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In the little town of Bevagna, Umbria, we find an example of long-lasting Made in Italy craftsmanship, established almost 800 years ago. The Cereria Medievale di Bevagna, founded in 1250, carries its age with nonchalance. As part of the broader …

The Italian expression in quanto (in kwan-toh) is quite fancy. Its history, as it is more often than not in Italian, starts with a Latin word, quantum, which means “how much” or “how many.” Historically, in quanto has been used …

We all know that life jackets are a crucial device for water safety, but not many among un may be aware that their origins are ancient and … Italian. The concept of buoyancy aids can be traced back to ancient …

The Italian expression per di più (pair dee peeoo) is typically used to introduce additional information, emphasizing that it supports or enhances the previous statement.  In English, per di più can be translated in several ways, depending on the context, …

Giovanni Rana is a prominent Italian food brand known for its fresh pasta, with a history that dates back to the 1960s. The brand was founded by Giovanni Rana, born in 1937 in Verona: his culinary journey began at a …

We previously had the pleasure of introducing our readers to Vero Viaggio, the brainchild of Jean Rivaldi and Francesca Peretto. Combining immersive language learning with cultural exploration, Vero Viaggio offers an unparalleled Italian experience. “Vero Viaggio means ‘real trip’ or …

The Arena di Verona Opera Festival was established in 1913, to celebrate the centenary of the birth of Giuseppe Verdi. The inaugural performance was Verdi’s Aida, chosen for its grandiose and dramatic qualities, which perfectly suited the majestic setting of …

With the millions of people with Italian descent around the world—many of whom come to Italy to experience an emotional connection with their place of heritage—it is no wonder that 2024 has been declared a year of “Roots Tourism,” an …

The Italian word volentieri (voh-lain-tee-ai-ree) is an adverb that translates to “willingly,” “gladly,” or “with pleasure” in English. It is commonly used to express a positive and willing attitude towards doing something, and this is why we usually say it …

Furore, a little village along the Amalfi Coast between Amalfi and Positano, is almost hiding in plain sight. Known as il paese che non c’è (“the village that isn’t there”), it is a collection of scattered houses and unique natural …