A new law passed by Putin prohibits the use of the term Champagne for the French bubbly, allowing it only on local produce. France’s Comité Champagne decried ‘scandalous’ Russia’s new labelling rules and appealed to EU diplomacy. For Federvini (the...
Vinegar can be made from violets, sweets can be made from primroses and egg whites, and there is also a plant that can be used to light a fire. A foraging expert shares her plant knowledge for free to produce...
Today we travel south headed for the coast, where dining destinations share space with important archeological sites. Here are the restuarants of the Rome suburbs Acilia, Ostia, Fiumicino.
Milan is well known for its aperitivo culture, its fine cuisine from appetizer to dessert. But for a mid-afternoon snack, especially when the heat becomes unbearable, there’s nothing better than a refreshing gelato. Here are the 8 best gelaterie in...
Not just Brewer's yeast: even instant yeast for cakes and plum cakes is becoming scarce. But don't worry: you can replace it with simple baking soda and lemon (and in at least 4 other ways).
As part of one of the most popular breakfasts around the world, the starring role is played by the croissant and coffee pairing, a tradition that became popular thanks to the French, but which has its roots in Austria. Today...