Wednesday, May 31, 2023

"CAPRI FOR ME IS COLOUR!" Inspired by the captivating colours and beauty of the island of Capri, the range of textiles suitable for both indoor and outdoor living explore the natural characteristics of hemp through unique designs and Fischbacher’s traditional Italian craftsmanship. Italian architect and interior designer Giuliano Andrea dell’Uva was inspired by the legendary island’s vibrant sun-washed landscape and the golden era of 1970s Capri. Featuring a considered colour palette of deep ocean blues, organic greens, and elegant ochres, the five designs include leafy motifs, 60s inspired prints, timeless stripes and classic nautical patterns. Christian Fischbacher Launches Capri, a New Textile Collection in Collaboration with Giuliano Andrea dell’Uva | HomeWorldDesign



Tuesday, May 30, 2023

ALLEGRA'S SEA VIEWS The advice of a stylish local is always invaluable when visiting a new place for the first time. In the video 'Ask a Local', the artist and designer Allegra Hicks takes us on a tour of Naples, the city she calls home. Having started off as a painter of frescoes, Allegra applies her artistic skills to the making of beautiful interior pieces, from rugs and tapestries to works in metal and cast bronze, and has recently launched a collaboration with The Invisible Collection. She takes us to meet some of Naples most skilled craftspeople, stopping along the way at beautiful churches, museums and gardens, and of course, an unmissable restaurant. Ask a Local: artist and designer Allegra Hicks takes us on a tour of Naples | House & Garden



Monday, May 29, 2023

A VENETIAN-STYLE PALAZZO IN THE PULSATING CENTRE OF CAPRI A husband-and-wife hotelier duo has renovated a hotel on the island of Capri, refreshing its pastel-pink facade and continuing the hue into the guest rooms. Redesigned the interiors to reflect the grandeur of the property while imbuing it with a sense of contemporary chic. In the bedrooms, pink appears again as wainscoting and on upholstered headboards shaped as ogee arches. Il Capri Hotel offers several options for dining and drinking, many of which allow these activities to be enjoyed al fresco with views of the island's dramatic coastline. Il Capri Hotel receives pink-heavy revamp from Graziella Buontempo and Arnaud Lacombe|Dezeen





Sunday, May 28, 2023

"AN EPOCHAL URBAN REGENARATION PROJECT THAT WILL LEAVE ITS MARK ON NAPLES" The MANN, one of the foremost archaeology museums in the world, is to build a new branch in the Real Albergo dei Poveri, an uncompleted 18th-century complex in central Naples that has the longest façade of any building in Europe. A fundraising drive to construct the new museum is ongoing. Renovation works are scheduled to begin later this year. MANN2 will primarily show the Santangelo Collection - artefacts from Pompeii and the Magna Graecia - largely remained unseen. As well as MANN2, the refurbished Real Albergo dei Poveri is also expected to house a branch of the national Italian library and new facilities for the University of Naples Federico II, the city’s main university. National Archaeological Museum of Naples opening new branch in the city’s famous Real Albergo dei Poveri | The Art Newspaper



Saturday, May 27, 2023

IN BETWEEN THE HOT-BLOODED SORRENTO AND THE FASHIONABLE POSITANO, THERE'S NERANO Having been run by the De Simone family since 1958, the famous beachside restaurant (with rooms) Lo Scoglio has the soul of a family trattoria, serving up dishes brimming with the sunny, punchy flavours of the south. Fresh produce from the nearby farm plus fish and seafood straight off the boat go into favourites such as the signature spaghetti con zucchini and grilled catch of the day. The icing on the cake? Two Michelin-starred restaurants within easy walking distance; beachfront Taverna del Capitano and Quattropassi just up the hill. Best hotels on the Amalfi Coast for a glorious Italian holiday in 2023 | The Independent



Friday, May 26, 2023

EXCITING DINING CONCEPTS WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN Dining at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel is a celebration of the region with offerings carefully curated by renowned Italian masters. At Dei Cappucinni, chef Claudio Lanuto introduces a convent kitchen concept in which fresh seasonal ingredients grown in the convent garden will star in a-la-carte, monk-inspired dishes and sensory tasting menus. He introduces guests to the finest, freshest produce in the garden and reveals his secrets for authentic local dishes in Anantara’s signature Spice Spoons cooking class experience. Anantara Convento Di Amalfi Grand Hotel Opens On Italy's Alluring Amalfi Coast (Italie) | Journal des Palaces






