Celebrating Christmas Like An Italian: 6 Unique Traditions
Italians know how to celebrate Christmas. As a country with deep roots in Christianity, they have many different rituals, customs and traditions that commemorate the festive season. That's why, if you're spending some time in Italy during December, you can expect a unique, yet joyous Christmas experience. As an Alpine Hotel in the Italian Alps, we are also looking forward to all the upcoming festivities. So, without further ado, here are 6 Christmas traditions that are unique to Italy.
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5 Beginner Ski Tricks to Get You Started
If you are considering to have ski trip - why not learn a few tricks to impress your friends? Perhaps you're a beginner skier, and you don't know where to start, or how to perform anything. Rest assured, we have 5 beginner tricks that you can learn while you're on the slopes! They are foundational moves that can lead you into much more complex tricks. Have a read!
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Italian Salumi: 5 Varieties You Should Try
Italy is famous for its excellent, artisanal food products. One of the most popular is salumi - salumi refers to cold cuts of pork that are popularly used as nibbles for Aperitivo or antipasti (starters) in the menus of many Italian restaurants. The product comes in many different varieties across the country, and here are a few that we recommend you trying!
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4 Useful Tips for First-Time Skiers
One of the best activities you do in Winter is to go skiing! There’s something about whizzing through the snowy slopes beside stunning views of the Italian Alps. But if you’ve never gone skiing before, we can imagine how daunting it is. But good news, we, Albergo Miramonti, have compiled 4 useful tips and tricks for first-time skiers. Have a read!
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Winter Italian Dishes You Need to Try!
Now that it’s winter, you’re probably feeling a little chilly due to the drops in temperature, especially if you’re taking a trip to the Italian Alps. One of the best solutions is to eat some hearty Italian cuisine to warm you up in these cold winter months Below, we’ve listed some delicious dishes that you have to try from Northern Italy, as well as from the rest of the country. So, without further ado, we’ll start with:
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Hearty, Winter Italian Dish: Pizzoccheri Recipe
Winter is looming over the Italian Alps, and here at our Alpine Hotel, all we could think about it is eating some good hearty, winter Italian food. One of our firm favourites is Pizzoccheri; a Northern Italian dish, originating from the Valtellina Valley.
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Winter Clothes Guide for the Italian Alps
It’s essential that during your winter getaway, you keep warm and comfortable for all the activities you intend to do, whether it’s skiing, sightseeing or hiking in the Alps. And as an Alpine Hotel, we have to admit, the temperatures drop considerably and you definitely need to consider what you’re going to wear. To make your decision-making process easier, we have listed down a basic guide on the essential clothing you should bring with you to the Italian Alps:
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Best Ski Destinations in Lombardy
Now that winter’s here, what better way to spend time than to go on a ski trip in the Italian Alps. Lombardy is a province in the Northern Italy that is home to many beautiful sights - think of Lake Como, Lake Garda, the Val Camonica valley - and all the mouthwatering Italian dishes that are worth trying! But one of the best things about winter in Lombardy is the variety of ski resorts you can visit. In the colder season, ski resorts begin to open up and welcome more visitors. As an Alpine Hotel, during this season, we get many guests looking to go on an Alpine ski adventure, and undoubtedly, they will be able to find what they’re looking for just by driving! Here, below, are the top four ski resorts we recommend you visit when you’re staying in Lombardy.
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Tips for Vegetarians (Or Vegans!) Travelling to Italy
For vegetarians (or vegans!), it can often be daunting travelling to another country. For many cultures, the instance of 'vegetarianism' may not be as widely-spread, and therefore, it can be challenging to find items in the menu that do not have any meat in it. Today, we are going to provide you with useful tips for travelling and eating in Italy while being vegetarian.
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Northern Italian Desserts You Have to Try
Italians are well-versed in all things desserts - walking into any restaurant, you're bound to find one type of Italian dessert on the list. We're sure you've heard about the tiramisu, gelato and panna cotta. Other than these iconic courses, you will find that every region has its take on sweet treats, adding to the long list of Italian delicacies. Read the article for some Northern Italian desserts that you should try!
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DOP Foods of Italy: What Does It Mean?
If you ever travel to Italy or get your hands on any authentic Italian products - make sure to check the label for DOP. What is DOP, you ask? It indicates that the specific product or ingredient meets certain standards and regulations. Just like the DOC or DOCG classifications of Italian wine, the labels are to make sure the products are genuinely Italian, as well as maintaining high standards of quality. Read the article to find out more.
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How to Drink Coffee Like An Italian
Do you love coffee? If you do, we’re sure that you’ve walked in your local Starbucks or Costa to scan the menu - and what do you find? Much of the jargon used in the art of coffee-making derives from Italian. Whether its an espresso, cappuccino or even a macchiato, all Italiano. It boils down to the fact that much of things we know about coffee, actually originates back to Italy. If you’re travelling to the Italian Alps this upcoming Winter, then there’s no better beverage to have than to indulge in an authentic cup of the finest Italian coffee.
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Your Guide to Traditional Italian Aperitivo
Italy comes with all sort of traditions. One of which includes the pre-dinner ritual - “Aperitivo”. You can find all sorts of Italian regions doing performing this daily custom, it’s just part of everyday life. You can expect glasses of Aperol Spritz and delicious little nibbles passed around the table while socialising with friends and family.
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What is an Italian Wolf? “An Incredibly Fierce Predator from the Italian Alps”
The Alps are home to one of the fiercest animals on Earth - the wolf. Native to the wilderness in areas of Eurasia and North America, it dominates its habitat with its strong hunting instincts and superior muscle structure. No wonder it’s known as an ‘apex’ predator. The wolf is just one of the hundreds of animals that prosper in the mountainous climate of the Italian Alps.
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6 Interesting Facts About Olive Oil
The most quintessential ingredient to Mediterranean cuisine - olive oil! Olive oil is widely used across many kinds of dishes, either for cooking or garnishing. Simply, highly versatile ingredient!
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Italian Truffles: Why Are They So Expensive?
The truffle is an ingredient loved by many gourmet chefs! It is often used to garnish dishes such as risottos, pasta and pizzas (just like our Fantasia di Funghi pizza from our Albergo Miramonti Pizzeria). Have a read below about why truffles are so expensive, as well as other interesting facts about the delicacy.
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5 Interesting Facts About Neapolitan Pizza
Neapolitan pizza is perhaps the most widely-recognised dish to come out of Italy. We all know that roundly-shaped sourdough bread with a delicious tomato sauce slathered on top. It is truly an international favourite - whatever country you go - they always seem to love pizza. And we can’t blame them; the dish is delicious! To commemorate our latest addition to Miramonti Boutique Hotel - the Pizzeria - we have compiled four exciting facts about the world-famous pizza itself.
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Autumn Photography in the Alps: A Guide
Without a doubt, the Alps are one of the most photogenic destinations you could ever travel to. In this article, we want to give you exclusive tips for the Autumn season, as it is perhaps the most stunning time of year to take photos of the Italian Alps!
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Why You Should Visit the Adamello Mountains
Just east of Albergo Miramonti, you can find the Adamello group of mountains located between the provinces of Brescia and Trentino. It is one of the most beautiful destinations you can visit while staying in the Italian Alps with its wide mountain range and picturesque landscapes.
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3 Must-Visit Towns in Brescia
These three beautiful towns are situated within the valleys of the Apennine Mountain range - each with their own unique character. If you are looking to take an excursion from our hotel in the Alps, we recommend you visit these fantastic locations to discover and learn about the Alpine towns of Northern Italy. Whether you’re passionate about history, picturesque views or the cuisine - each of these small towns have something to offer.
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