In the video below, I talk about the Festa dei Morti in Italy as I show street scenes from Palermo, Sicily. I explain the meaning of the holiday and how Sicilians remember their loved ones who are no longer with them. There are traditions with Sicilian sweets that pertain to … [Read more...]
All Saint’s Day in Italy: Traditions and What’s Closed
Every year on November 1, Italy celebrates All Saints’ Day, known in Italian as Ognissanti or Tutti i Santi. This important national holiday honors all the saints of the Catholic Church, including those who do not have a specific feast day dedicated to them. Watch My Video: All … [Read more...]
Learn Italian Through Food: A Crossword Lover’s Guide to Italian Cooking Vocabulary
Introducing my latest book called: Learn Italian through Crosswords - Food and Kitchen Edition. If you've ever stood in front of an Italian menu peering at a word like radicchio or wondered what the difference is between bollito and brasato, you already know that Italian … [Read more...]
Stranded on Stromboli: My Volcanic Island Adventure in Sicily
The dual-language blog post below shares my experience of being stranded on Stromboli: my volcanic island adventure in Sicily when I was stuck for a few days because of a sudden change in the weather. I want to share my experience on the volcanic island of Stromboli, which lies … [Read more...]
Rome Practicalities Cheat Sheet
If your travels take you to Rome, here is a Rome practicalities cheat sheet that will help you make the best of your visit to the Eternal City. It is a city full of energy and vigor, and so many historical and architectural wonders. You will undoubtedly throw a coin in the … [Read more...]
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