Thursday, May 25, 2023

BULGARI IS READY FOR SUMMER WITH BEACH READY "CAPRI" An immersion into Bulgari's Mediterranean roots, this Special Edition watch dedicated to the glamorous island of Capri features a blue shaded dial inspired by the sea's rich nuances, as well as an engraving of the famous Faraglioni on the caseback. The original Bulgari Aluminium watch was released in 1998 and caused quite a sensation. For 2023, Bulgari adds some new, summery editions – so-called Capri, and it’s easy to understand why – as well as a pair of updated chronographs and a lefty edition to be worn for tennis games. The 2023 Bulgari Aluminium Collection, With New Chronos and Capri Editions (Live Pics & Price) | MONOCHROME Watches



Wednesday, May 24, 2023

ISCHIA, ITALY - IPOMEA BY NEGOMBO, 26-27-28 MAY 2023 The Ipomea takes place every year at Negombo Thermal Gardens in Lacco Ameno. The event showcases a wide range of flowers and plants with some exotic and rare specimens on display. There is also a craft and food market where you can try out produce not just from Ischia but from the whole of Italy. Previous events offered the chance to try out some specialist foods. A sea of fabulous colours with some incredible orchids and rare plants that were exhibited and available to buy from some of the stalls. Guests have the chance to buy some of the best flowers from various garden centres on the island who proudly display their prize examples at the show. The Ipomea Flower Craft and Food Festival | Ischia Review.com



Tuesday, May 23, 2023

THE 360-DEGREE VIEWS OF ISCHIA FROM ANY ROOMS AND TERRACES AROUND THE RESORT There are not many places on our globe that truly exude an unmatched natural beauty – but the island of Ischia, is one such place, and it has not only been nominated as one of the best islands in Europe, but indeed in the world. Add to that a consortium of passionate entrepreneurs, who pulled together to create a wealth of interesting itineraries for visitors to experience and learn from. San Montano is a true spa resort scattered with alcoves, glades, pools, thermal baths, hot springs, showers and terraces. For a journey off the beaten track, there is little to beat the cultural heritage of Ischia | The Luxury Channel



Monday, May 22, 2023

IN ITALY'S CAMPANIA EXPERIENCES THAT CANNOT BE HAD ANYWERE ELSE The cozy feel of the trip was the prevalence of family businesses and the passion that accompanies them. The first example of this was seen in Sorrento at I Giardini di Cataldo – a small family-run limoncello factory in Sorrento. The Espositos’ passion for their groves and products is evident in the attention and quality of the things they offer. Equally as passionate about their work are married couple who own the Aragon Distillery on Ischia just a couple of minutes’ walk down the road from the Aragon Castle. Anna and Alessandro founded the first distillery in Ischia in an effort to keep alive the ancient distilling traditions practised both on and off the island. Experiencing history, landscapes and food in Italy's Campania - opinion | Jerusalem Post



Sunday, May 21, 2023

THE FIRST CONTEMPORARY ARTIST TO CREATE AND DEBUT A WORK ON-SITE The event launched the archeological site as a magnificent new spot for contemporary art, the latest addition to Italy’s growing landscape of cultural heritage institutions commissioning and exhibiting. Pompeii Commitment is a one-of-a-kind program that commits to presenting new ways of contextualizing the ruins of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. “I wanted to take out the acting,” Wael Shawky said when asked about his use of puppets and elaborate ceramic masks in the new production (I am Hymns of the New Temples). Italy’s Newest Site for Contemporary Art Is Not a Swanky Architect-Designed Museum—It’s the Charred Ruins of Pompeii | Artnet



Saturday, May 20, 2023

A SITE-SPECIFIC PROJECT IN ONE OF THE DECONSECRATED CHURCH OF NAPLES Painting on a large scale is an expression of an artist's ambition and ego, allowing Chase Palmer to create a world that the viewer can nearly step into. All three works are loosely adapted from the Divine Comedy, with Space Invaders representing Paradiso, Destination Compaction representing Purgatorio, and Little Divers representing Inferno. The subject matter is intended to be entertaining rather than strictly religious or moralizing, and viewers are left to decide whether they can see themselves in these painted worlds full of opportunists, gluttons, and heretics. Chase Palmer, Places Rash Me - San Giuseppe delle Scalze a Pontecorvo, Napoli | T293



Friday, May 19, 2023

SPEND A WEEKEND ON THE SUNNY ISLAND OF ISCHIA Tom Alberto Bull travels to Ischia, a perfect little gem in the glittering Gulf of Naples. From the moment the landscape appeared on the horizon as I made the short trip across the bay I couldn’t wait to disembark. The central peak, Mount Epomeo, towers 788 metres above sea level, covered in luscious green trees which some say give the island its nickname. We had an ambitious itinerary to squeeze into two days and time was of the essence. We hopped on one of the local buses and crossed the island to our hotel, the Punta Chiarito Resort. Almost a landmark in itself, this beautiful resort sits atop a cliff overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. 48 hours in... Ischia | Italia! magazine



