There are many reasons international families move to Milan; to start a new job, to be close to family, to learn about one’s heritage, or to fulfill a longtime dream of living ‘la dolce vita’. When moving to Milan, in… Continue Reading
In February 2020 Italy went into a strict lockdown. All shops and businesses were closed, and even local transit was suspended. The only place you could go to was to a supermarket or a pharmacy. It has been a… Continue Reading
Coffee is such a predictable part of my everyday life, I hardly even thought it was worth writing about. I was wrong. I have come to realize that coffee is such an important part of my life and I have… Continue Reading
The city of Milan is like one big shopping mall. Some of the world’s most beautiful stores and boutiques can be found in the Milan shopping district. It is a perfect place for gift shopping. However, Milan has a reputation… Continue Reading
I’m sure your mother told you,”Don’t believe everything you see on TV!”, the same should be said for Internet. Today, with the growing surge of social media and remote working, the old adage “put your best foot forward” has been… Continue Reading
Dating back to a Milanese baker from the early 1800’s, Panettone is found on every Italian Christmas table. It has become very popular in other parts of Europe and South America and is spreading throughout North America as well. Popular… Continue Reading
Here in Italy, we’re in lockdown, again. I wrote about Living in Lockdown during the first lockdown when Italy was first hit hard by Covid-19 last spring. We thought it was over, then it wasn’t. Covid-19 cases in Italy have… Continue Reading
When it comes to shopping for luxury ready-to-wear, Italian fashion designers have cornered the market. Big names like Armani, Prada and Gucci come to mind, but there is a sea of top quality Made In Italy brands available at flagship… Continue Reading
Milan is one of Italy’s most metropolitan and contemporary cities. Attracting travelers and business people from all over the world, it has become one of Europe’s most popular destinations. Among the new mirrored-facade skyscrapers and designer boutiques, old Milan hides… Continue Reading
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is at the heart of Milan and is a must see for all tourists visiting the capital of fashion. Not only is it one of the oldest glass covered galleries in Europe, but it is… Continue Reading
Following the previous post Timeline of Italy Coronavirus Lockdown, here is a quick overview of what life in Italy is like now after lockdown. Statistics of new cases of Covid in Italy today have dropped drastically to under 1500 per… Continue Reading
Yes, of course you can find the typical souvenirs of Milan like a poster of The Last Super, a Duomo snow globe or a fridge magnet with the golden Madonna, but this is a city of elegance that deserves to… Continue Reading
The best of Milan in One day Free download – viewed best on mobiles and tablets 24 Hours in Milan – The best of Milan in one day Download now for free A city travel guide to visiting Milan in… Continue Reading
It is unknown what the post Covid-19 era will bring us. Will it be mandatory to wear a mask in public? Designers, crafters and comics have all come up with their own ideas. Some ideas are great some are just… Continue Reading
Everyone has been wondering and speculating on travel in Italy after the Coronavirus COVID-19 crisis. World travel may still have restrictions and limitations during the summer months. No one knows what kind of national or international ordinance will be established… Continue Reading
Since my post of two weeks ago, much has changed here in Italy. Stricter measures and directives have been imposed on residents regarding COVID-19 containment not only in Lombardy but in ALL OF ITALY. (March 18, 2020) With the new… Continue Reading
Just because the museum is closed or you are far away, it doesn’t mean you can’t visit the best museums in Milan. Through the Arts & Culture Project managed by Google and launched in 2011, using their Street View technology… Continue Reading
Italy’s first online guide for culture junkies. Places to Think (localiperpensare.it) lists cafes, tea rooms and bistros throughout Italy where calm and quiet is encouraged and culture is nourished. In Italy it is very common to walk into a cafe and… Continue Reading
Image above: Youth in Milan with masks – in reality, not everyone is wearing masks, photo/Shutterstock Dear MilanoStyle Readers, Thank you for the messages of concern and well wishes!I and my family are well. (Feb 26, 2020) In light of… Continue Reading
Lots of people write into Milanostyle.com asking questions BEFORE they even get here. Questions like: “I’m moving to Milan, where should I live? Is Milan a good place to live? How do I find an apartment in Milan?” Finding an… Continue Reading
A conversation about Fashion, Hair History and living in Milan with Dario Caruso, Milan hairdresser We are so used to seeing the faces of fashion that we rarely consider the people behind the scenes making it all happen. One of… Continue Reading
Ah, heat. There is nothing like sitting in a warm massage pool looking out to a snowy panoramic view. You can soak in the hot waters and if you’re brave enough, do a snow scrub and jump back in! If only… Continue Reading
There has been a lot of talk about “Carbon Neutral Fashion” lately. The keyword “sustainability” remains a focus and go-to phrase for the ecologically fashion minded, but “Carbon Neutral” has taken front stage. Big designer brands like Gucci, Missoni and… Continue Reading
My absolute favorite magazine is opening a pop-up shop in Milan! Monolcle is THE in-the-know media source for everything from travel to shopping, to understanding the underlying political and social challenges countries, cities and their citizens face on a daily… Continue Reading
The Joyne Playce experiential tour of Cividale del Friuli started early in the morning, so I had planned to arrive the day before. I ran into a few obstacles getting there but was pleasantly surprised by the treasures of this… Continue Reading
Join me Sunday September 1, 2019 to learn about the divas that became legends of La Scala Opera of Milan. Expert guide Fabio Tranchida will take us through the history of one of the world’s most beautiful theaters. Guido Tour… Continue Reading
