Author: Rowena Dumlao

South, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

The Wines of Mamoiada, Sardinia: Where Cannonau Found its Unique Identity

Cannonau is one of the principal grape varieties planted in the island of Sardinia. It is a late-ripening variety that is best suited for the climate of the island where it is predominantly hot and dry. The wine produced from this grape can be blended with other varieties or monovarietal, which most producers prefer. Cannonau is characterized by its full body with deep ruby red … Continue reading The Wines of Mamoiada, Sardinia: Where Cannonau Found its Unique Identity

Rowena Dumlao
North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Poderi Gallino: A Small Family Winery Producing Organic Quality Wines in Piedmont

With almost fifty years of history in viticulture, the Gallino family of Poderi Gallino has shown great passion for their wine production in Cisterna d’Asti, Piedmont since 1977. They cultivate vines in their 6-hectare land between the provinces of Asti and Cuneo. They have small vineyards planted with local grape varieties namely Barbera, Nebbiolo, Arneis and Croatina which are cultivated according to the organic methods … Continue reading Poderi Gallino: A Small Family Winery Producing Organic Quality Wines in Piedmont

Rowena Dumlao
Restaurants

Rovente Osteria: Discovering the Most Tender and Tastiest Grilled Beef in Rome

Chef Diego Beretta and his wife Rosa Di Pietro gave new life to a big space that used to house Il Barrocciaio Restaurant for years. Via Salentina 12 in Rome now has a new modern facade for a new beginning, thanks to the new proprietors. The district of San Lorenzo is linked to authentic Roman cuisine and at the same time, starting to open to … Continue reading Rovente Osteria: Discovering the Most Tender and Tastiest Grilled Beef in Rome

Rowena Dumlao
Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome

Manco Restaurant of Rome: In Search of a Contemporary Key to Lazio Cuisine

Manco was created with one main ingredient: the dream that united four young chefs, Derscariu Cosmin, Edoardo Ceccacci and brothers Marco and Lorenzo Di Paolo, to open a restaurant of their own. The restaurant just opened last summer in Rome and it has been receiving a very good response from the public. Joining them is another young chef, Anastasia Paris, who came back to Italy … Continue reading Manco Restaurant of Rome: In Search of a Contemporary Key to Lazio Cuisine

Rowena Dumlao
Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome

De Zhuang: Chinese Hotpot Cauldron Turns its Heat Up in Rome with its Spicy Oriental Flavors

Hotpot has been on the spotlight for years and with so much reason for it. What’s interesting to know is that this popular Chinese meal has a very long history of more than a thousand years. From its humble beginning among Mongolian horsemen, modern trends even glamorized it with barbie dolls dressed in thin slices of meat, Hello Kitty and teddy bear-shaped mala broth. Legend … Continue reading De Zhuang: Chinese Hotpot Cauldron Turns its Heat Up in Rome with its Spicy Oriental Flavors

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, North, Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Wine Pairing Dinner with Piedmont Wines of Crotin 1897 at Ristorante Approdo 56 in Rome

Federico Russo, the agronomist among the three brothers who are behind Crotin 1897 of Monferrato, Piedmont took four labels of their wine production to Ristorante Approdo 56 in Rome to recount the story of the winery that he runs with his brothers. The wines were paired with the seafood dishes of Chef Pietro Mirto. Among the dishes was pasticcio di lasagne with salicornia and seafood … Continue reading Wine Pairing Dinner with Piedmont Wines of Crotin 1897 at Ristorante Approdo 56 in Rome

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Suinsom Restaurant of South Tyrol: Alessandro Martellini Takes His Innovative Alpine Cuisine to the Top

Hospitality at Hotel Tyrol is a 360-degree experience. It’s about the a picturesque territory surrounded by the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a cozy holiday place where a warm family atmosphere envelopes its guests, and a unique gastronomy where tradition meets innovation in the kitchen of newly-awarded Executive Chef Alessandro Martellini. Hotel Tyrol is a family-run 4-star superior hotel owned by Bibiana Dirler, her … Continue reading Suinsom Restaurant of South Tyrol: Alessandro Martellini Takes His Innovative Alpine Cuisine to the Top

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Italy, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

The Association of Winemakers in Castellina in Chianti Recounts its 20 Years Through Armando Castagno’s Book