Thursday, May 18, 2023

THE ITALIAN ROYAL PALACE OF CASERTA IS BEING RESTORED TO ITS FORMER GLORY It includes a sumptuous palace with a park, gardens, and a wooded area, as well as the Aqueduct Carolino and the industrial complex of San Leucio, built for the production of silk. The UNESCO Royal Palace is the centerpiece of the whole architectural composition and is located on a central axis that connects and unifies the entire complex. From restoring the facades to reviving the gardens and repairing the gates, remedying the ravages of time is a titanic task. The palace won a third star — the highest accolade — in the prestigious Michelin Green Guide to Southern Italy. Italian Versailles being returned to its former glory through | Arkeonews



Wednesday, May 17, 2023

'IL MARE BAGNA NAPOLI' WHERE HISTORY, STRUGGLES, AMBITIONS AND SHIPWRECKS CONVERGE The title of the exhibition rereads, in a positive light, Anna Maria Ortese's famous novel. Still, from the alleys of rione Sanità where the artist was born and still lives, the sea of Mergellina [a coastal district of the city of Naples] cannot be seen, its light breeze does not carry there. The boys' gaze does not rest on the horizon line, but instead on the peeling walls of buildings. Paolo La Motta, who knows her desires and hopes well, places them on boat moving on a gray sea, the boys intently rowing to reach their own personal goals. Il mare bagna Napoli. Sequenze | Gesac-Aeroporto internazionale di Napoli, spazio ART GATE




Tuesday, May 16, 2023

"NAPOLI IN VETTA" A RICH PROGRAM OF INTERCULTURAL WALKS AND GUIDED TOURS Napoli cultural celebration is enriched with the "Maggio dei Monumenti", an event promoted by the Municipality and financed by the Metropolitan City. This year a rich program of over 80 free events, that include historical-artistic itineraries, dance shows, theatrical performances, concerts, film, reading and special initiatives. The central theme this year is "Naples at the top", an opportunity for explore the city from an aerial perspective through over 80 free events. The 2023 program also includes the section "Out of May", a segment of independent events. Naples, May of Monuments 2023. The program of events | Napolike



Monday, May 15, 2023

THE RUINS OF THE ANCIENT NECROPOLIS OF NEAPOLIS 10 METERS BENEATH MODERN-DAY NAPLES The archaeological research led to the discovery of the Ipogei dei Togati, the Ipogei dei Melograni, and other unknown monuments. A group of researchers used muography to detect the presence of possible cavities in the underground of Naples‘ Sanità district. One of the most significant structures discovered is a hidden Hellenistic chamber that most likely houses a burial. The muons were installed 18 meters below the Sanità district’s current street level to measure muon flux for about a month. Particle physics and archeology collaboration uncovers secret Hellenistic underground chamber in Naples | Arkeonews



Sunday, May 14, 2023

'THERE'S DEFINETELY A MORE GLAMOROUS  CROWD THAT'S CURIOUS TO EXPLORE NAPLES NOW' Suddenly, the idyllic images that fill my Instagram feed are not from Positano and Amalfi, but Naples. Shows such as My Brilliant Friend and Stanley Tucci’s Searching for Italy, and Paolo Sorrentino’s film The Hand of God have shown the city’s more positive and enticing side. Its decayed yet beautiful buildings appear as backdrops to fashion campaigns, its vibrant streets are the subjects of chic coffee-table tomes and the city’s cuisine has become the ultimate foodporn. Along with millions of others, I even found myself obsessing over local sandwich-maker and TikTok sensation. Viva Napoli! Why Naples Is The Place To Be In 2023 - ELLE



Saturday, May 13, 2023

CIILENTO GAINS ONE MORE BLUE FLAG Campania climbs once again on the Italian podium of the 2023 Blue Flags. San Mauro Cilento (half tower) is the new entry. The Cilento location was surprisingly excluded last year, but only due to bureaucratic problems. But the Blue Flags for beaches are not the only recognitions awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). There are also those for tourist landings. Once again they were en plein Agropoli, Palinuro, Casal Velino and Acciaroli and Marina di Camerota. Cilento drags Campania: here are all the Blue Flag 2023 locations|Italy 24 Press News



Friday, May 12, 2023

MANN'S UNMISSABLE EXHIBITION "ALEXANDER THE GREAT AND THE EAST" The “Mosaic of all records” has been capturing, with its magnetic beauty, the attention of visitors. The restoration of the mosaic is going to be a complex one: conservation, positioning, weight (approximately seven tons). The five-metre Alexander Mosaic, composed of 2mn tiny tesserae placed to represent astonishingly naturalistic figures and vivid emotion, is a glory of Naples’ National Archaeological Museum, but damaged and fragile. After years out of sight, its restoration, repairing cracks and detached tiles, smoothing bulges and hollows, allowing colour to shine, is unveiled on May 29. Alexander the Great's cultural legacy richly explored in Naples exhibition | Financial Times






