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Sicilian Brioche in Palermo near Porta Nuova and Corso Calatafimi

May 9, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Here is a little street scene of Palermo, Sicily. In this video I am enjoying a Sicilian Brioche with gelato, or the Italian version of ice cream (but better!).  This is outside the Porta Nuova and Corso Calatafimi area of Palermo where many tourists converge and you can find … [Read more...]

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Italian Tuscan Proverb – Ogni Pazzo Vuol Dar Consiglio – What does it mean?

May 5, 2025 By Larry Aiello

What does "Ogni Pazzo Vuol(e) Dar(e) Consiglio" Mean? This is an Italian proverb that originated in the Tuscan region. Italian Vocabulary Ogni Pazzo - every crazy person, or fool Vuol(e) dar(e) - wants to give Consiglio - advice An alternative word for a fool in … [Read more...]

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Visit Palermo Sicily on Vacation – a City Full of Charm

April 26, 2025 By Larry Aiello

If you are planning a vacation to Italy and are coming up with an itinerary, you should strongly consider a visit to Palermo, Sicily for your vacation, it is a city that will amaze you! Full of charm, Palermo has been home and crossroads of different cultures, which have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Palermo Tagged With: arancina, catacombs, mondello, norman palace, palermo cathedral, the zisa, visit palermo, visit sicily

How do they Make Olive Oil in Palermo, Sicily?

April 19, 2025 By Larry Aiello

In this video I will tell you how they make homemade olive oil in Palermo, Sicily.   One of the great things about Palermo is that there are numerous olive groves right outside the city in the Sicilian countryside. The quality of the normal every day extra virgin olive oil is … [Read more...]

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What does “Amor Non Conosce Travaglio” Mean in Italian?

April 13, 2025 By Larry Aiello

What does “Amor Non Conosce Travaglio” mean in Italian? This is an Italian saying that literally means love does not know work. The Italian vocabulary in this saying: Amor, which is shortened for amore means love, similar to feeling amorous. Italians will sometimes … [Read more...]

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Larry Aiello founder of LearnItalianWithLarry.comLarry Aiello is an Italian-American who loves to share his knowledge of Italian. Find out more...

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Palermo Travel Guide for 2025

Palermo Travel Guide available on Amazon

Palermo Italy Travel Guide - Discovering the Secret Beauty of This Sicilian Gem. Find out the major attractions, what to eat, where to stay, etc. your ultimate guide to Palermo!
Palermo Travel Guide...
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German Version Palermo Travel

My Other Travel Books on Amazon

first-time-rome-x75 First Time to Rome Vacation Planner – If you plan on visiting the Eternal City, then this book will help guide you in finding the best restaurants in Rome, where to stay, the best ice cream (gelato), activities for children, etc. 
Find out more on Amazon…

first-time-italy-x75 First Time to Italy Vacation Planner – This was my first published book and it is geared for first-time travelers to Italy. It goes over things such as how to get around? Where should I stay?  What should I see?  Find out more on Amazon…

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