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Italian canadian Jeanene Fox poses sexy for Maxim

30 March, 2020

The gorgeous Jeanene Fox also known as La Filippona (this the nickname given to her by Striscia la Notizia comedians) poses sexy for the May issue of Maxim. To me the beautiful showgirl (born of a Bahamian father and Italian-Canadian…

Italian summer: Montalcino Jazz and Wine

30 March, 2020

Summer’s here and the Montalcino Jazz and Wine festival will soon make jazz lovers happy. Very happy indeed.In fact once again the 14th century fortress will be the backdrop of a series of amazing concerts featuring big names such as…

Italian Fashion at Pitti Uomo, Florence: Cerruti 1881 18CRR81 Summer 2009

30 March, 2020

Cerruti’s new collection for S/S 2009 takes one to Africa; to this magical and enchanted land where everything seems still possible. The traveller, this the theme that inspired the whole collection, will make a journey through a landscape of warm…

Santa Maria del Popolo: a sacred museum in the heart of Rome

30 March, 2020

Piazza del popolo is one of the most visited places in Rome. Maybe because tourists have to go that way to reach Pincio or maybe simply because they like taking a stroll down Via del Babbuino, though I’m pretty sure…

Italian villas up for sale: Villa Fiordaliso in Umbria

30 March, 2020

Only a few steps away from the historic centre of Narni, a medieval town in Umbria, there’s a fabulous villa called Fiordaliso which, if you’re hunting for a grand house here in Italy, could make your dreams come true. Recently…

125 years of Bulgari jewellery on display in Rome

30 March, 2020

The historic Italian brand of Bulgari will be on display from May 22nd to September 13th for a 125-year anniversary celebrated in the event “Between eternity and history: 1884-2009″ at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome. About 500 jewelled objects…

Luxury spa Hotels in Rome: Regina Baglioni hotel in via Veneto

30 March, 2020

If you are planning to visit Rome but need to relax and rejuvenate before starting the tour of the city, you should spend a day or two at the Hotel Regina Baglioni in via Veneto; the five star hotel offers…

Tirelli costumes from Oscar nominated movies on dispaly in Gorizia

30 March, 2020

I’m sure that many of you did not know that the beautiful costumes worn by such gorgeous actresses as Claudia Cardinale (The Gattopardo) and Nicole Kidman (Return To Cold Mountain) were from the small but prestigious Tirelli dressmaker’s shop in…

Italian fashion and automobile design: the Versace Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 Roadster

30 March, 2020

Somebody did say that they hope Porsche never does anything as crass as this, but I think this snazzy version of the Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 coupè has its place in Italian design. Hell, you even get a range of Versace…

Italian publisher Carlo Caracciolo dies aged 83

30 March, 2020

Prince Carlo Caracciolo, a pivotal figure in the history of journalism, died just a few days ago. With Eugenio Scalfaro, another prominent Italian journalist, he founded La Repubblica in 1976, one of Italy’s leading newspapers. Several years before he had…

Motor Show Bologna 2008: Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M

30 March, 2020

The best in Italian car design is epitomised by one of Italy’s national icons, Ferrari. The brand is not in everyone’s budget, but it is loved by all for its sophistication, its historical significance in Italy and its uncompromising beauty.Here…

Rome celebrates 140 years as Italy's capital

30 March, 2020

Rome is celebrating 140 years as Italian capital; so if you are planning to visit the city before the year is out you will have lots of things to do and see! From major exhibitions devoted to the Italian Risorgimento…

The Italian festive season: Christmas and New Year in Italy

30 March, 2020

As we come up to the festive season in Italy, you will need to know the best and worst of Italian Christmas traditions, places to go for New Year in Italy, and what to avoid. Over the next few weeks…

Italian writer Oriana Fallaci's latest book: "A hat full of cherries" published post-humously

30 March, 2020

One of Italy’s greatest and most famous writers of modern times, Oriana Fallaci, is famous for both her journalism work and her fiction writing. With works such as “Interview with History”, a collection of interviews of political figures, and fiction…

Irish Italian Michelle Lombardo swimsuit pics

30 March, 2020

Michelle Lombardo was unknown until she participated in the Sports Illustrated ‘Fresh Faces’ swimsuit competition back in 2003. From Irish-Italian background, we don’t know a lot about Michelle, but don’t let that stop you checking out the gallery. She appeared…

Exploring the Italian alps and its treasures

30 March, 2020

With trees in full bloom and everything out in green, lots of us feel like taking a plunge into nature. So if you want to be part of the joy that every year spring brings along, you will be glad…

Mourinho for Pope: live pics from Milan and Madrid celebrate FC Inter Champion's League final

30 March, 2020

It’s hard to say what 45 years of waiting to be European Champions does to people, but FC Internazionale fans had plenty of opportunity on Saturday and Sunday to celebrate the 2-0 win over Bayern. For the first time in…

Who is Elisabetta Canalis: Clooney's Italian show girl

30 March, 2020

Elisbetta is one of Italy’s sexiest and most famous show girls, or “veline“. The famous “veline” are chosen as part of the satirical Italian television show “Striscia la notizia”, when a brunette and a blonde are paired as dancers on…

Italian recipes: risotto with mushrooms

30 March, 2020

Mushrooms are perfect for the Holiday Season and can be easily paired with a variety of exquisite wines. Here’s a recipe that stands out from the rest:Ingredients: 1/2 litre milk, 400 g porcini mushrooms, 150 g semolina, 80 g butter,…

Federica Pellegrini celebrates 21st birthday in Naples

30 March, 2020

Federica Pellegrini celebrates her 21st birthday on holiday in Naples after the tough competition at Rome’s world swimming championships. Pellegrini won two gold medals at the championships in another successful appearance.She has appeared in these pics with her cute Italian…

Sharon Stone turns jewellery designer for Italian brand Damiani

30 March, 2020

Sharon Stone in collaboration with Italian luxury brand Damiani has just launched her new jewellery line called Maji For Women; presented in Los Angeles just a couple of days ago, this beautiful collection includes earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings in…

Weekend deals for Autumn Wine Food Festival in Italy

30 March, 2020

If you’re looking for weekend deals for autumn in Italy, try going to some of the Italian food festivals on in Emilia Romagna in the month of November. The Wine Food Festival is on where you can try all sorts…

Elisabetta Canalis in butt bearing bikini provokes malicious comments among American bloggers

30 March, 2020

The photos of Elisabetta Canalis in butt bearing bikini are causing quite a stir in America; the photo which was taken on Lake Como while the Italian show girl was on a boat with her bosom friend Maddalena Corvaglia, has…

Holidays in Italy: Giglio Island, Tuscany

30 March, 2020

The Isola del Giglio or Giglio Island is a small island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the coast of Tuscany and only a few miles from the beautiful Argentario Gulf. Its enchanted landscape, its blue-green sea and ragged coastline (which…

Elisabetta Canalis Venice fashion faux pas in recycled Roberto Cavalli dress

30 March, 2020

Deary me…! Hot gossip diva Elisabetta Canalis was the Venice Film Festival’s most anticipated arrival, but will appearing on the arm of George Clooney be enough to save her from international fashion banishment? The stunning Roberto Cavalli gown worn by…