Liguria is full of gems and little secrets. One lifetime is not enough to discover the many unspoilt towns and villages. Only 80 kilometres from the French border sits the seaside town of Alassio... Rich in culture, history and baci... Read more

Bussana Vecchia may only be a stones throw away from Sanremo and a little drive from my home but like many of the Medieval villages in the area, it is a paradise full of surprises... Bussana Vecchia exisits thanks to the hard work and passion of artists that rebult the village after it was destroyed in the earthquake of 1887.... Read more

This is a very traditional Ligurian dish and is shared by our Bordighera Cooking Goddess, Diana Monaco. Using local products this recipe originated in the region of Genoa in the twentieth century. Read more

Aloe Vera is a plant that grows wild in tropical climates, and can been seen in many parts of Liguria, Italy. It is an easy plant to grow in the home because it requires little in the way of care. Aloe vera has wonderful health and beauty benefits. Read more

Olive Oil plays a big part in Mediterranean cuisine. Liguria produces some of the world's finest Taggiasca olive oil - of the extra virgin variety. Not only a wonderful condiment, extra virgin olive oil has many health benefits. Read more