For Sale in Le Marche the best positioned Villa of the Region

Prestigious luxury villa on the Conero coast with vineyard and view of the Adriatic sea for sale.

Villa Levante is one of the most prestigious luxury coastal propertis for sale in Le Marche. The extarordianry view, the proximity to the beach (there is a privately owned path down to the seaside) and the exclusive position in the Conero National Park all make for an outstanding property unique to the Italian Adriatic Coast.The [...]

Roman Towns of Le Marche

Ancona - Ancona was founded by Greek settlers from Syracuse about 387 BC, who gave it its name: Ancona is a very slightly modified transliteration of the Greek Αγκων, meaning “elbow”; the harbour to the east of the town was originally protected only by the promontory on the north, shaped like an elbow. Greek merchants established a [...]

A Tour of Italy in the Kitchen: Le Marche

Marche boasts some of the most pristine coastline along the Adriatic Sea, along with the Apennine Mountains and rich fertile hillsides, ideal for grapevines. Marche is Italy’s secret culinary region. Marche cuisine consists of truffles and robust cheeses from the mountains, tender hams and salame, and brodetto (fish soup). Olives are valued in Marche for [...]

Exploring Italian Varietals: Part 1

A few days ago, I tried a Pecorino from the central Italian region of Le Marche produced by Saladini Pilastri. Saladini Pilastri is located in the beautiful Italian town of Spinetoli, and the history of the Count Saladini Pilastri dates all the way back to the year 1000. Agricultural activities for this noble family began [...]

5-bedroom Villa for up to 10 people: Estate Leopardi, Montefiore dell’Aso

Escape to Montefiore dell’Aso, Le Marche, Italy for up to 7 nights in an exclusive 5-bedroom villa for up to 10 people. Nestled in the gorgeous Italian countryside just ten minutes away from the medieval hilltop village of Montefiore dell’Aso in Le Marche, Italy, the stunning five acre Estate Giacomo Leopardi has it all. The [...]

Villa Raffaella: Elegant Villa for sale in Marche, Italy

Villa Raffaella is a unlike most villas of its type in Marche. Although of the classic 19″‘ Century style, the villa consists of a manageable 700sqm and is therefore a little smaller than most. The rustic interior on the ground and first floor also show an unusual attachment to its rural roots. The villa, which needs complete [...]

Le Marche Fish Soup: it’s worth a flight

Le Marche Fish Soup in a particular presentation

A traditional dish from Marche, a region is located in the Central area of the country, bordered by Emilia-Romagna and the republic of San Marino to the north, Tuscany to the north-west, Umbria to the west, Abruzzo and Lazio to the south and the Adriatic Sea to the east. The trick for this recipe is the variety of fish and shellfish used, all, needless to say, fresh from the sea.  All [...]

Good Le Marche Wines: Velenosi Rosso Piceno DOC

Rosso Piceno DOC – Velenosi Vineyards, Ascoli Piceno, Italy – This brilliant ruby-red blend, with equal parts Montepuliciano and Sangiovese grapes, comes from vineyards surrounding Ascoli Piceno in the Marche region of Central Italy, just 25k from the Adriatic Sea. This wine’s bouquet is zesty, as your nose takes in fragrant hints of forest fruits, [...]

6 Things to Love About Le Marche

Often overlooked by many visitors to Italy, the unspoiled region of Le Marche located between the Adriatic coast and the Apennine Mountains is a hidden gem that has more to offer than you can imagine. Boasting spectacular sceneries and charming towns such as Urbino and Ascoli Piceno, here are 6 things to love about Le [...]

Le Marche Accommodation: Valle del Metauro, Montemaggiore al Metauro

Although submerged in the green hills that flank the Metauro River Valley, The Metauro Valley Country House is the ideal place for people who love to live a period of rest marked by quality and naturalness, an oasis of tranquility and well-being ready to welcome you all over the year. Born from the renovation of [...]

Celebrate the reopening of the fishing in Adriatic with tasty Fried Anchovies and Sage

For those out there that think of anchovies as “bait” taste again! The oily anchovies pair perfectly with the savory flavor of sage, dipped in a light batter and fried quickly until golden they are absolutely addictive & perfect with a glass of white wine before dinner. Commonly overlooked, but absolutely delicious is the blue [...]

Four Stars Hotel Le Marche: Hotel Posillipo, Gabicce Monte PU

Hotel Posillipo offers a fine seafood restaurant and a terrace with a heated swimming pool; both of which boast one of the best views along the Adriatic Coast. The Posillipo is set in a small, peaceful town on the hillside in Gabicce Monte, in Le Marche. A shuttle bus takes you to a nearby beach [...]