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Tumi Sachs

Megumi Ueda

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Tumi Sachs

Holiday Aperitivo at Home

7 Dec, 2025

As the holiday season approaches, gatherings at home or at friends’ places naturally become more frequent. So today, I’d like to introduce cocktail and snack recipes that look stylish and festive, yet are incredibly easy to make. So if the cold weather during the holidays is keeping you in, all you need is one great bottle and a thoughtful food pairing to elevate an ordinary evening at home, to a refined culinary experience for you and your guests.

Corrado Tiberio

The Story of Poli Distillery

29 October, 2025

You can’t talk about the Poli family without first understanding the land they come from. The distillery—and indeed the Poli dynasty—roots itself in Schiavon, a small village nestled at the foot of Monte Grappa, just a few kilometers from the renowned Bassano del Grappa—the home of the Poli Grappa Museum. As the name suggests, this is the heart of Italy’s premier grappa-producing region.

Corrado Tiberio

Grappa 101

28 October, 2025

This article was created in collaboration with Poli Distillerie, following a guided tour of their historic facility in Schiavon (Vicenza) and the Grappa Museum in Bassano del Grappa: visit Poli Distillerie. Grappa is a unique spirit on the global stage: it's the only alcoholic beverage made by distilling marc – the skins and leftovers of grapes after winemaking – and the name “Grappa” can only be used for products made in Italy.

Megumi Ueda

A Deep Dive into Bitter Fusetti

May 6, 2025

A special masterclass on Bitter Fusetti was held at Enoteca del Frate in Rome. The session was led by none other than Flavio Angiolillo, the renowned Milan-based bartender and founder of the Bitter Fusetti. As a key figure in the Family Group, which operates several well-known bars, Flavio has played a significant role in shaping Italy’s contemporary bar scene. Bitter Fusetti has already gained popularity across Europe and the U.S., and its influence continues to grow.

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Megumi Ueda

The Neutral Zone of Gelato

1 August, 2025

News

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Giuffrè Forno & Gelato offers over 20 kinds of gelato and granita, along with freshly baked brioches and traditional pastries. The first shop opened in 2018 in the Trastevere neighborhood, and now there are three locations in Rome, including Colli Portuensi and Marconi.

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Mother Mesccia

22 July, 2025

Spirits

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When you think of Monaco, rum probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But believe it or not, this tiny Mediterranean principality once had a unique and vibrant rum culture. One that’s now making a bold comeback. Back in the 17th century, Monaco had its own way of enjoying rum. Caribbean rum, brought over by Genoese ships, would arrive at the port of Monte Carlo.

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Megumi Ueda

Venice Cocktail Week 2025

20 July, 2025

Events

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Planning a fall getaway to Italy? If you're into cocktails, culture, and a splash of elegance, you’ll want to mark your calendar for Venice Cocktail Week 2025, taking place from Wednesday, October 22 to 26 in the one and only city of canals, Venice.

With a strong connection to the bar scenes in Italy, Japan, and Europe, we bring a unique global outlook. Our articles are written by industry professionals, including bartenders, brand ambassadors, and beverage consultants.

Megumi Ueda

Freni e Frizioni "Inked: The Liquid Tattoo"

Freni e Frizioni

Megumi Ueda

Guest Night with Erik Lorincz at Wisdomless Club

Wisdomless Club

Megumi Ueda