Category Archives: Food

Argegno to Argegno: Up and Down the Telo Valley

Posted on August 15, 2019 by

Argegno to Argegno: Up and Down the Telo Valley – an excursion up the Telo Valley offers opportunities to appreciate both art and nature while passing through the medieval centres of a variety of mountain villages. Continue reading →

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Como’s Celtic Connection

Posted on February 23, 2019 by

‘Oro di Scozia’ is both a shop and a cultural association aimed at spreading ‘the tastes and flavours of [Scotland] with its rich historical background’ in the words of one of its founders. Continue reading →

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October Gastronomica: A Flurry of Food Festivals

Posted on October 22, 2018 by

October Gastronomica: A Flurry of Food Festivals. GastroLario, Rassegna Gastronomica Valle Intelvi and Rassegna Tremezzina Gastronomica – all intended to promote local cuisine and traditions of hospitality. Continue reading →

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Como’s Four Seasons: 1 – The Re-entry (Il Rientro)

Posted on September 10, 2018 by

Como’s Four Seasons: 1 – The Re-entry, Il Rientro, – a view of the seasonal social calendar on Lake Como. Continue reading →

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Lake Como’s Speciality Dishes and Local Products

Posted on July 13, 2018 by

Lake Como’s Speciality Dishes and Local Products – fish, cheese, polenta and more including the exclusive ‘Resta’ Continue reading →

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E-Biking Food Tour in Bellagio – All Gain, No Pain

Posted on June 13, 2018 by

E-Biking Food Tour – All Gain, No Pain – finding Bellagio’s hidden corners thanks to @lakecomofoodtours Continue reading →

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Going Slow on Lake Como

Posted on April 19, 2018 by

What is Slow Tourism and what are some of its options on Lake Como – in support of AMADO’s initiative Primavera di Mobilita Dolce. Continue reading →

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Don’t Mention the Mafia!

Posted on April 5, 2017 by

The title ‘Don’t mention the Mafia!’ takes inspiration from the episode in Fawlty Towers when Basil admonishes his staff to not mention the war to his German guests. For those not brought up on UK comedy from the 1970’s, my … Continue reading →

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Uncover Your Karma in Como

Posted on March 22, 2017 by

Ayurveda, Yoga, meditation, mindfulness and more – welcome to the world of wellness for English-speakers here in Como. As from 1st April there will be a series of monthly pop-up wellness weekends – with totally flexible levels of participation – … Continue reading →

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Christmas @Como

Posted on December 5, 2016 by

The Christmas lights are on, the Christmas market is open, shoppers are out in force and from this  Thursday –  the day of the Immaculate Conception – the holiday season starts in earnest. Read on for a panoramic view of … Continue reading →

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