If you spend enough time in Milan, you will notice a cultural peculiarity of the Italian term 'grazie caro'. But what does 'grazie caro' mean in Milan? Literally, it means "thank you, dear." But like most expressions in Italian, the real meaning runs deeper than the direct … [Read more...]
Shopping in Italy and Italian Stores Vocabulary from Milan
In this video, I am at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, arguably Italy's most famous shopping mall. Famous brands are represented here, including Prada, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton. Not everyone in Italy, of course, can afford an Armani suit. However, other famous … [Read more...]
Slang Meaning of Cappuccio in Milan
In this video, I am discussing the slang meaning of Cappuccio in Milan. I am at a local bar and bought a cornetto or a croissant. Pistachio fills this particular croissant. Notice the word for pistachio in Italian has a double "c" to make it … [Read more...]
