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What does La Miglior Difesa è l’attacco Mean in English?

February 4, 2026 By Larry Aiello

La Miglior Difesa è l'Attacco saying by Mussolini

In this post we will learn what does What does La Miglior Difesa è l'attacco Mean in English? A famous quote by Mussolini The person credited with this quote is the Italian Fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. The quote was issued on October 23, 1932, in Turin, … [Read more...]

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The Italian noun Gondola – a video from Mexico City

January 17, 2026 By Larry Aiello

A video explaining the Italian noun gondola by looking at gondolas outside of Mexico City.

In this video below I am in Mexico City discussing the Italian noun gondola. https://youtube.com/shorts/ScrSrlzrYtM?si=fMeDQLEGpsFJ1gQu In Italian, góndola refers primarily to: the long, narrow, flat-bottomed boat traditionally used in Venice, propelled with a single … [Read more...]

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Mangia Bene, Ridi Spesso, Ama Molto in Italian

January 4, 2026 By Larry Aiello

Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto - an Italian expression which means eat well, laugh often, love much

Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto: An Italian Recipe for a Good Life Italy is famous for its food, its sunshine, and its deep sense of connection. Some of its greatest wisdom comes in just a few simple words: Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto. *Italian Translation: Eat … [Read more...]

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Feast of San Martino a Festival of Wine, Chestnuts and Infidelity!

November 11, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Feast of San Martino which is celebrated in many towns in Sicily is famous for chestnuts, wine and Italian biscotti.

The Feast of San Martino in Sicily is a celebration of the first wine of the year, chestnuts, and camaraderie for the locals.  Italians celebrate this holiday every year on November 11th. There are a few Sicilian towns where this is a huge celebration, along with some other … [Read more...]

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How do they Celebrate Halloween in Italy?

November 1, 2025 By Larry Aiello

Technically speaking, Italy does not have a Halloween per se, but the tradition is slowly gaining more popularity. Carnevale, the holiday which comes 40 days before Easter to celebrate Lent, is the main holiday where there are costumes, candy, etc. But Italian retailers are … [Read more...]

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