February 2012 Issue: Home Food, Italian Libraries, Puglia Resort

The February 2012 issue of Dream of Italy is hot off the presses. If you're NOT a subscriber, become one this week and get $15 OFF a one-year, digital-only subscription and the BONUS BOOK Up at the Villa ($17.95 value), you will also receive access to this issue, online access to more than 87 back issues and subscriber-only discounts! Our paid subscribers (who can log-in here) are reading the following articles this month:
Home Food: Dinner with The LocalsThis culinary cultural association arranges scrumptious, authentic meals in local Italian homes. Read about our dinner in Florence and how you can enjoy the unique Home Food experience. PLUS: Italian Pear Cake Recipe

Visit Europe's First Public Library in Cesena
Exploring Malatestiana Library is made even more remarkable when you learn that despite wars and natural disasters, the building, furnishings and manuscripts have all remained virtually untouched since the structure was built in the middle of the 15th century. PLUS: Other Noteworthy Italian Libraries

News, Tips, Deals and EventsSala Blu Offers Assistance in Italy's Train Stations; A Rare Visit to the Swiss Guards Armory at the Vatican; Take A Mosaics Class in Rome

New Resort in Puglia
This incredible borgo offers a seaside location complete with luxury villas and a golf course as well as Pugliese cuisine and hospitality.