A Wine Country Weekend Getaway from Milan Villa Sparina Resort in Piedmont

A Wine Country Weekend Getaway from Milan Villa Sparina Resort in Piedmont

There are weekends that blend into the rhythm of everyday life, and then there are weekends that leave a mark — the kind you find yourself remembering in small details long after you’ve returned home....

Why International Families Are Choosing UpTown Milano’s 30-Hectare Park

Why International Families Are Choosing UpTown Milano’s 30-Hectare Park

When people think of Milan, they often picture its grand cathedrals, fashion streets, and world-class design. Yet for families and professionals who have chosen to live here, Milan’s appeal goes far b...

What to Say in Business Meetings

What to Say in Business Meetings

Everyone spends a lot of time in meetings at work: you can’t avoid them! Taking part in a meeting in English can be quite stressful, too: you not only have to think about what you’re saying but also h...

Italy’s Fashion Legacy: Where Style Meets Craftsmanship

Italy’s Fashion Legacy: Where Style Meets Craftsmanship

Italy’s global reputation in fashion stems from centuries of artistry, innovation, and a deep-rooted appreciation for beauty and quality. From the dynamic streets of Milan to the timeless charm of Rom...

American Fashion Brands That Italians Love

American Fashion Brands That Italians Love

American Style Meets Italian Elegance American expats and fashion lovers in Italy have long celebrated the unique blend of cultures that influence their lifestyle — and fashion is no exception. From t...

What Italians Do in August: Vacation, Ferragosto & the Great Summer Exodus

What Italians Do in August: Vacation, Ferragosto & the Great Summer Exodus

August in Italy is unlike any other time of year. While tourists pour into cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice under the hot Mediterranean sun, Italians themselves are packing their bags and headin...

10 Great Reasons to Try Scottish Country Dancing in Milan

10 Great Reasons to Try Scottish Country Dancing in Milan

Looking for a unique and engaging way to stay fit, meet people, and experience authentic Scottish culture in Milan? Look no further than Scottish Country Dancing (SCD) with the Milan Scottish Country ...

How to Plan the Best Serravalle Designer Outlet Shopping Day

How to Plan the Best Serravalle Designer Outlet Shopping Day

The Ultimate Guide to get the most out of a shopping excursion to Serravalle Designer Outlet near Milan Just an hour from Milan, Serravalle Designer Outlet offers luxury brands at incredible discounts...

Francesca Rava Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Impact with Sold-Out Evening at Teatro alla Scala in Milan

Francesca Rava Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Impact with Sold-Out Evening at Teatro alla Scala in Milan

On the evening of June 4, 2025, Milan’s iconic Teatro alla Scala was filled to capacity in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Francesca Rava Foundation – NPH Italia ETS. The milestone celebration br...

PRIDE SPORT ARENA 2025

PRIDE SPORT ARENA 2025

Pride Sport Arena Returns to Milan, June 21–22 at Arco della Pace On Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, the square at Arco della Pace transforms into the Pride Sport Arena—a two-day celebration of...

Weekend Escape: Discover Italian Fashion and the Ligurian Riviera

Weekend Escape: Discover Italian Fashion and the Ligurian Riviera

Italy has a way of blending breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural traditions, and world-renowned style into a single unforgettable experience.  Imagine a weekend where you drive along the sun-drenche...

Weekend Escape from Milan: Explore Wine, Culture & Shopping in Alto Monferrato

Weekend Escape from Milan: Explore Wine, Culture & Shopping in Alto Monferrato

After you have explored Milan’s city center and familiarize yourself with its immediate surroundings, it’s time for a weekend getaway to the tranquil countryside. One of our favorite destinations for ...

Piano City Milano

Piano City Milano

Piano City Milano is the first-ever city-wide festival in Milan that celebrates the piano as an instrument of cultural significance and artistic expression. Since its first appearance in 2011, the eve...

