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Sicilian Wines: Cottanera,
Date posted: 25th May 2013
Mariangela Cambria, the owner of Cottanera Vinery is a strong woman who tamed Etna’s territory to produce one of the best wines on the market today, this is her story.
Adèle and Léa: sapphic love will win at Cannes
Léa Seydoux and Adèle Excharchopoulous are the revelation of the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. As expected, their movie is one of the best loved by the critics, and we’re ready to bet on a prize or two going to the movie or the young actresses.
Nadal the man to beat at French Open
It’s hard to look past anyone other than Rafael Nadal for the French Open title, but Djokovic wants this one badly and can’t be counted out, anything can happen in two weeks of clay court tennis at Roland Garros from May 26 until June 9.
Ferrari must be streets ahead in Monaco
After Ferrari’s first and third place finishes at Barcelona it’s time to push on at the championship’s most unpredictable and toughest track in Monte Carlo at the Monaco Grand Prix.
All Wembley’s Champions League finals
The Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund takes place at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday 25th May at 20:45 (BST). It is the 6th European Cup final to take place at the home of English football. Swide remembers the previous Wembley finals.
Banned for taking it too low
What's the problem? Age, beauty and what's acceptable are usually what the leading ladies from the world of music and cinema are gossiped about... and occasionally so are 'norms' like us and this week's leading lady is certainly feeling the heat.
Taste of Milano: What not to miss
A Festival that celebrates food in all its forms, Taste of Milano is a chance to eat at Michelin-starred restaurants without having to book long in advance and to enjoy a festive moment that tastes like summer. What’s not to love?
How to Self Tan like a pro
Summer seems to be eluding us, and that pasty white skin is starting to annoy even the most purist sun worshippers amongst us and making us turn towards fake tanning. If you choose to dare to sport the orange look, here are the best self tanning products out there.
3 songs to… Cast light Over Iceland
Mood Swings has his sights set on Iceland this week, tracking down those who are making a glorious noise. Here’s what he found.
Top 5 Jewellery Heists
Cannes Film Festival is attracting all sorts of attention but not for the stars waltzing down the red carpet, no, instead people are talking about the double hit Diamond Heist that happened.
Italian film Salvo wins big at Cannes
Swide knew that Fabio Grassadonia and Antonio Piazza’s ‘Salvo’ was set for big things, so it was no surprise to see them win the Grand Prix and France 4 Revelation Prizes at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.
Look of the Day: Sicilian Suit
When you think of Sicilian suit you think of black, gabardine, pencil skirt, double-breasted and so on. But in this case you couldn’t be more wrong.
‘Der Klassiker’ Champions League final preview
From a footballing point of view the efficient attacking style of both Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich should provide an entertaining final to the Champions League in Wembley tonight.
Tilda Swinton is a vampire for Jim Jarmusch
Jim Jarmusch is back and has teamed up with Tilda Swinton, Mia Wasikowska and Tom Hiddleston for his new film that follows the story of two vampires that have been in love for centuries in Only Lovers Left Alive.
London sets the scene with Champions Festival
The countdown to the Champions League Final in Wembley starts now as the Champions Festival kicks off in London 23 – 26 May.
A Kaleidoscopic Bouquet of Flowers
For the Fall Winter 2014 pre collection Dolce&Gabbana have been inspired by spring flowers and summer fruit.
Best fixie bikes For 2013
Hipster or not, there is something gloriously appealing about the ever faithful fixed gear bikes and this year has got some cracking treats in store for urban commuters.
An enchanting summer in the Italian gardens
Il Giardino all’Italiana is a style of garden from Italy based on perfect geometry in keeping with Renaissance asthetic mantras. Here at Swide we are admirers of humanism and these are our top five must see gardens…
Scarlett Johansson on Jersey Shore
Hollywood lovely Scarlett Johansson has teamed up with Joseph Gordon-Levitt for his debut as director in, what can only be described as, a Guido love story… we have the trailer for Don Jon.
Paolo Troilo, When art becomes poetry
Paolo Troilo is a young artist who paints with his hands only: yes, you got it, no brush for this Southern Italian guy who creates beautiful masterpieces that scream force and introspection.
