The new collaboration between Baglioni and Chef Claudio Sadler is for the Baglioni Hotel Luna in Venice. Following the Michelin star awarded to Gusto by Sadler at the Baglioni Resort Sardegna, this new restaurant, helmed by resident chef Gennaro Balice, aims at striking a skilful balance between tradition and innovation. 

The Baglioni, which is Venice’s oldest hotel (the building dates back to 1118) is a Leading Hotel of the World and is located less than a hundred metres from St. Mark’s the landmark square in the heart of Venice. 

The Canova Bistrot is a more informal setting 

The property also has the Canova Bistrot, where you can enjoy classics of Italian regional tradition served in a more informal setting. And the Canova Bar, recently restyled and featuring a large counter, tables with burnished brass inserts and armchairs upholstered in classic Rubelli fabrics, is the ideal for relaxing with a coffee or enjoying a pre-dinner cocktail.

“I am delighted to bring my philosophy of cuisine to Venice”

 “I've always been fascinated by the world of hôtellerie, and the opportunity to collaborate with the Baglioni brand appealed to me right from the start," Sadler says. "Venice is an incredible city and I am delighted to bring my philosophy of cuisine here. We will do our utmost to ensure that in this historic hotel our dishes will make every customers' culinary dreams come true".

The Canavese, a land of extraordinary biodiversity and harmony where beauty, history, sport and culinary delights abound, is a splendid corner of Italy’s north-western Piedmont region, surrounded by gentle hills and green valleys.

Harboring a wealth of natural, historical and artistic treasures from castles, towers and ancient churches, to morainic mountain ranges, high-altitude meadowlands, lakes and vineyards, the nerve centre is the city of Ivrea. Just a few kilometres from Turin and an hour's drive from Milan, Ivrea was originally the Roman Eporedia, founded in 100 B.C. and today it is divided into the old town and the industrial Ivrea.

A city with traces of Roman and medieval days

The presence of man in the Canavese is very ancient and has left traces since prehistoric times. First populated by Celtic populations and then colonized by the Romans and later by the Longobards, the territory is deeply linked to the Middle Ages. Strolling along the alleys and streets of Ivrea’s old centre you can still find some traces of ancient walls and monuments that remind us of its Roman and medieval history.

The industrialist Olivetti built modern Ivrea from the 1930s

The industrial part of the city dates to between 1930 and 1960 and consists of architecture linked to Adriano Olivetti's industrial and socio-cultural project: a complex of buildings designed by the most famous 20th century Italian architects and town planners. Like the former Hotel La Serra and all the buildings located on Via Jervis, from the first factory of red bricks to the 50s and 60s settlements., You can also visit a museum with all the Olivetti products, from the typewriter to calculators and  PC.

Oranges are used as weapons in Ivrea’s annual carnival 

Ivrea’s annual carnival is a unique event that brings history and myth, tradition and spectacle, emotions and great ideals to the streets and squares of the city. The highlight is a battle with oranges in memory of a legendary medieval episode of liberation from the tyranny of the lord who starved the city. Today the townspeople, divided into nine teams, re-enact the legendary battle, pelting each other with oranges which represent the stones thrown at the feudal lord’s castle in order to demolish it. 

The Savoy kings owned property in the Canavese

Another important historical period for tourism in the area was the 19th century period of the royal hunts and the presence of the Savoy royal family and Turin’s nobility. They had hunting lodges and splendid villas in the area and in particular in Ceresole, which then added Reale to its name and is in the Gran Paradiso National Park which is Italy's oldest park and is celebrating its first 100 years in 2022.  

Prehistoric pile dwellings of Lake Viverone

The region has four UNESCO World Heritage sites

The Canavese has four Unesco heritage sites: the prehistoric pile dwellings of Lake Viverone, the Ducal Castle of Agliè a former Savoy residence, the ancient sanctuary of the Sacred Mount of Belmonte, and the city of Ivrea with its extraordinary architecture and Olivetti cultural heritage. In summer the region is very popular for hiking, climbing and enjoying relaxing walks through alpine pastures or around the numerous lakes, enjoying the silence of the mountains and the sudden appearance of chamois, ibex, eagles and marmots. In the winter months it is a paradise for downhill and cross-country skiing, ski touring, ice climbing and snowshoeing.

Gourmet lunches in a hot air balloon

For those who prefer more relaxing pastimes there is forest bathing, cooking, ceramics and painting courses, sensory trails and wine and spa experiences to relax with a glass of wine. And for a VIP experience you can fly in a hot air balloon with your own personal chef who will prepare a gourmet lunch or aperitif just for you high up in the sky.

The Tour Operators' Consortium promotes the area

The Valli del Canavese Consortium is made up exclusively of private tourism businesses (accommodation facilities, restaurants, producers of local products, tour operators and service businesses) and aims at enhancing the tourism, cultural, sporting and environmental heritage of the Canavese valleys.  Members attend trade fairs and workshops, organize events, promote the area through publications, and with online and offline promotional activities of places and itineraries of interest as well as providing a wide range of tourist services.

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Packages and tours for individuals and groups

Established in 2012 the Consortium has some 60 members and counts 800 beds, 30 restaurants, 12 farmers and producers, seven tour operators and service companies. It can offer everything from simple hotel and restaurant accommodation to guided activities such as nature sports, sightseeing tours of villages and castles, museums, food and wine tastings, cookery courses etc. It also offers complete tailor-made packages for individuals and groups, bus and car transport, services and unique experiences to discover the area's history and art, nature, food and wines.

