Substacks recommended by Odette Lopez

Recommended by Odette Lopez

Everything you need to know about colour and its power to transform your home, plus a sprinkling of interior design, travel inspo and life as a freelancer from a British colour expert based in Milan

The Dolce Vita Diaries

By Skye McAlpine

Delicious things to eat, wear, cook and do. A lifestyle scrapbook (of sorts) by Skye McAlpine.

Hidden Gems

By Lauren Kiehna

In-depth historical content and royal jewelry coverage from Lauren Kiehna, the writer and editor of The Court Jeweller

In Kind on Monday

By Leah + Hannah

Honest words and feelings on career, motherhood, style, and building a good life, from In Kind magazine editors Leah Melby Clinton and Hannah Weil McKinley.

Aiolina - Home in the Chianti Countryside

Our personal Substack to bring Italy and more specifically Siena, to your inbox. Local events so you can plan your trips better, places to go and see, where to dine and recipes.

Scratch Pad by The Stripe

By Grace Atwood

Outfits, beauty, books, and life. A newsletter brought to you by Grace Atwood, the voice behind The Stripe, a daily fashion and lifestyle site founded in 2010.

Diary of A Lady Traveler

By The Diary of a Lady Traveler

A newsletter for those who love travel, books, history, and beautiful things. I write about the inspiring history of women travel writers, and share my own travels - with a passion for sharing the stories of the people and places I meet along the way.

Beautifully written letters from abroad that make you feel like you're there!

- Odette Lopez

Liguria Letters

By Editor

With my “Liguria Letters” I aim to give you the best experience of the Italian Riviera and the inland, so feel welcome and join our community of Liguria lovers! To make your Liguria experience complete subscribe to my newsletter, it’s free!

Art Every Day

By George Bothamley

The number 1 newsletter for Art Lovers This is great art - past and present - delivered to you daily. Monday to Friday

Excellent bite-sized daily art lessons

- Odette Lopez

Substack Writers at Work with Sarah Fay

Don't just learn how Substack works; make Substack work for you. Expert guidance from the world's leading Substack Strategist. A top-10, bestselling, featured Substack.

Great newsletter for when you're feeling impatient at the writing desk and how to step back and reframe the situation.

- Odette Lopez

Buona Domenica

By Domenica Marchetti

A lifetime of Italian cooking. Recipes and inspiration delivered every Sunday.

My go-to for new Italian recipes!

- Odette Lopez

The Gardening Mind by Jo Thompson

I’m a RHS Chelsea gold medallist and author sharing the simplest ways to garden. Join the community for weekly posts and chats, design guidance and gardening tips led by one of the UK's top garden designers.

Gillian Knows Best

By Gillian Longworth McGuire

Finding terrific places to eat, stay & shop in Italy’s best known destinations.

Wonderful guides to the major Italian sites and cities, as well as food and yummy dishes.

- Odette Lopez

Notes from Emiko’s Kitchen

By Emiko Davies

Writing from Tuscany, Emiko shares recipes, insider travel tips and personal stories about her family life in Italy.

Elizabeth’s Newsletter from Italy

By Elizabeth Minchilli

Food, drink, fun links & travel (not necessarily in that order)

If you're interested in all things Italy, Elizabeth is the go-to for me. From her helpful books and food tours, to recipe posts, and restaurant referrals, it's a gold mine.

- Odette Lopez

Letters from Tuscany

By Giulia Scarpaleggia

Stories and recipes from my Tuscan kitchen | Seasonal, nourishing, vegetable-forward food by Tuscan food writer and cookbook author Giulia Scarpaleggia.