Instead of reaching for red wine this winter, why not try an Italian white? Fun, versatile, and approachable, Italian white wines brighten even the gloomiest winter day. Plus, they pair well with everything - from holiday celebrations and Sunday brunches, to cozy aprés-ski fondue and evening firesides. Not sure where to start? Consider these five Italian white wine styles to share with your friends and family this winter:
Read more10 Books That Will Transport You to Italy
Enjoy this list of 10 books set in different parts of Italy. No matter where you dream of going—from North to the South, from the islands and coasts to the mountains, from popular cities to the dusty country roads—La Dolce Vigna has got your covered!
Read moreItalian Rhapsody in Blue: Travel Inspiration Based on Pantone's Color of the Year
Beginning in 2000, the Pantone Color Institute began selecting and featuring a Color of the Year. This year, the honor went to Pantone 19-4052 aka Classic Blue. As we Americans, unfortunately, aren’t going anywhere this summer, I thought I would give us some Italian travel inspiration based on this particular shade of blue. Enjoy!
Read moreMinty Sainsbury Renders Italy: Photorealist Drawings of Italian Architecture
Duomo, Milan
With her humble pencil in hand, British artist Minty Sainsbury Captures Italy’s grand architecture one square Inch at a time.
After discovering her impressive drawings on Instagram and playing message tag for months, Minty and I were finally able to connect this winter so that I could learn more about her art practice and its particular interest in Italy. Below is an interview as well as images of her meticulous artwork.
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