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The connection between food and family is intrinsic in Italy – to such an extent that Romina Chiappa and her sisters believe that one can’t really be enjoyed without the other

The British capital is now the fifth-largest Italian city by population thanks to its diversity, dynamism and prosperous economy

A new wave of designers are ‘having a moment’ by using classic Italian tailoring in vibrant, fun and experimental pieces

You don’t need an apartment in Rome to be che figata: from the food you eat to the culture you imbibe, it’s easy to live like an Italian

Ebru, the art of painting on water, is a Turkish tradition gaining a new following in Britain, and Hayrettin Kozanoglu is at its forefront

Ebru artist Hayrettin Kozanoglu demonstrates this fascinating technique

Enter this competition and your home could be fitted with the latest in loos

Enter this competition for your chance to win an ebru art class with master instructor Hayrettin Kozanoglu

Brimful of spectacular vistas, legendary trails and prehistoric relics, the mountains of the Pyrenees provide intrigue and delight at every turn

Spectacular scenery makes a stunning backdrop to centuries of history

Whether you want to stargaze above the clouds or bask in rejuvenating thermal waters and lagoons, you can do it in the Pyrenees

From snow-capped peaks to winding rivers and majestic caverns, the south west of France will take your breath away

Laura Laker decided that 2016 would be the year she began to take cycling more seriously, but before doing that she had to find a more serious bike

‘When I got a good bike I suddenly realised why people like cycling,’ says multi-discipline rider and cycling coach Juliet Elliott. Here, she explains how to corner more effectively and the importance of body position as she rides the Olympic road route through Surrey to Box Hill

Bike technology has come a long way since Chris Boardman first wowed the world with his carbon frame on the way to winning gold in Barcelona. Today, ultra-light frames, advanced gears and powerful brakes are within reach of most riders

From blasting off-road trails to tackling your daily commute, Boardman’s range of high-performance bikes will meet the demands of discerning riders

Jude Law, Jenson Button and OK Go star in Johnnie Walker’s joy will take you further campaign

Johnnie Walker is embracing the idea that it is the pursuit of joy, rather than success for its own sake, which will take you further. But how do you apply this philosophy to your everyday life? Here are 21 practical and inspiring tips to help you on your way

Inspired by the joy of the artistic process and the spirit of collaboration, Arran Gregory is on his way up in the art world

OK Go are certainly not a band short on ideas, but it is their ability to pull them off that continues to wow audiences worldwide

Hive’s range of connected products offer an exceptional level of control and convenience when it comes to looking after your home’s heating and appliances. They are also smart design objects in their own right

If you’d love to be in control of your home’s heating, lighting and appliances – wherever you are – enter this competition to win a Hive ecosystem for your home

The quest for home warmth and sanctuary is enduring, and the way homes and dwellings are heated has shaped today’s connected home

Controlling your heating remotely is just the start. Connected technology will soon bring the stuff of sci-fi into the heart of your home