Culture

Il 25 Aprile is a significant historical date in Italy, marking the conclusion of World War II and Fascism in the country. This is a day to reflect on the past, remember the sacrifices made, and celebrate the birth of a new …

I don’t know how common it is in US schools, but here in Italy, at least when I was a child in the 1980s, it was quite common to create colorful paper mosaics during art class: you’d buy these colored, shiny paper …

We will remember 2023 as the year when Italian cuisine finally applied to become part of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, as well as the year of that Financial Times article. Indeed, In the same week we announced a bid to have our beloved cuisine recognized …

With sampietrini, there are no half-measures: either you love them or you hate them. And if you have been to Rome, you definitely know why. They are beautiful to look at, and so incredibly characteristic of our beloved capital, but god …

Public fountains have a long history in Italy. They date back to the Roman period when many were built as part of the city infrastructure. The Romans were master architects and engineers, and many of the monumental fountains we see in …

Italy is known for its art, architecture, cuisine, and natural beauty, but often we forget how some of its most iconic landmarks are streets that for centuries offered locals and visitors a way around our cities, or represented a destination …

Narni is an exquisite hill town located in Umbria: it sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Nera River, and its narrow streets, ancient churches, and stunning views make it a great place to experience. If you like historical reenactments and …

If you were born in Italy, you definitely owned a pair of Superga 2750 at some stage in your life, probably white or dark blue. The simple, but comfortable canvas upper and rubber sole shoes have been the go-to choice …

We all know it: Italian is a language often associated with beauty, love, and passion, to the point many consider it “the language of love.” And it’s not just the Italians who believe it if we think that many decide …

Did you know that tour guides in Italy need to pass university-level exams in order to obtain a tour guide license?  Visitors to Italy often want a private tour of some of the historic and artistic sites throughout the country. We sat …