Decorated nets have existed for thousands of years, but the rapid development of needle and bobbin lace started in earnest in the early 16th century in the Venice and Milan areas of current Italy and ...

I write about emerging markets, fashion, arts, and culture ... Lithuania has been a fine linen pioneer since the 16th century. Here linen is part of folklore, family inheritance and everyday ...

Early modern people in Europe believed in witchcraft and the supernatural, and in times of duress, might blame supposed witches for unfavorable events.

Nestled just a short distance from Florence, within the hills of Tuscany, is a historic Medici estate where you can live like ...

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Coriander leaves fell even further out of fashion ... and communions. Italy enjoyed a reputation as a center of culinary innovation and refinement until the end of the 16th century, says Moyer ...

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But what are macarons? Today, we’ll be taking a close look at this unique type of cookie. Let’s talk about macarons, before ...

By Milena Lazazzera More than 100 porcelain perfume bottles from the 18th century are being offered for private sale in connection with the auctions of “The Giordano Collection” of Italian ...

Interior details of the 16th century Church of San Maurizio in Milan, Italy. Why visit? Italy’s fashion capital has developed into a vibrant destination where visitors can experience rich ...