Located in the Sicilian province of Messina, the medieval village of Montalbano Elicona is rich in cultural heritage, artistic beauty, and scenic landscapes, making it one of Italy’s most beautiful borghi.
Architect Domenico De Rito revives an ancient farmhouse in Calabria
Famous all over the world for Parmigiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma, as well as for the birthplace of composer Giuseppe Verdi, Segmento introduces to you the region of Emilia-Romagna, a rare pearl in northern Italy.
Calabria is a destination for the spirit that also satisfies the body. It is, as the Arbëreshë writer Carmine Abate would say, “a sum of opposing and violent impressions and perceptions, moving and irresistible.”
In Italy’s idyllic villages, authenticity thrives. Far from being relics of the past, these small communities pulsate with life, embodying a rich tapestry of culture, tradition, and connection.
Trina O’Hara is a talented Australian artist living a dream life in Umbria with her husband Sam. Since 2021 they have been working on a project to revitalize an old olive farm near Umbertide as part of Workaway.
The city-state of Dubai plays host to one of the world’s most exciting multicultural food scenes. Segmento spoke with Howard Ko, a Dubai-based American-Korean chef, about his risotto revolution.
Culinary delights, a rich cultural and artistic tapestry, and a breathtaking natural setting make Tropea an irresistible destination, even in winter when the city plays host to a festive Christmas market.
Taking in the Tuscan and Ligurian coast by car. It was the trip I had long planned: to travel around Italy by car, stopping in as many towns as possible.
Senator Francesco Giacobbe, member of the Italian Senate since 2013 and living in Australia, actively promotes "Turismo di Ritorno" a program to reinvigorate the post-pandemic Italian tourist Industry.
Italy as a land of ancient myths and legends. With its deep ancient history, it is no surprise that Italy is home to many landmarks with legendary origins. Here are four fantastical places to spark the imagination.
Millions of tourists flood into Italy every year, making it one of the most visited and photographed countries in the world, but how does the deluge of online posts affect the communities behind the posts?
Rome’s surprisingly tranquil Mandrione suburb conceals an unusual piece of Roman history. Segmento took a walk along Rome’s most modern aqueduct through a fascinating district far from the Rome your average tourist sees.
Few tourists know that Italy is the most biodiverse country in Europe. Breathtaking scenery, rustic charm, and local Autumnal fare were the order of the day as we enjoyed an out-of-season jaunt in the Apennines.
Visiting the modern Roman suburb at the heart of Europe’s sacred geography
Off the well-beaten tourist circuit in Umbria, a fascinating story links three small and secluded abbeys. Follow us along this winding road.
The North African country of Tunisia has a strong connection with ancient Rome. Many monuments in this country can rival those found in Italy, making it a fascinating place to consider as a travel destination.
Public art, industrial heritage, and urban regeneration in Sicily. Retracing the steps of FestiWall, Bitume Platform aims to prompt a conversation around the urban landscape and its industrial memory.
Calabria is a land famous mostly for the sea, but full of hidden spots with outstanding scenery and legends about love and jealousy. Le Vie della Perla Tour Operator guides us through the most romantic places to discover
Discovering the gems of Ortigia Island with the eyes of a local. There are more than 2,000 reasons to visit the enchanting city of Syracuse, one of the most stunning places in Italy and, dare I say, in the whole world.
Rione Sanità is one of the most ancient areas of Naples’ center. The neighborhood has become home to a large piece of the city’s street art heritage, which has played a major role in urban renewal and social inclusion.
He stands for almost 2 hours as he recounts his escapades, and I am entranced. I can’t look away. He’s got me. This is Dario Castaldo.
A connection built on tobacco and wine. We love a successful migration story: this one features Piedmont and Macedonia, and how tobacco and wine forged a relationship between two magnificent countries.
From Piedmont to Catalunia, the Occitan area crosses the borders of Italy, Spain, and France, and its heritage is still reflected in today's language, culture, and traditions of the remote western valleys of Piedmont.
The concept of nationality comes from that feeling that binds us to places, people, memories, the one made of tiny everyday gestures. This article is a personal reflection of what it is like to live abroad as an Italian.
Street food and the cultural openness to unfamiliar flavours.
With the step into the 21st century the Australian food landscape has become widely diverse, with this vast nation's food industry also heavily influenced by foreign values and trends - particularly in the urban areas.
Chef Leo Gelsomino tells Jytte Holmqvist how he learned to master the mystical art of Sardinian pasta Su Filindeu.
Chefs Silvia Colloca, Giovanni Pilu & Stefano Pingue in conversation with Daniele Curto
The North Italian Gorgonzola cheese can be traced back to the 9th Century.
Etruscan Import is the first food operator that imports from one single area in Italy. (In the photo Natalie and Simone, Founders of Etruscan Imports)
Since the 1500s, the Italians have developed an enviable coffee culture. A culture many other countries also enjoy today.
Sassy.x is a highly successful fusion-type restaurant. Modern and funky but still steeped in traditional Italian culinary traditions.
Barbecued, stir-fried or roasted, there's no doubt that Aussies love their meat. Consuming on average nearly 100 kilograms of meat per person per year, Australians are among the top meat consumers worldwide.
Italy, rich with culture and home to countless culinary traditions, is the inspiration for several businesses that have recently flourished here in Australia.
Life sometimes is more creative than your dreams. For sure Arnie Pizzini couldn't even imagine what his father's property would have become in time, but he had an intuition.
Several studies confirm that drinking wine in moderation benefits brain and its functions. In particular, it protects the brain from memory loss, dementia and cognitive decline.
The last time I was in Rome I stayed in Testaccio, as recommended by a Roman friend. You'll love it, she told me, and she was right.
Five years ago I was diagnosed with an allergy to wheat: this was heartbreaking news. In a very short amount of time I had to re-train my brain to overlook the yeasty, crusty temptation, and seek guilty starchy pleasures in other forms; needless to say it took its toll. How ridiculous! – you might say. Take bread away from an Italian, however, and the situation gets serious.
For the gluten-free folks out there craving a delicious and satisfying slice of pizza, look no further! World Pizza Champion Andrea Cozzolino shares his recipe for a truly authentic Neapolitan gluten free pizza.
Melbourne has many popular places to enjoy food and shop around but it also holds quite a few pleasant surprises for those who are prepared to venture in less known territory.
That's Amore Cheese Diavoletti has been crowned Champion Flavoured Cheese at the Australian Grand Dairy Awards, the Grand Final of dairy competitions in the country.
The words of America's notorious chef could not sound more true in describing Giorgio Linguanti, Melbourne's premier specialty cheese maker and proprietor of That's Amore Cheese...
The only gospel for a Neapolitan pizzaiolo is to knead by tradition- al methods! The recent visit of the "TRUE NEAPOLITAN PIZZA ASSOCIATION" (AVPN) in Melbourne ....
Allow me to begin by saying a mea culpa! When I discovered that seven of the most influential Melbourne-based Italian-Australian businessmen owning their own olive groves...
Marana Forni Ovens are Made in Italy to the highest of standards, from design to craftsmanship production of every single part.
On October 11, The Melbourne Royal Exhibition hosted the Vinitalia Food & Wine Festival, the largest display of Italian wines ever held in Australia.
When I first visited Il Melograno, an extremely cosy café and ice cream parlor located in Northcote, I was suddenly struck by the beauty of the place: its nature-inspired design made of...
A new way to enjoy fine Italian wines by the glass. Andrew De Angelis is the founder of TAP., a brand of "“wine on tap" promoting a new concept to serve fine wines by the glass.
