Milan and Lake Como
F rom the Duomo, to futuristic skyscrapers. From lake shores to snow-capped mountains. Here are our tips for a weekend in Milan and on the shores of Lake Como. Discover Milan Any visit to Milan is…
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The Val Sanagra Park
Just above the town Menaggio lies the splendid Val Sanagra Park.This magnificent valley, set in the heart of the Lepontine alps, lies in between 300 m and 2000 m altitude. It features the presence…
Traditional cheeses of lombardy
I f, like me, you adore cheese, then Lombardy is the place for you! This region is home to some of Italy's most famous cheeses, which we find every day in our supermarkets, but next to which there…
Italy's 27 most beautiful villages in Lombardy
I n addition to the cities of art, the villages tell of a "tiny" Lombardy, but certainly not a minor one. The 27 we propose are counted among the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy." Surrounded by…
Franciacorta Wine
T he Franciacorta wine was awarded in 1995 the Controlled Designation of Origin label, making it one of the most prestigious local products in the Region. The Franciacorta wine and flavors trail that…
The mantua pumpkin
P umpkin is a key ingredient in Mantua's traditional cuisine. Highly popular for its versatility, it is used as a base for many dishes (such as the delicious pumpkin ravioli). Grown in Brescia's…
The avelli's mystery, the pendula stone and the boulders
Beautiful but long walk (about 15 Km) with extraordinary landscapes on Lake Como, between historical and geological treasures. The route starts at Brunate that we reach via the funicular and…
Lemons of Garda
T he lemons of Garda have a centuries-long history as traditional local products in this particular corner of the country. Lemons were brought from the Ligur Riviera to the shores of Lake Garda in…
5 Thing-to-do in Bellano
B ellano is a small town on the eastern shore of Lake Como, close between the rocks of Grigne and the water of Lario, crossed also by the cold Pioverna. This one has created, during the times, a…
Taleggio
T he origins of the term Taleggio go way back in time. The most likely theory is that it originates from the Latin word Tilietulum, indicating a small lime tree, which grows wild in the valley. Over…