Thursday, May 11, 2023

AT THE BOTTOM OF THE GULF OF POZZUOLI OFF THE MODERN TOWN OF BAIA Underwater archaeology in Italy came of age here, and the site continues to drive research, innovation, and discovery. Excavations in the now-underwater nymphaeum showed that the walls were clad in marble and had also originally been covered in a layer of glass mosaic and shells: a glittering marine cave. The reconstructed space is just one highlight of the underwater archaeological park. This area includes the remains of at least two imperial villas. To the east is evidence of a commercial port, called the Portus Julius. “This site,” says archaeologist Fabio Pagano, director of the Archaeological Park of the Campi Flegrei, “it’s not simple.” Lost Roman Resort | Archaeology Magazine



Wednesday, May 10, 2023

THE GIRO RETURNS TO THE SOUTHERN ITALIAN HARBOUR CITY The 6th Stage of Giro d’Italia 2023: the race Napoli - Napoli. False flat up, false flat down – that’s the route in the first 20 kilometres. The riders then move through Pompeii and continue towards the foot of the Valico di Chiunzi. The riders reach the Mediterranean Sea in Amalfi and continue along the coast in northerly direction. The route returns to climbing in Positano. The 9.6 kilometres climb at 4% runs all the way to the peninsula bordering the southern part of the Gulf of Naples. Giro 2023 Route Stage 6: Naples - Naples | Cyclingstage.com



Tuesday, May 9, 2023

REACH THE EVENT LOCATIONS WITH THE COMBINED SERVICE FERRY + SHUTTLE "I Suoni degli Dei" is one of the most eagerly-awaited events for trekking and music lovers. The event takes place on the Path of the Gods, the famous nature trail suspended between the sky and the sea. It winds from Bomerano until Nocelle. The Church of Santa Maria a Castro and the Convent of San Domenico, reachable from Praiano through a long staircase of about 1000 steps that lead to 350 meters above sea level, and the Colle Serra at about 600 meters above sea level and Li Cannati are the stage of this musical festival"The Sounds of the Gods", live musical performances on the Path of Gods | Travelmar



Monday, May 8, 2023

IN THE HISTORIC CITY OF NAPLES, FOOTBALL GOES VERY MUCH BEYOND THE GAME. Because Napoli is Naples. And Naples is NapoliPeople had begun to celebrate among a sensational atmosphere that enveloped the city from Thursday morning, while they just had to undergo a 90-minute wait to officially celebrate a triumph that has been in the pipeline since February. Napoli's Scudetto is also a spark that can ignite a new golden age in Naples - a city that has become known for its philosophy, history, art, food and wine and geological beauty. More and more people are now coming to visit which has huge economic benefitsNapoli's first Scudetto in 33 years has the potential to revitalise the whole city of Naples... | Daily Mail




Sunday, May 7, 2023

GOOGLE MAPS : "THE PLACE YOU [CAMPANICA] ADDED IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE The Red House was built next to an ancient Aragonese tower, erected by the eccentric Colonel John Clay MacKowen. Soon it was enriched by the same colonel with archaeological finds. Some finds, moreover, come from his numerous travels. The house passed to his heirs and then to other owners, when the Superintendence for Architectural Heritage and Landscape of Naples acquired the building and, after careful restoration, used it as an exhibition space, granting its use to the City of Anacapri. Museum History | Museo Casa Rossa di Anacapri



Saturday, May 6, 2023

THE 'SAMNITE' CONDUCTOR AT THE CENTRE OF KING'S CORONATION OPERATIONS, SIR ANTONIO PAPPANO Conducting the Westminster Abbey service, overseeing a programme of music personally selected by King Charles III. One of the most awaited events by the British and in general by anyone who loves the history of royalty; the event will be accompanied by the Royal Opera House of London, conducted by the English conductor but with Italian citizenship Antonio Pappano – born of Italian parents who left Castelfranco in Miscano [province of Benevento] in 1958 to seek his fortune -, who is of the London institution musical director since 2002. The musicians making music for the Coronation | In Tune BBC Radio 3



Friday, May 5, 2023

NAPOLI PRESIDENT: "HONEST SCUDETTO" Despite being on the cusp of celebrating his football team’s first league title in 33 years and his first as club president, Aurelio De Laurentiis is still struggling to accept Napoli’s shortcomings in some of the past Scudetto races. “Sometimes we have finished second, but we could have finished first if… I feel I have won other championships, certainly that of honesty”, claimed the 73-year-old in his controversial comment. Napoli President “Honest Scudetto” Outburst Has Irritated Inter Milan, AC Milan & Juventus | SempreInter.com