Easter Traditions and Food in Italy: A Celebration of Symbolism and Taste

Easter Traditions and Food in Italy: A Celebration of Symbolism and Taste

Easter in Italy is not just a religious celebration; it is a feast for the senses, filled with rich food traditions that have been passed down through generations. Each dish is imbued with meaning, co...

Free Sunday Museums: Domenica al Museo

Free Sunday Museums: Domenica al Museo

Milan offers residents and visitors alike a unique opportunity to delve into its cultural heritage. Every first Sunday of the month, Milan opens its door to art enthusiasts, history lovers, or just cu...

MIART

MIART

Held annually in April and organised by Fiera Milano and directed by Nicola Ricciardi, Miart – Milan’s International Modern and Contemporary Art Fair – is the exhibition that presents the largest chro...

Milan Design Week (Salone Del Mobile)

Milan Design Week (Salone Del Mobile)

Milan Design Week, also known as Salone del Mobile, is one of the most anticipated events in the global design calendar. Held annually in April, at the Fiera Milano exhibition center, this week-long e...

Dress Italian Style with These 7 Essential Items

Dress Italian Style with These 7 Essential Items

Master the Art of “Fare Bella Figura” — Dressing to Impress, Italian-Style The key to Italian style is to strike a balance by incorporating bright colors without excess. Italians are known for their c...

FAI Spring Days

FAI Spring Days

FAI Spring Days is an event organized by the Fondo Ambiente Italiano dedicated to the cultural and landscape heritage of Italy, with free visits to 750 special places in 400 cities, from large capital...

Milano Fashion Week

Milano Fashion Week

Milan Fashion Week stands as one of the most important international events in the fashion industry, and is expected by both professionals and fashion enthusiasts who are more attentive to emerging tr...

Eating the Italian Way

Eating the Italian Way

Italian cuisine is renowned for its emphasis on fresh ingredients, simplicity, and regional diversity. A traditional Italian meal typically consists of multiple courses, each serving a specific role i...

Top English Cinema In Milan

Top English Cinema In Milan

Milan has been a cultural hub for years in fashion, design, and cinema. Many films have also made their debut in Milan. But as an expat, it can be challenging to find good films available in English o...

Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes

Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes

In 1620, a boat filled with more than 100 Pilgrims set sailed away from England across the Atlantic in search for a new land. They landed on present day Massachusetts and began a new life. The Pilgrim...

Talking to Saint Andrew

Talking to Saint Andrew

  According to Christian tradition, Saint Andrew was born in 7 or 6 BC in Galilee. In 30 AD, Andrew and his brother Peter were summoned by Jesus to give up their trade as fishermen to become “fishers ...

Diwali Festival in Milan

Diwali Festival in Milan

Diwali is one of the most prominent festivals in India, celebrated globally by Hindus Sikhs and Jains. Its roots date back 2500 years. The festival is all about celebrating the triumph of good over ev...

Top Free Museums in Milan

Top Free Museums in Milan

Milan is a cultural hub packed with history and art. As one of the fashion capitals of the world, there is much to explore if you are an art lover in this lively city, and what’s better is you get to ...

Meeting New People in Milan

Meeting New People in Milan

Moving to a new city by yourself can be stressful, especially when it comes to meeting new people and making friends. Fortunately, there are countless opportunities to do just that, but where do you e...

The Art of Bargain Hunting: Discovering Milan’s Shopping Districts

The Art of Bargain Hunting: Discovering Milan’s Shopping Districts

Milan, the beating heart of Italian fashion, is renowned worldwide for its chic, sophisticated style. An experience in Milan is not complete without a shopping excursion. A walk down Via Monte Napoleo...

Teatro alla Scala

Teatro alla Scala

Nestled in the heart of the city, La Scala, Milan’s renowned opera house, is considered among the most prestigious theaters in the world. For over two centuries, it has captivated its audience through...

Scottish Country Dancing Courses

Scottish Country Dancing Courses

More of the same is probably the best way to sum up the period from September 2023 to June 2024. Scottish Country Dancing has the advantage that you can do it anywhere (well, almost anywhere, deep sea...

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