If you are traveling to Venice, sleep here. I truly enjoyed my stay at Joseph Apartments in Venice, Italy. Surrounded by the art galleries and design boutiques of the San Marco district of Venice, the Joseph Apartments are the perfect… Continue Reading
Milan is known for its stylish boutiques in the Golden Quadrilateral, lean models walking the runways and art students sipping Spritz at the cafes of Brera. What many don’t realize is that the Lombardy region of Milan has some of… Continue Reading
Balancing City Life in Milan and Lakeside Living at Lake Como – On the road to Bellagio in the village of Onno at Lake Como, the Villa Ucci Luxury B&B sits embraced by a lush green estate overlooking a private… Continue Reading
Italy is well known for its classic elegance and hides botanical beauties found in its luxury villas and gardens. Throughout the country there are spectacular places to enjoy the natural beauty and amazing surroundings and landscapes. Here we offer just… Continue Reading
It’s not everyday that you walk into a hotel and find a picture of yourself hanging on the wall! That’s exactly what happened to me in Barcelona when I stepped into the foyer of the Granvía Hotel on Gran Vía… Continue Reading
Lutier Riccardo Genovese lived in Lecco at Lake Como between 1927 and 1928 where he made some of today’s most sought after violins. Going, Going Gone! On April 17,2019, the gavel at Il Ponte auction house in Milan pounded at… Continue Reading
Here’s what commuters say about commuting to Milan from it’s hinterland (suburbs, surrounding areas). See what Milanostyle.com has found out about commuters to Milan. Is commuting to Milan one of life’s burdens or a lifestyle choice? Whether it be London, San Francisco,… Continue Reading
There’s been a lot of hype in the news lately about small communities in Italy selling off properties for as little as 1 euro. New communities are adhering to the project every month. So, is it true? Can you really… Continue Reading
Are you considering finding an apartment in Milan? You can find both long term or short term apartment rentals in Milan. You’ll want to know some of the basics such as what kind of rental contracts are available, what is… Continue Reading
In my new FREE download, The Beginners Guide to Bologna, available on ItlayTravelandMore.com, I share my discoveries and insider tips on what to see and do and what and where to eat in Bologna. I believe that experiencing a destination… Continue Reading
Spaghetti Bolognese a.k.a “Spag-bol” is not a Bolognese dish. Virginio Merola, the mayor of Bologna, Italy has officially decided to call out anyone around the world serving Spaghetti Bolognese. He has declared it “fake news”. (Above photo C. Abernethy) Tagliatelle… Continue Reading
Last month, Italian designer and ceramic artist Coralla Maiuri presented her new Bottega d’Arte decorative vase collections at the Paris exhibition Maison & Objet and is now making plans for Milan Design Week, Salone Internazionale del Mobile. Her stylish collection of… Continue Reading
In the heart of Milan, just behind the Marchesi 1824 pastry shop on Corso Magenta are the ruins of the Roman Imperial Palace in Milan where Emperor Maximianus resided in 286 A.D. Once a vast property with a palace, imperial… Continue Reading
Milan is known as the city of fashion and glamour but it doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to have a luxurious experience while visiting. If you are traveling on a budget to Milan, here are some things… Continue Reading
A conversation with Francesco Cogoni and Roberto Pirelli, first and second concierges of the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni I wanted to find out what happens behind the rotating glass door of The Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio, Lake Como,… Continue Reading
From 1805 to 1814 Napoléon Bonaparte, Emperor of the French Empire held a second role as King of Italy. During this time as King of Italy, he started a project with the architect Giovanni Antolini that would transform Milan into… Continue Reading
There’s been a big hoopla here in Italy about whether or not the Italians are ready for or will welcome Starbucks. Today I visited the new and first Starbucks location in Italy. This is an independent review, I have not… Continue Reading
Once again Milan demonstrates that it is an emerging leader in sustainable urban architecture and engineering. Architect Massimo Roj, CEO of Progetto CMR is transforming a once derelict and abandoned building into a “building of the future” for the new… Continue Reading
As a New Yorker and of Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day has always been special. My dad played in NYFD Bagpipe Marching band and Mom never missed an opportunity to make Irish Soda Bread. St. Patrick’s Day is not celebrated… Continue Reading
Fondazione Prada February 18–June 25, 2018 The exhibit Post Zang Tumb Tuuum. Art Life Politics: Italia 1918-1943 at the Fondazione Prada, Milano is a carefully curated show of reconstructed exhibits and artistic activity during the pre-war years. After years of… Continue Reading
You can walk on the rooftops, 250 meters above Piazza Duomo of Milan. The Highline Milano, opened in 2015, offers a panoramic view of the city. You can see everything from the rooftop of the Duomo, to the modern skyline of… Continue Reading
1 cent bags (Jan 2018) – In Italy a new European norm applies a one-cent surcharge on the compostable, biodegradable bags used to collect and weigh fruits and vegetables in the produce section. This does not apply to bags used at… Continue Reading
Walking down the streets of Milan, you can’t help but notice how elegant and composed the Milanese are. They are a seemingly aloof population. It is true that the Milanese are creative, innovative, and hardworking but what is not immediately apparent, is… Continue Reading
I was invited to spend the day with Eva Lako, Instagram influencer, and founder of TheMermaidFashion.com, her personal blog about swimming, beauty, and fashion, which has over 45K followers. I got an exclusive, behind the scenes look at what it… Continue Reading
