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Chi piú sa, meno parla – Italian Proverb

May 14, 2025 By Larry Aiello

This is an Italian proverb that says the man who knows the most, speaks the least.

Italian Proverb: Chi piú sa, meno parla - This proverb means "He who knows most, talks least" The converse is also true:  Those who know the least speak the most! This is similar to the saying that God gave you two ears and one mouth.  There is power in listening to truly … [Read more...]

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Sicilian Brioche in Palermo near Porta Nuova and Corso Calatafimi

May 9, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Sicilian brioche or brioscia a croissant with gelato - a Sicilian treat on a summer day

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

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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

Image of the Cathedral in Palermo

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...]

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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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