ARCHITECTURE IN MILAN
Porta Nuova: A new life in Milan
Named after the Napoleonic gate at its doorstep, Porta Nuova (new door) was once an industrial wasteland. Multiple planners and designers have helped shape the 290,000 square meters of abandoned buildings and railway lines into the towering center of high-tech and international business, featuring the country’s highest spired skyscraper, the Unicredit Tower.
ART EXHIBITIONS
Frida Kahlo remains an internationally celebrated, revolutionary surrealist artist, and a new immersive journey into her amazing life opened in Rome.
DAY TRIP
Wild, beautiful and dangerous animals in an ancient Italian Castle? Crocodiles, piranha, toadfish and many other beasts are just a part of the colorful and blooming jungle of Oasi Sant’Alessio. You can find this amazing green maze just about 40 minutes away from Milan. This incredible Oasi was found in 1973 on the lands of the fascinating fortress of Sant’Alessio built back in far 1413.
EXHIBITION
While her relevance was remarkably underrated until recently, Plautilla Nelli proves to be a critically important figure of the Renaissance. At a time when women were limited, Nelli did something unconventional: she taught herself to paint. Nelli’s Last Supper, the only known one made by a female artist, has been restored for permanent exhibition at Santa Maria Novella. As one of the largest works created by early known female artist, Nelli’s Last Supper is a remarkable testimony for both her skill and boldness.
EXHIBITION
VINCI – Una grande notizia per gli appassionati di arte e di Leonardo in particolare. La mostra “Leonardo a Vinci. Alle origini del Genio”, che ospita il paesaggio del maestro, suo primo disegno autografo, e i documenti di epoca medievale e rinascimentale che raccontano i suoi primi anni vissuti a Vinci, non chiuderà i battenti il 15 ottobre prossimo bensì rimarrà aperta fino al 6 gennaio 2020. La proroga è stata decisa dalla giunta comunale di Vinci, a seguito dell’enorme successo che ha riscosso l’esposizione, registrando un numero di visitatori letteralmente da record.
COOKING IN ITALY
For the budding home chef or the professional looking to expand their skills, the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners may be a place to visit. The ICIF offers professional level trainings to Italian and International chefs but also offers courses for the aspiring foodie, often in the same class settings. While some trainings may take up to six months, the ICIF offers shorter options that serve both professional and foodie alike.
GHOSTS AND BEYOND
Whether it’s the release of dopamine and endorphins or something else, people like to be scared. The rising popularity of escape rooms and horror films receiving mainstream recognition indicates people enjoy fear in controlled dosages. Birthplace to famous horror directors like Dario Argento and Mario Bava, Italy has a dark underbelly with destinations and events for the fearful and fearless alike. If ghostly tours, ghastly sites or scary festivals tickle the ‘scary’ bone, give Cultural Italy a ‘scream’.
INSPIRED BY THE MOON
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Como’s theatre Teatro Sociale announces a whole season with the moon as its inspiration. Taking history’s ‘small step for man, a big step for humanity’ as inspiration, the season explores uncharted territory, with historical relevance and glimpses into the mysterious.