youtu.be/2RWpNzsHqaA?... Interestingly, we never got the call to go join the bloggers when the concept opened. As they always say, location, location, location.

#OVERHEARD "The ancient Antinori Florentine family once mingled with the Medici. Now it is commissioning artworks again. They are collectors as well as patrons and custodians. www.deliciousitaly.com/tuscany-itin...

#OVERHEARD "The ancient Antinori Florentine family once mingled with the Medicis. Now it is commissioning artworks again"

If you bought this weekend's FT Weekend you may have read about the Valley of the Apples (otherwise known as the Val di Non). Why. Because cider from the valley is now being aimed at everyone's lips. Think of it like an alternative to a spritz, an aperitivo. 🍏 Ask for a Sidro Alpino.

Back in the recent past, when the world had to stay at home, we self published this recipe book. We also doubled up on a follow up related to Abruzzo. If there is enough interest out there, we'll update them and make them available again. 🇮🇹

It's the end of the world as we know it. 🫣

Did you receive our newsletter of yesterday? If so, a whole new hobby is awaiting you. #lace

Preparations for the Festa della Repubblica 2026 on 2 June have turned our clouds green and red, as well as white!

www.museoetru.it/en The ETRU is one of Rome's best now. And very easy to get to by tram from the centre of town and the Vatican.

The inventor of Crodino passed away early this weekend. Do you remember some of the classic ads? youtu.be/Se9V0JEHxIs?...

The fifth and first batch of Lost #Cinemas in #Rome. In this particular location I watched Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ.

The fourth of our lost #cinemas in #Rome. Let's get to five and see where we can take this.

The third of our lost #cinemas in #Rome. This is/was the closest to Deliciousitaly Towers. The period of COVID shut up for good.

The second of our lost cinemas in Rome.

We are starting a list of lost Rome cinemas. Some are just empty, some are supermarkets, some were theatres and many more ... who knows 🎥🍿. When we post a pic, we'll let you know.

Look out for the 29th GRAN PARADISO FILM FESTIVAL from the 27th July to 9th August 2026, taking in Cogne and the surrounding valleys. The theme this is 'animals'. www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNRa...

www.lagazzettadelmezzogiorno.it/gallery/curi... Competition can only be good for business. Or no.

The Festival of Minor Tourism takes place from 24-26 May Massa Martana, Umbria. It is called Viaticus. If you want to go, you have to sign up online. Expect short tours, thematic debating panels and prize giving. www.viaticusfestival.it

Still not picnic weather. A bit of rain and sun needed.

youtube.com/shorts/5hvt2... You may not understand everything, but this so refreshing compared to the usual 'hi guys' look at me treatment.

Our booklet "GusTour Sport Outdoor" (by Conad) recommends this week the Green Train of Sardinia. There is a choice of 5 itineraries. Woods, bridges, valleys and villages guaranteed. 🚃 Today's patron Saint is Alfio meaning 'white' from the Latin 'Alfius'. Famous Alfie's in history?

Made in Abruzzo.

youtu.be/vZBROcDbw44?... What a place and what a guide. Fortunately, we have visited Aquileia.

www.fiastrapalooza.it, the outdoor lake festival will take place from 26-28 June. Fiastra of course is in Le Marche. And also boasts a very fine abbey.

attivati.wwf.it/grazie-la-tu... A signature to the Italian Government to stop the introduction of softer regulations related to the hunting of wildlife.

More Roman Extra Virgin Olive Oil fun from last week.

deliciousitaly.substack.com/p/the-extra-... Our latest day out 🫒

www.montelagocelticfestival.it/pages/accade... Do click, the website is very informative and colourful.

deliciousitaly.substack.com/p/saint-george Fun facts about a man who became Saint George.

We only walk in if there's a blackboard leaning against the door. #trattoria #pranzo

Happy Birthday Roma.

A first look at the Trevi Fountain after a new pay per use system was introduced together with an Alton Towers queueing system. 🚾🚻

Which Italian city is your sugar favourite?

There's very little better than a warm and sunny morning in Testaccio. And indeed, I can confirm that it really was a warm and sunny morning in Testaccio. 🌞

Uncovered Rome. A trailer which leaves a lot to desire. But maybe that's the point.

There is a great similarity between #Cornwall and #Italy. Both in shape, climate and natural beauty.

Which came first? Sarni or the sarnie 🥪. But more importantly. When.

Turn to your preferred online translator and read attentively this article. Above all, to realise how cynical and parasitic UNESCO is as an organisation. www.panorama.it/lifestyle/cu...

Io Cerealia! #OnThisDay, the Romans celebrated the seven-day festival in honour of the goddess Ceres, which began with games and theatrical performances (ludi circenses / ludi scaenici) held in the Circus Maximus.

If you like art, and want a definitive reference of related events across Italy, then this is your best bookmark. www.artribune.com/calendario-e...

First trip to the beach this year. Ostia.

youtube.com/shorts/lpBjz... Passo Lanciano. We know it well. But only in the Summer. The images are from this weekend. #Abruzzo #snow

www.youtube.com/channel/UCIQ... The castle dates back to 46AD when the Romans were bolstering their influence in Valbelluna, a strategic point for the Via Claudia. Enlarged by the #Goths (Genseric) in 540 legend tells of Zumelle, twins who were born from his marriage to the lady-in-waiting, Eudosia.

We're trying this local flour for our baking this Easter. The Consortium was founded in 1936 and is still going strong. A genuine continuum with an interesting local history.

youtube.com/shorts/EGDwX... A bridge linking Molise and Abruzzo agree to go split up.

This is in our part of town. Must have passed it hundreds of times with the old dog, but only once was it ever open for an extended period. Reassuring, yet anxiety giving at the same time. Ask for the cement mushroom and you can't miss it. 🍄 artribune.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?...

www.lastampa.it/sport/2026/0... Woke up to my morning cappuccino and read that Italy has not qualified for the World Cup! Again!! These April Fool's are getting less believable every year. 🥳 Bosnia Herzegovina!! 🤣😅

www.deliciousitaly.com/veneto-itine... Our own discovery of the lace traditions in Venice.