Thursday, May 4, 2023

GREEN-FINGERED FORMER PRINCE DURING A VISIT TO THE MORTELLA GARDENS On an island off the coast of Naples, Russell Page worked with Lady Susanna Walton, wife of the composer Sir William Walton, at their home La Mortella to create an unexpectedly lush garden. The Waltons bought their then barren plot of land on the volcanic island of Ischia in the mid-1950s. Called Le Mortelle after the wild myrtle bushes which grew on the rocks, the land had neither a house nor, at that time, water. Susana Walton secured the services of Russell Page early on in the project, and he advised not only on the garden but also on the positioning of the house. Russell Page Archive: La Mortella | Garden Museum



Wednesday, May 3, 2023

A POWERFUL, EXPLOSIVE AND WHOLLY NEAPOLITAN DRINK The event will open with a multi-art exhibition, and the presentation of the latest edition of Napulitanamente magazine and its novelties including the new logo created by Officina Mirabilis, a leading agency in the field of communication and ethical advertising. The cocktail NA57: it is “'na bomb” (it's a bomb) and it is the challenge of Southern Italy to French75. Artists, musicians and food & beverage personalities are welcome to the event. "Our goal is to spread the Mediterranean heritage and to create networking." Napulitanamente celebrates its new edition with Mediterranean Cocktail of Art a multi-art and multi-taste event. | MarketWatch

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

A MAGNIFICENT 12th-CENTURY PROPERTY AT THE TOP OF RAVELLO Now a five-star luxury hotel run by the Avino sisters. The very private boutique hotel has 43 guest rooms and suites. There is an outdoor heated pool and spa, a Michelin-star restaurant, and a rare beach club on the sea. The sisters took over Palazzo Avino from their father and transformed the property into one of the finest retreats along the coast. The girls grew up learning the hotel business and now act as managing director and director of sales and marketing, with a remarkable sense of detail and style. How Two Sisters Transformed An Italian Palazzo Into A Luxury Hotel On The Amalfi Coast | Forbes



Monday, May 1, 2023

THE GRAPE VARIETAL THAT DOES BEST IN THE SANNIO Campania wine should be a part of the conversation, as the region is not only one of the oldest wine-producing territories in Italy, it is also today considered one of the very best. Benevento is home to arguably the most appealing and varietally pure examples of Falanghina in Campania. Offering lively acidity along with beautiful aromas of pear, honeysuckle, quince and sometimes a hint of saffron, these are irresistible when consumed from two to four years of age, and pair beautifully with a range of foods. Most versions are steel-aged, but some producers also craft wood-aged versions that offer greater intensity. Appreciating The Wines Of Campania | Forbes



APRIL 2023

 

