the traditional Tuscan Christmas treats. Both the desserts are popular throughout the country, even if their fame is inextricably linked to the city of Siena. Here is the history.

Mostaccioli and panpepato, the typical Christmas desserts of central Italy

Two unmissable treats at Christmastime in central Italy, mostaccioli and panpepato vary according to regional cuisines. Here are their recipes.

Tenuta Travaglino in Calvignano since 1868

A medieval monastery transformed into a manor house in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese: here is the history and project of Tenuta Travaglino winery.

Vegan Christmas: cruelty free holiday menu

All that matters, after all, is sharing Christmas with the people we love. So why not revisit tradition and create a dinner suitable for everyone? Here is our vegan menu for the Christmas holidays.

Seasonal fruit and vegetables of December: what produce to buy

It's finally here, December. The Christmas holidays are no longer a mirage and we're starting to think of family meals. Of course, with seasonal products: here they are.

Rare Wines. Franciacorta to the rhythm of pinot nero

Two signature Blanc de Noirs, fruit of great grapes and a very long ageing in the bottle: Franciacorta Extra Brut Pietro Camossi Riserva 2011 by Dario and Claudio Camossi and Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero 2013 by Maurizio Rossi

Candied orange peel, the Italian Christmas treat

Candied orange peels are one of the typical Christmas delights: chocolate dipped or pure, they can be a delicious snack as well as added to cakes.

Slow breakfast. History of Greek yogurt, porridge and French toast

There’s nothing better than a filling and delicious porridge to start the day. Here are three tasty ideas for your breakfast.

Christmas biscuits: 3 recipes to try out

From central to southern Italy, biscuits are the stars in many recipes at Christmastime. Here are three traditional recipes.
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