In recent years, Genoa has been attracting increasing attention as a tourist destination, including internationally. At the end of August, the Wall Street Journal dedicated an article to the city, suggesting that Genoa deserves a place on an itinerary through Italy. But this is not an isolated case. Between international recognition, major concerts and events capable of attracting visitors from outside the city, Genoa appears to be entering a new phase of revival. For those who want to...

Columbus’ House in Genoa is located near Porta Soprana, just a few minutes from Piazza De Ferrari, and is easy to include in a day spent exploring the historic centre. The building is small and the visit does not take long, but it offers a chance to see the spaces connected with Christopher Columbus’ early years and to better understand the setting in which his family lived. There is, however, one important point to clarify: what is now known as “Columbus’ House” is not his birthplace....

Made with cream, coffee and sugar, pànera is one of the desserts most closely associated with Genoese culinary tradition. Outside the city, it is far less well known than specialties such as focaccia and pandolce, but in Genoa it can still be found in pastry shops and gelaterias, especially during the warmer months. Its name comes from “panna nera”, meaning “black cream”, a reference to the color the coffee gives to the cream. Its origins date back to the 19th century and, as often happens...