November 23, 2020
Apples thrive in Northern Italy’s cooler temperatures where Italian farmers have been cultivating this fruit for over 2,000 years. While almost every apple-growing country has its own variation of the classic apple tart; this is a traditional recipe from Tuscany called Torta di Mele!
November 18, 2020
Cantuccini are traditional Christmas biscuits originating from Tuscany. Technically, these can be called Cantucci or Cantuccini biscuits as ‘biscotti’ refers to all biscuits in Italian. Why not try out this classic Tuscan recipe from our cooking holidays, best enjoyed dipped in a glass of Vin Santo!
November 5, 2020
Travelling solo is both an exciting and a daunting prospect. By stepping out and travelling alone, you are embarking on a journey with no one to rely on but yourself. Before your first solo trip, you may be a bit nervous but I can assure you that the rewards of solo travel far outweigh this!…
November 3, 2020
Follow along with chef Maurizio and learn how to make these cheesy courgette pancakes – the perfect healthy Italian lunch!
October 23, 2020
We all love the sunshine – it’s why so many of us love to go on our summer holidays and relax by the pool or at the beach! Sunny weather tends to make you feel happy and energetic, and you spend as much time out and about as possible! But did you know that the…
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October 21, 2020
With their crispy pastry shells and indulgent ricotta filling, Cannoli di Ricotta are little bits of Sicilian heaven served up as dessert! Indulge in these decadent cannoli with this recipe from our Sicilian chef, Carmela!
October 16, 2020
This week, we learnt all about how to sleep better in our second wellbeing masterclass with Amanda Hamilton. Amanda’s expert advice included top tips for falling asleep easier and staying asleep longer! It’s particularly important to set yourself up for good sleep, especially as winter approaches, to keep yourself and your body healthy! Read on…
October 15, 2020
Indulge with a pasta alla Norma, with a decadent roast tomato sauce, delicious homemade pasta and hearty aubergine slices. All topped with a crumbly ricotta salata and basil!
October 14, 2020
The Italian lifestyle is healthier than most other Europeans! Can you believe that? We’ve found out how Italians are so good at staying happy and healthy…
October 10, 2020
We were thrilled to host a wellbeing masterclass with Amanda Hamilton last week to get her expert advice on how to kick start healthy habits. With winter drawing in, along with the new normal we’re all adapting to, it might seem intimidating to try and break out of unhealthy habits. Amanda is an expert nutritionist…
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October 9, 2020
Learn how to make delicious Italian meatballs, known as polpette, with a rich, tomato sauce. This will soon become one of your regular dishes!
October 8, 2020
We recently caught up with Tracey McAlpine from Fighting Fifty to chat about how to age positively and living well after 50. Tracey started her blog shortly after turning 50, as a way to help her fellow midlife women live life to the fullest. Her aim was to provide a positive space for older women…
October 2, 2020
A simple Sicilian vegetable dish bursting with flavour, caponata is a great recipe to master. Check out our recipe to find out more!
October 1, 2020
When our holiday guests were unable to join our chefs in Italy this year, we knew that we needed to find a way to keep connected with everyone – especially with both our team in Italy and our wonderful guests in the UK all stuck inside! Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, and the…
September 25, 2020
Mindfulness has been a buzzword in the wellbeing industry for the last few years. You may have heard it mentioned at your Pilates or yoga class, perhaps at work, or even at your local coffee shop! It’s taken the world by storm in the form of colouring books, mobile apps, and in-person classes, as people…
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