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Muffoletta Sandwich a tradition for the Feast of the Dead or Festa dei Morti

November 3, 2025 By Larry Aiello

An image of a muffoletta sandwich in Palermo, Sicily a tradition used for the Feast of the Dead on November 2nd.

In this video, I am in Palermo, strolling along Via Vittorio Emanuele in the historical center. I will show you a muffoletta, a traditional Italian street food made during the Feast of the Dead (Festa dei Morti). The Feast of the Dead takes place on November 2nd every year. It … [Read more...]

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Church of San Giuseppe dei Teatini a Sicilian-Baroque Church in Palermo

October 18, 2025 By Larry Aiello

The view from the rooftop of Cattedrale San Giuseppe dei Teatini in Palermo

In this post I will visit the Church of San Giuseppe dei Teatini, a Sicilian-Baroque Church in Palermo, Sicily. One of the most beautiful and famous attractions in Palermo to visit is one that you can easily miss when walking through the historical center of the Sicilian … [Read more...]

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Unique Stores and Shopping in Palermo on Via Vittorio Emanuele

October 5, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Unique Stores and Shopping in Palermo on Via Vittorio Emanuele

In this video, I am strolling along Via Vittorio Emanuele, which represents the heart of Palermo's historical district. What's interesting about this video is that you will see three unique stores and shopping in Palermo. These are stores that are unique to this Sicilian capital … [Read more...]

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Shopping in Italy and Italian Stores Vocabulary from Milan

September 29, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Italy's most famous mall pictured at night.

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...]

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Easy Traditional Palermo Street Food Recipe called Pane e Panelle

September 23, 2025 By Larry Aiello

In this video, I am in Palermo and will show you how to enjoy an iconic street food item of Palermo by cooking it at home. Yes, I admit I am cheating a bit, but I don't care. This is an easy traditional Palermo street food recipe that you can enjoy in your Airbnb. If you are … [Read more...]

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