In celebration of the 20th year anniversary of the Association of Winemakers in Castellina in Chianti, the association entrusted to Armando Castagno, one of Italy’s well-respected wine professionals, the task of interviewing all 37 wine producers, recounting their stories, their wines and their valued territory, a part of the splendid Chianti Classico area, through a book entitled “Castellina in Chianti – Territorio, Vino, Persone”. As … Continue reading The Association of Winemakers in Castellina in Chianti Recounts its 20 Years Through Armando Castagno’s Book

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Azienda Provveditore: The Expression of Sangiovese in Maremma at the Vertical Tasting of Morellino di Scansano

The vibrant character of Cristina Bargagli of Azienda Provveditore and her wines made up an interesting lunch at Ristorante Ai Bozzi in Rome one fine day in January. The main theme of the meeting was a vertical tasting of the Morellino di Scansano from 2014 to 2018 then lunch with dishes paired with more of her labels such as the 100% Procanico Maremma Toscana DOC, … Continue reading Azienda Provveditore: The Expression of Sangiovese in Maremma at the Vertical Tasting of Morellino di Scansano

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome

Wondering Where to Eat in Fiumicino, Italy? 18 Places From Simple to Fine Dining

Perhaps you know Fiumicino only as the town where your plane lands as the gateway to Rome and to the rest of the country. It’s true. But it is also one of the main fishing ports on where to get the freshest catch on the Tyrrhenian Sea. In addition to that, it is also known among Romans as the destination to eat good seafood because … Continue reading Wondering Where to Eat in Fiumicino, Italy? 18 Places From Simple to Fine Dining

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Villa Santo Stefano in Lucchesia: The Tuscan Dream of the Reitzles Between Vineyards and Olive Groves

A lifetime spent among the world’s luxurious cars suddenly changed direction for Wolfgang Reitzle. Owner of Villa Santo Stefano along with his wife Nina, German-born Wolfgang was an important manager in the automobile sector before arriving in Lucca. After studying Mechanical Engineering and Economics in Munich in 1971, Wolfgang graduated as the youngest Diplom-Ingenieur in Munich at the age of 22. Soon after, he finished … Continue reading Villa Santo Stefano in Lucchesia: The Tuscan Dream of the Reitzles Between Vineyards and Olive Groves

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, South, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

A Day of Discovery of the Irpinian Truffles & Wine at Tenuta Cavalier Pepe

A weekend of Irpinian truffles and wine full immersion has passed with a participation of outstanding number of enthusiasts at Tenuta Cavalier Pepe. Notably a colder zone than the rest of Campania region, Irpinia on Saturday morning was enriched with a full sun and clear blue skies amplifying the exciting experience of truffle hunting with the hunters and their dogs. Milena Pepe of Tenuta Cavalier … Continue reading A Day of Discovery of the Irpinian Truffles & Wine at Tenuta Cavalier Pepe

Rowena Dumlao
Hotels, Restaurants

Nami Carolina Wellness Estate in Cavite, Philippines: A Holiday Home Between a Healthy You and Nature

Nami Carolina Wellness Estate has captured the real essence of thorough relaxation with its beautiful idyllic estate and its amenities. Arriving at the fenced property after going through the country roads of the town of Alfonso in Cavite, the white country house in Cape Dutch style stands uniquely among the local surroundings. Nami Carolina, named after the Ledesma family’s matriarch Carolina, built in 2020, with … Continue reading Nami Carolina Wellness Estate in Cavite, Philippines: A Holiday Home Between a Healthy You and Nature

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Italy, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Ciociaria da Bere: Tasting the World of the Ciociaria Naturale Wine Producers of South Lazio

Ciociaria refers to some territories between today’s Lazio and Campania regions during the 19th century. Modern times did not drop the name, instead it is used with pride by its inhabitants for the beautiful territory is known for rich natural resources such as fresh water streams, woodlands on hillly terrain and ancient gastronomy attached to the territory. A clear definition of its boundaries has never … Continue reading Ciociaria da Bere: Tasting the World of the Ciociaria Naturale Wine Producers of South Lazio

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Proposta Vini, One of the Leading Wine Distributors of Italy, Presented its 2023 Catalogue in Rome

A big participation of 224 producers of wine and 13 of spirits in the presentation of the 2023 Catalogue of Proposta Vini took place between 29 to 30 January 2023 at Nuova Fiera di Roma. The annual appointment that transpired for the first time in Rome after its previous editions in the cities of Parma and Piacenza. It is an important encounter between producers who … Continue reading Proposta Vini, One of the Leading Wine Distributors of Italy, Presented its 2023 Catalogue in Rome

Rowena Dumlao