Articles, tagged with "region of italy", page 4

Sicily holidays

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, is a independent region of Italy. It is popular for its amazing natural beauty which draws a lot of guests worldwide. This beautiful landscape scenery is gracefully seen on the tip of Italy"s toe and as... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

Nebbiolo Wine Comes from Grapes That Thrive in Fog

Dating back to the days of the Roman Empire, the Nebbiolo grape is one of the main grapes harvested in the vineyards of the Piedmont region of Italy. Records show that it was used in making the wines enjoyed by those at the Castle of Rovoli in the 13th ce... Read >
Author: Sarah Martin

Malta dreams

Malta is a magnificent patch of earth to the south of Sicily (the southern region of Italy). The distance between Valletta (the capital city) and the closest point in Sicily (Pozzallo) is almost 55 Miles. Located in the middle of the Mediterranean sea, t... Read >
Author: frankenstein

Hints And Tips For Buying Wine At Christmas

This is the time of year when people are looking to stock up on wines for the festive season, but with a bewildering array of wines to choose from on the supermarket shelves and in independent stores, what should we be buying? There are also lots of speci... Read >
Author: kristianphllps

The History of Pizza and Focaccia

The word Focaccia is derived from the Latin word "focus", or hearth, and is the precursor of Pizza as known today. Pizza is a derivation from flat bread that has been prepared since antiquity in different forms and garnished with various herbs, olives, ra... Read >
Author: James Murray

If You Like Chianti, Then You’ll be a Fan of Sangiovese

The Sangiovese grape comes from the Tuscany region of Italy and is the grape used in making Chianti wines. Wines made from this grape have a fruity strawberry taste when they are first produced, but as the wine ages they take on an oak flavour from the oa... Read >
Author: Sarah Martin

Pinot Grigio Wine from the Pinot Gris Grape

Pinot Grigio is the Italian name for Pinot Gris wine. This wine is made from grapes that range in color from bluish gray to pinkish gray which is where they get their name. In fact, clusters of grapes on the same vine can be of different colors. The g... Read >
Author: Sarah Martin

Non-Touristic Sorrento

Sorrento is a small but perfectly formed town in the picturesque Campania region of Italy. Set above the bay of Naples, it's perfectly situated, near to the grungy city of Naples, the beatific island of Capri, and the fascinating ruins at Pompeii. Set... Read >
Author: Paul Scottyn

Perfect Wines For The Late Summer

In the depths of summer, with it's sweltering heat and heavy air, does something to a wine drinker's palate. We no longer crave a tannic rich Cabernet, for example. They tend to make us warm. During the hot months, wine drinkers tend to crave wines high i... Read >
Author: MS Hutchins

THE ROMAGNA SUBREGION : TOUR OF ITALY

If you are hankering for a Europe destination, you should really consider the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. Emilia-Romagna may be the only region of Italy that is named for a road, one constructed by the Ancient Romans almost 2200 years ago. Th... Read >
Author: Tasha Fayee

A RAPID TOUR OF ITALY

If you are looking for a European tourist destination, consider the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It may be the only region of Italy named for a road, one constructed by the Ancient Romans almost 2200 years ago. This article describes the Romag... Read >
Author: Ravii Kumarr

Learn Italian in Italy and visit the most impressive lakes of the region

Travelling abroad is a great experience to immerse into different cultures and landscapes. Learn Italian in Italy and discover unique settings. Encounter the majestic Alps and the numerous rivers and lakes that crisscross the entire nation as you learn It... Read >
Author: EasyGO Languages

Smeg Appliances - a Famous Italian Brand

Smeg is a brand we have come to accept in the UK over the last 3 decades, but its history goes back much further than that. In fact Smeg is one of the oldest brands available on the market today, and stays true to its Italian roots. The reason most of ... Read >
Author: braegheneffe

A Quick Tour Of Italy - The Romagna Subregion

If you are planning a tour of Europe destination, you should consider the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. Emilia-Romagna may be the only region of Italy that is named for a road, one constructed by the Ancient Romans almost 2200 years ago. This a... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss

A Rapid Tour Of Italy - The Romagna Subregion

If you are hankering for a Europe destination, you should really consider the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. Emilia-Romagna may be the only region of Italy that is named for a road, one constructed by the Ancient Romans almost 2200 years ago. Th... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss

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