FEMALE COLLECTIVE WHO LEARNED A TRADE





04012023 In one of the most challenged suburbs of Naples, a popular initiative uses women’s emancipation, art and culture, pedagogy, good food and social capital as main ingredients for a recipe for cultural development and social recovery. All the shack activities have moved and have grown into Chikù, an alternative restaurant and meeting place in the heart of Scampia. The first Italian-Romani restaurant in the country: in front of an excellent dinner, prejudice begins to break down, and people get closer to one another more easily. Chikù: A Romani-Italian restaurant in Naples run by women | Cooperative City
04022023 To Rebecca Serle’s novel sold to the movie production company Paramount Pictures. “One Italian Summer” follows Katy, a young woman reeling from the recent loss of her mom and best friend Carol. Katy embarks on the trip of a lifetime, meant to be spent as mother and daughter, over two weeks in Positano. Buoyed by the stunning waters, beautiful cliff sides, delightful residents and delectable food, Katy feels herself coming back to life. Paramount Pictures Lands Rebecca Serle Bestseller ‘One Italian Summer’ | Variety
04042023 My complete itinerary: I wanted to be practical with what to pack and kept it simple, the perfect item to wear for any occasion...even if you are exploring the Pompeii ruins. I always had a denim jacket or a cashmere wrap handy, especially when there is unpredictable weather or if you higher up in the mountains of Ravello. If you've been to the Amalfi or planning a trip there, tell me. All 11 looks can be shopped and the destinations explored. Wanderlust Series: Amalfi Coast | J. Cathel
04052023 Italy plans to open a high-speed rail connection, in a bid to ramp up tourism to the archaeological site and other locations. The hub will form a new stop on the existing high-speed train line connecting Rome to Naples and Salerno, allowing visitors to reach Pompeii directly from the Italian capital and Rome’s Fiumicino Airport. The hub will also connect visitors to the Villa Dei Misteri stop of the Circumvesuviana railway network, which runs trains to archaeological sites Ercolano, Oplontis and Stabiae. Italy plans high-speed train between Pompeii and Rome to increase tourism to heritage sites | The Art Newspaper
04062023 Capri, Italy - Jennifer Lopez bottled up everything she loves and created a new cocktail brand. The three, ready-to-drink spritzes, each contain a different spirit. The name of the brand is one super fans may recognize — "Lola" is her nickname among close friends. Lopez, who shot the Delola campaign in Italy, wanted to encompass the essence of her travels there. Jennifer Lopez Launches Lower-Calorie Alcohol Line Named After Her 'Carefree, Fun Side' (Exclusive) | People
04072023 The charming one-building boutique hotel is a welcoming, independently-owned property. Hotel La Tosca Capri offering immaculate, comfortable rooms in a converted island home featuring vaulted ceilings, arches and whitewashed walls. The bright interior matched with tiled flooring feels relaxing and refreshing. The understated decor, accompanied by comfortable beds and subtle touches like florals, fits naturally into the Italian island’s landscape and atmosphere. This Dreamy Capri Boutique Hotel Boasts Breathtaking Faraglioni Views | Hotels Above Par
04082023 The wines offered a taste of Italian wine's variety and quality, from Campanian whites to Super Tuscan reds. Ten producers from across Italy were pouring for the first time. Among them were Campania's Colli di Lapio, whose Carmela Cieri poured the winery's Fiano di Avellino 2020. "Bello bello, I am so proud," she said. "I didn't expect all of this—so many people so interested in what we are doing." Italian Wine Sings at the 12th OperaWine | Wine Spectator
04092023 Originated in the region of Campania, Naples but is now eaten throughout Italy. It is typically made with a mixture of flour, water, lard and yeast and is usually filled with ham, salami and cheese. The cheese usually used is smoked scarmoza, provolone, pecorino and parmesan. The name is said to come from the Neapolitan word caso which means cheese. Bakers usually start the casatiello on Good Friday and then leave it to rise overnight and then baked the following day and then eat it at room temperature. Often on Easter Monday slices are packed up to take on drives or picnics. Casatiello: The Perfect Easter Bread for Cheese Lovers | Lorraine Elliott
04102023 In what is now southern Italy, Pompeii was a bustling metropolis, until an eruption from the mighty volcano Vesuvius. Gabriel Zuchtriegel, director of the Pompeii Archaeological Park, showed Seth Doane the opulent House of the Vetti in January, after a 20-year restoration. "It's like a puzzle," he replied. "Every piece is important." The House of the Vetti show the little details of life (such as glasses and plates). Pompeii has been imagined in art, and fictionalized on film. But its amphitheaters, gardens, and daily objects feel familiar. Actor Eva Longoria and the ruins of Pompeii, Italy | Here Comes the Sun - CBS News
04112023 Italy is to send the Amerigo Vespucci tall ship on a two-year world tour to promote Italian food, wine, culture and design. Announcing the news at the Vinitaly wine fair, the nation's defence minister Guido Crosetto said the fully rigged Italian navy ship would set sail on 1 July and would showcase Made in Italy excellence at every port. Dubbed "the most beautiful ship in the world", the Amerigo Vespucci navy training vessel was built in Castellamare di Stabia, Naples, in 1930. Italian tall ship Amerigo Vespucci to set sail on Made in Italy world tour | Wanted in Rome
04122023 The coral, once again plays a central role, drawing on the local tradition of crafting with the precious element and elevating its use in contemporary art. The church of Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco is renowned for its exquisite Baroque architecture. The sculpture, Number 85 (with angel wings) accentuates the mystical-sacral atmosphere of the church's surroundings. Reducing souls' stay in purgatory found fertile ground in Naples. This practice also served to unite the living and the dead. Jan Fabre's coral sculptures in Naples are an exploration of Neapolitan tradition | STIR
