When it comes to the world of art, design, music and fashion, we owe a lot to Italians and their ingenuity. Beyond that, it’s almost unimaginable to think of a world without Italian food and wine. Perhaps it’s the sheer variety of world-class ingredients available. Or the way they turn more humble fare into rich and robust dishes. Then there’s their famed ability, shown off so well in the handcrafted cooking appliances by Italian company ILVE, to skilfully combine fashion, form and function to create kitchens that sit at the heart of the home. Together, these add up to make the Italian way of life truly one of the best in the world – one worth celebrating with the ultimate Italian-themed dinner party.

So, what are you waiting for… crack open a bottle of pinot grigio, set the mood with some Dean Martin and put your oven, cooktop, wine fridge and coffee machine to good use.

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