Michela Becchi

Like every year, spring brings with it the publication of the Gambero Rosso guide Oli d'Italia, a manual dedicated to the best extra-virgin olive oils of the Peninsula. Here are the special prizes awarded since the last edition.

The first ever was in the Maldives, soon followed by Dubai. In 2019 it will be Europe’s turn to surprise the public with the first underwater restaurant. Sneak preview of the Norwegian project by Snøhetta. 

Dining entrepreneurship always presents risks, especially in certain neighbourhoods. Umberto Montano managed in Florence, doubling in Rome, and tripling the format within the Tuscan I Gigli mall. A year after the Rome opening we asked the founder for his thoughts...

From Niko Romito’s Reale to Metrò of the Fossaceca brothers: the interiors designed by Leonardo De Carlo reflect his style. Presenting the philosophy and projects of the Abruzzo native architect. 

Lavazza launches a brand new digital space intended as a forum hub for coffee lovers. Turin-based design studio Bellissimo is in charge of the graphics and the creation of an ad hoc icon for the platform.

Ex-food critic, TV personality, above all a lover of fine dining and a passionate cook, Steven Raichlen has found in grilling his best means of expression. Filming of his new TV programme of Gambero Rosso Channel is concluded. The show...

To brew a fine cup of coffee one needs to study, dedication and research. In order to promote the black gold coffee culture, and instil awareness in consumers, one needs entrepreneurial mentality and a pinch of courage. Like Coffee Collective...

From cheese to couscous, by way of sake and desserts, September is the opening of the food festival season in Italy. Here are the most interesting ones. 

Social eating is in constant growth, with it come a plethora of newly launched start-ups, innovative platforms developed for food sharing. The latest project is called Foody, a food tourism platform created for travellers looking for a 360-degree culinary experience.

There are currently 30 chefs in the charity’s solidarity campaign in the fight against malnutrition in 47 world countries. Italian culinary celebrities are part of the list of ambassadors in the “Ristoranti contro la fame” project. Here’s how you can...