04132023 Grown in Irpinia, an inland territory of the Campania region, Coda di Volpe - literally “tail of the fox,” named for the shape of the clusters, is sometimes used as a blending grape, but on its own, it is an excellent white wine. At its best, Coda di Volpe is medium-full and dry white, typically unoaked, that has melon, apple and pear flavors along with notes of white flowers. There is very good acidity in most years, and the wines offer notable complexity and a delicate touch of minerality and spice in the finish. Appreciating Some Of Italy’s Lesser Known Varietals And Grapes | Forbes 
04142023 Napoli boss Luciano Spalletti has vowed to "leave the bench and go home" if fans fail to back his team in next week's return leg against Milan. "The boys are sensitive to what happens around them at the Maradona." Napoli will continue their procession towards a historic league title this weekend but with a 16-point lead can afford to focus their minds on turning round the Champions League tie on Tuesday night, in front of what Spalletti hopes will be a rocking Stadium. The Partenopei will also hope to Osimhen back in their ranks. Napoli boss Luciano Spalletti threatens to ‘leave the bench and GO HOME’ if fans don’t back team for Milan return leg | GOAL
04152023 The 47,000-square-metre Royal Palace of Caserta is the world’s largest palace and a high point of Western architecture and civilisation. It boasts 1,200 rooms, 1,742 windows, 41 kilometres of aqueducts, and 120 hectares of Italian and English gardens with thousands of trees from around the world. All amid scores of fountains, pools, waterways, fish ponds and streams with Masonic and pagan overtones. It was decorated by Luigi Vanvitelli, a fanciful Neapolitan architect of Dutch origins. Italian Journey: When Christ stopped in Caserta and Pompeii | Domus
04162023 A stone pedestal with steps, coloured terracotta roof decorations with lion-shaped dripstones, an extraordinary gorgon and a moving depiction of Aphrodite. Then there are seven bull heads, an altar with groves in the stones to collect sacrifice liquids and hundreds of ex votos, with votive offerings with images of Eros riding a dolphin in the way of Poseidon, the god who gave his name to the city, standing out. Tiziana D'Angelo, the Director of the Paestum archaeological site, told that the dig was set to "change the recorded history of ancient Poseidonia". Eros, dolphins feature in new discoveries at Paestum's 'little temple' | ANSA
04172023 Francis Sultana’s debut hotel is this luxurious member of the Oetker Collection, which will surely be the most buzzed-about hotel in Capri when it opens. Built in 1822 as the island’s first hotel, it will shine again, with contemporary-meets-classic interiors inspired by Capri’s 1950s Dolce Vita heyday and artful touches, like frescoes by Roberto Ruspoli and tapestries by Allegra Hicks. Expect 50 rooms and suites, a rooftop restaurant and bar, pool deck, spa, and beach club. The 20 Best New Design Hotels Opening Around World in 2023 | Architectural Digest
04182023 Before Champions League second-leg tie in Naples. “Our players deserve the support for everything they have done this year,” said Luciano Spalletti. “If we win this Scudetto we will make history, we will be marked onto the walls of this city, we will all become Maradona.” Not even Diego Armando Maradona ever lifted Napoli to a Champions League quarter-final, so the Partenopei are already in uncharted territory. They hope Osimhen and a stadium that rediscovered its voice can carry them further still. Napoli bank on Osimhen and uneasy fan truce to keep double dream alive | The Guardian
04192023 Let us follow the blue lizard, look at the sights of Capri and smell the marvelous scents that accompany them: Italian citrus and garden herbs! I can write myself about fresh lemon leaves and cypress needles rubbed between my fingers and about the fresh Mediterranean wind filled with the aromas of citrus groves and myrtle. The first minutes of Cetrella are simply impossible to describe — an explosion of tenderness, bright sunshine and coolness, clean iodine sea air. A transparent watercolor by perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena, in a nutshell. Lucertolablu: Best Sights of the Island of Capri | Fragrantica
04202023 Two marble altars from the Roman period. At the time, Pozzuoli, known as Puteoli in antiquity, was the main hub for goods exported from Campania. The Nabataeans - an Arab people whose territory at its apex in the 1st century B.C. stretched from the Euphrates to the Red Sea -established a base at Puteoli and constructed a shrine dedicated to the tutelary god, Dusares. Local volcanic bradyseismic activity raised and lowered the geology on the Phlegrean Peninsula that resulted in parts of Puteoli being submerged. Underwater Nabataean temple discovered in major archaeological find in Italy| The Art Newspaper
04212023 A millennia-old vine growing tradition involving tall grapevines. The trellising practice is called vite maritata, or vine married to a tree. “They used it to maximize yields and to gain surface space in between rows to plant other cultures,” explains Nicola Numeroso, owner of I Borboni, a pioneer of modern vite maritata vine growing in an area [Aversa], located between Naples and Caserta. It was still widely practiced in Campania as late as the 1980s. Vite Maritata, an Ancient Vine-Growing Technique, Makes a Comeback | Wine Enthusiast
04222023 Capri (Italy) - Sandro Botticelli's Venus has been brought to life by AI for a new marketing campaign. The love goddess is now Italy's hottest virtual influencer, and can be seen riding a bike, taking selfies, and eating pizza. The campaign is a collaboration between Italy's tourism ministry and the national tourism agency. It will be featured on social media, with an animated Venus winking at her followers under the Instagram handle @venereitalia23. Venus is re-imagined as a virtual influencer with hopes that she'll catch the eye of perspective tourists. AI brings Sandro Botticelli's Venus to become Italy's new tourism ambassador | LOCAL 12