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Vineyard itineraries on foot or by bike

The Consortium recently launched vineyard itineraries to discover the beautiful landscapes and wine treasures of the Canavese area. On foot or by bicycle these ten itineraries cover the region’s fabled wine-growing areas, with fascinating routes leading to the discovery of natural, artistic and historical treasures. Varying in length from one to seven hours on foot, they also intersect with historical routes such as the ancient Via Francigena pilgrim’s way. The Consortium’s tourist packages or day trips by ebike or minibus are accompanied by expert tour guides, cycling guides and also sommeliers for the wine and food itineraries. And on the subject of gourmet experiences, what about dinner in a vineyard to enjoy the Canavese’s  excellent food and wine? 

Summer Voucher Vacanze Piemonte packages

This summer the Voucher Vacanze Piemonte will also be back - with a 50% discount for a 4-night stay and for one-day experiences. So what are you waiting for? Come and discover the beautiful Canavese region.

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Although Modica, a small late-Baroque paradise in the province of Ragusa, was reborn from the ashes of a devastating earthquake in 1693, it still has fascinating signs of its most ancient past. It was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2002 for its historic centre which is a treasure trove of Baroque architecture.

The oldest part of Modica is on the ruins of an old castle

The city is situated on a large plateau that was once crisscrossed by two rivers. Between 1700 and 1800, Modica had 17 bridges making it look like another Venice. It also had many mills along the riverbanks, but these were gradually replaced by industrial mills as the waters were channelled to supply the city's water system. The oldest part of Modica is centred on the ruins of an ancient castle with a maze of alleyways leading to the city's highest point.

The Church of San Giorgio has a 19th-century organ

Modica is entirely built in the Baroque style; in fact, little of the previous architecture survives with the exception of the mediaeval old centre. The Mother Church of San Giorgio, which was built after the earthquake, is one of the most notable examples of this architectural style. The interior is divided into five naves and features twenty-two Corinthian columns, as well as priceless works of art and a large19th-century organ that is still in perfect working order. 

The Baroque style is omnipresent in Modica

Palazzo Polara, which is near the church of San Giorgio, is an example of  Modena’s civil architecture and there are interesting similarities between the facades of the two buildings, as  both the palace and the church are in Baroque style with elegant staircases.

Chocolate was introduced by the Spanish in the 16th century

The city is also known for its chocolate, which is made using a unique cold processing method which, according to some sources, was introduced during the Spanish dominance of Sicily in the 16th century. At that time the county of Modica was the most important feudal state in southern Italy and enjoyed  administrative autonomy.

Exploring the city of Rovigo and the Po Delta, which is a seductive water labyrinth, brings you into contact with a world where "the land does not begin and the sea does not end."

Vittorio Emanuele Square Rovigo

Medieval architecture and fortifications

The architectural evidence along the city streets tells of a settlement that began as an Episcopal feud to which were then added many monuments and palaces during the Middle Ages. The Torre Donà tower, which is the city's emblem, and the Torre Mozza which are the remains of the ancient medieval fortifications can still be admired today.

The Accademia dei Concordi is an important art gallery

Signaling traces of Venetian days, in the city centre we find the elegant Palazzo Roncale, while Palazzo Roverella marks the peak of the affirmation of Ferrara-Emilian architecture in Rovigo. The Poverella Palace, which has been restored, is the new home of the Accademia dei Concordi art gallery, one of the most important in the Veneto region and a venue for prestigious contemporary exhibitions.

Churches and bell towers

Of particular interest is the Sanctuary of the Beata Vergine del Soccorso, known as the Rotonda due to its octagonal plan, which is flanked by the Longhena bell tower. 

Not far away we come to the Duomo, which was the first church to be built in Rovigo and which was enlarged and rebuilt several times until it became the current 18th-century building which houses an important art collection.

A museum dedicated to rural civilizations

If you are looking for a quiet corner, you can visit the Monastero Olivetano di San Bartolomeo, which is a delightful an oasis of peace and ideal for a contemplative break. To get to know Rovigo and its traditions, a visit to the Museo dei Grandi Fiumi (Museum of the Great Rivers) is a must. It is dedicated to the history of the rural civilizations that were suspended between land and water and had strong links to the rhythms of the river Po and the nearby sea.

The Po Delta is Europe’s largest wetland

The Po Delta is a complex territory, and for this reason it is perhaps not easy to explore. It is in fact a water labyrinth, a place where "the land does not begin and the sea does not end." These are places of strong contrasts that convey seduction, magic and wonder. An immense expanse representing the largest wetland area in Europe and in the Mediterranean, it covers 786 square kilometres of which more than 120 are protected as a regional park. 

A unique and ancient landscape

The delta is a nature wonderland, and its environmental aspects are closely connected with the important and continuous human interventions on the territory, which over the millennia have left significant traces on the delta’s landscape. In the variety of environments and artefacts that together create this unique landscape, there is one that is the symbol of the hard-working and courteous people of the Delta and what they have done and will continue to do to build and preserve this land: the Cà Vendramin which is home to the Regional Museum of Land Reclamation.

Ancient villages and an archaeological museum

Among the many places where nature is at its most "natural" we can list the coastal Botanical Garden of Porto Caleri, the Golena di Cà Pisani, the fossil dunes, and the Bocche di Po Nature Reserve. Inland you can find fascinating ancient villages, such as the historic centre of the city of Adria, which gave its name to the Adriatic Sea and is home to the National Archaeological Museum with Etruscan, Celtic, Greek and Roman finds. Also of interest are Loreo, a former stronghold of the Republic of Venice, and San Basilio an ancient stopping post on the Via Popilia, which is now a popular tourist attraction. 

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