The small, superb story has become a talisman in the author's Italy. Since its publication there 15 years ago, it's won plaudits and prizes and been made into a Mastroianni film.

The Earl of Sandwich has opened a sandwich shop in London, 250 years after his ancestor is said to have invented the snack.

New documents have raised questions over Britain's involvement in the Iraq war.

With the rise of tapas and small dishes on restaurant menus, Spain has never been hotter as a source of inspiration.

A place on the San Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants has become one of the most sought-after honours for restaurateurs.

A German-Jewish man's lost hoard of gold, which lay buried in a London garden for 70 years, has been returned to his family.

What if your daughter squanders her considerable intelligence on meaningless jobs and other fripperies, waiting for her prince to come?

Rugby legend Zinzan Brooke will be helping to make the big day run smoothly for a couple who share their wedding day with William and Kate.

The European mainland's royalty are soon to descend on London for the party of the year. But who are they?

You can bet that one would shop at Selfridges for one's wedding attire if one happens to be attending Prince William and Kate Middleton's nuptials.

Australian family and friends of Denmark's Crown Princess Mary have become godparents to her twin babies.

Viva chats to winemaker Axelle Araud of Moet & Chandon.

Lawyers representing suspected Holocaust camp guard John Demjanjuk have demanded that Germany suspend his war crimes trial.

Is it worth paying a premium for wines from a "good year" or should we stick to the labels?

Two stories unfold in Sarah's Key, a film adaptation of a bestselling book about French Holocaust secrets. Dominic Corry talks to author Tatiana de Rosnay.

Christopher Hirst wonders whether the UK's obsession with fiery food has gone too far.

Two Kiwis are among a small group of musicians who will play their trumpets as Prince William and Kate...