04232023 The Britannique Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton is a ten-minute walk from the Via dei Mille shopping district. Accommodations are spacious with contemporary furnishings and most feature views. I selected the comfortable king junior suite measuring 20 sq metres and then made my way to the hotel’s rooftop Niq Bar, ordered a cool cocktail and admired the panoramic view across the Gulf of Naples to Mount Vesuvius. I raised my glass and made a toast to this wonderful city, full of surprises. Treat yourself and visit bellissima Napoli, you won’t be disappointed. How To Spend 48 Hours In Historic Naples | LLM - Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
04242023 Elle Simone's trip to the Campania region in Italy, where San Marzano tomatoes grow in the Sarnese-Nocerino district. She learns about the San Marzano tomato from cultivation to cooking. Renowned for blooming in the most ideal conditions, including mineral-rich volcanic soil, ample water sources, and consistent relative humidity, San Marzano tomatoes take an elongated plum shape, and are colored a vibrant red. During her excursion, she learned the special harvesting process on San Marzano tomatoes, and the rigorous processing of them to maintain the DOP label, which is a premium stamp of approval by Italy’s agricultural department. Chef Elle Simone discovers that the soul of San Marzano, Italy is in a tomato | Ark Republic
04252023 Before Gaetano Manfredi was elected mayor of Naples, he was a university professor specializing in seismic engineering. As Manfredi rose up to become chancellor of the University of Naples Federico II, a study was commissioned to measure the impact of fans celebrating goals scored by the Napoli soccer club inside the 'Maradona'. “The engineering department building is near the stadium and there’s a seismograph there that whenever Napoli scored would record enough shaking that it nearly registered as an earthquake,” mayor told in a recent interview. Mayor: Napoli title will set off ‘big earthquake of joy’ | The Associated Press
04262023 Just two hours from Naples lies the Cilento Coast in the Campania region. Here, you’ll find beaches and caves at the base of towering cliffs, vividly-coloured seas and picturesque hilltop towns. Ruins of Paestum and Velia and the Certosa di Padula have been UNESCO World Heritage sites since 1998. Ernest Hemingway stayed in the hamlet Acciaroli in the early 1950s, and, incredibly, about 10% of its residents today are centenarians. 5 Amalfi Coast Alternatives Because We’re Not All Made of Money | The Latch
04272023 For the set of The Equalizer 3 a gem less known to most was chosen, the very small Atrani. The latter is located immediately after Amalfi and is characterized by perched houses, typical of the area, and a small beach full of fishing boats. In addition to Atrani, filming also concentrated in the more spacious Minori and Maiori. The presence of such a stellar cast on the Amalfi Coast was the icing on the cake at the end of an already great season. The characters of the film was spotted several times as he wandered around the streets; Denzel Washington went to numerous shops to get ice cream or pizza and he enjoyed relaxing boat rides on the clear waters. Denzel Washington in the Amalfi Coast for The Equalizer 3 | Positano Boats
04282023 Location: Naples Citywide. Event: Large celebrations city-wide are expected in late April-early May when the S.S.C. Napoli soccer club mathematically clinches the Serie A championship. A second, formal celebration at the conclusion of the soccer season in early June is also expected. Spontaneous celebrations could last multiple days and there will be a corresponding increase in large, public gatherings, heavy traffic or road closures, significant use fireworks, and alcohol consumption throughout the city. Security Alert: U.S. Consulate General Naples, Italy- April 27, 2023 | U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Italy
04292023 The Fiorentino family is delighted to announce the 68th edition of the Tre Golfi Sailing Week. Starting from Naples, 150 miles round the islands of Ponza and Li Galli with arrival in Sorrento. The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria with its spectacular views over the Bay of Naples will be the ideal spot to enjoy the event and host yacht owners, sponsors and guests. The Tre Golfi Sailing Week is the perfect combination of inshore and offshore racing, with easy logistics, breathtaking views, and many social events to entertain the teams when not racing. Rolex Sailing Week | May 12 - 21 2023 | Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
04302023 "Our kids loved being at the beach so much." The centuries-old towns of southern Italy have all the makings for an epic playground, from hidden seaside caves to winding hilltop streets. That’s what photographer and his wife, an art director and stylist, found when they decided to point their compass to the iconic area. At Agricola Fore Porta in Amalfi you can hike through lemon groves and waterfalls, then enjoy a homemade meal outside. Five Family Members, Two Italian Coasts—Here’s How They Navigated a Cross-Country Trip | Domino
04032023 The Campania club are close to break-even, while the Rossoneri have accumulated aggregate losses. Milan are aiming for a diversification of revenues and, with the current president Cardinale, are strongly focused on the project of a new stadium. Napoli have been owned by Aurelio De Laurentiis for 20 years with a very streamlined chain of command and they have put the economic-financial sustainability of the squad first, but have not showed the same activism on the infrastructure front and on brand development, particularly abroad. GdS: De Laurentiis vs. RedBird – the philosophies of Napoli and Milan compared | sempremilan.com