Vin Diesel: his unexpected side of a tough guy
The Hollywood hard man is much more than your average boy racer and boxer come bouncer, having built his career from small beginnings Vin Diesel is a jack-of-all-trades.
A Fashion Retro Spective
New York’s prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology has a rich archive and permanent collection which serves to educate and inspire its talented students. RetroSpective traces the relationship fashion has with its history is this spring’s must see exhibitions.
Polaroid is back with Socialmatic!
Polaroid is preparing itself for one hell of a comeback. Teaming up with Socialmatic and designer Antonio De Rosa, Polaroid is bringing the digital back into the tangible.
Kate Middleton: Italian Mamma In training?
As the world waits patiently for the new Royal arrival, Kate Middleton is busy honing her skills in the kitchen… under the watchful eye of her own Italian Mamma.
Look of the Day: Fantasy Football
With the Champions League Final at around the corner our minds have automatically turned to football.
Darth Vader to Daft Punk: the helmet in Pop Culture
It’s Daft Punk helmets mania. Here it is a visual history from sci-fi movies to fashion catwalks.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta stars in Fast & Furious 6
The latest version of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta stars in ‘Fast & Furious 6’, becoming one of many iconic Italian cars to appear in the movies. Swide has the history of this classic of Italian auto design.
Italy’s most beautiful fountains
From Rome to Puglia and all the way to Catania, the most beautiful fountains you can find in Italy: are you ready for summer?
MUST HAVE
Sicilian Moors are perhaps one of the most surprising yet iconic folk elements of the Dolce&Gabbana SS2013 collection.
The Great Beauty: Sorrentino's Masterpiece
Federico Boni reviews Paolo Sorrentino’s La Grande Bellezza which is up for the Golden Lion at the Cannes Film Festival 2013 which we are all unashamedly rooting for.
Scarlett Johansson steps behind the camera
Could the Hollywood beauty be set to break the hearts of millions with her latest career move? Well, she certainly got people talking at Cannes Film Festival last week.
Matias Perdomo: “My cuisine is like my life: fun”
The Uruguayan Michelin-starred Chef is a star with his Pont de Ferr in Milan: Swide talked to him and found out how…
Floral Eyewear
Dolce&Gabbana shows its romantic side this Summer with marzipan like flower decorations on their sunglasses.
The Single Games for Liam Hemsworth?
Despite the gossips about the supposedly back-to-single Hollywood star, it looks like Hemsworth is committed to his long-time girlfriend Miley Cyrus and not willing to flirt around. For now…
Nadal destroys Federer in Rome
Rafael Nadal banished any doubts that he is the real uncrowned king of the world game by destroying main rival Roger Federer in straight sets 6-1, 6-3 to win the Italian Open in style.
Look of the Day: Flower Girls and Page Boys
There is nothing cuter than the page boys and flower girls in a wedding, unless they are badly dressed. Here are some chic ideas by Dolce&Gabbana for those special occasions.
Italian Food Excellence: Truffles
Truffles are one of the many excellences of Italy. Here’s how to pick the best and where to find them.
A Summer of Sin
The latest personification of the Seven Deadly Sins is in Lucio Palmieri’s hand and they’re wearing Dolce&Gabbana.
5 cocktails for 5 Italian actors
The Cannes Film Festival has played host to many Italian celebrities that have made the history of cinema over its 66 years. Swide and Bar Martini pay homage to these Palm D’Or winning icons of Italian Cinema by matching person with cocktail.
50 must-see Italian films #11 La Grande Bouffe
‘La Grande Bouffe’ is set for a return to this year’s Cannes Festival 40 year after director Marco Ferreri was presented with an award by the International Federation of Film Critics at the French film festival for his comedy.
Andrea Agnelli’s rejuvination of Juventus
Juventus have claimed their 29th league title with three games to spare re-establishing their dominance of Italian football. It is a phenomenal success story, and one that is intertwined with the story of Italy’s ‘royal family’ the Agnellis, as a new exhibition attests.
Mademoiselle Cannes
Fabien Constant ‘s documentary about Carine Roitfeld’s which looks to rival The September Issue will be presented at Cannes Film Festival 2013.
Why you should read it – Gulliver’s Travels
Here is why Jonathan Swift’s novel Gulliver’s Travels is still as enjoyable and an essential addition to your library that still carries a message that we can all relate to.
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