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Italy’s Christmas season is unfolding, and there is so much to see, experience, try, and learn about. Because if there is something this time of the year makes its own across  the Belpaese is variety.  From the Alpine peaks of …

For the first time in 19 years, a female director will represent Italy in the race for cinema’s highest honors. Maura Delpero’s second feature film,Vermiglio, has been nominated for a Golden Globe in the Best Foreign Language Film category. After …

From Houston to Washington, DC, and Los Angeles, December 12 marked the celebration of the launch of San Marco 1, Italy’s first satellite, sent into orbit on December 15, 1964. This milestone established Italy as a key player on the …

The tradition of the Christmas Tree and Nativity scene in the Vatican is a relatively recent but deeply symbolic addition to the Church’s celebration of Christmas. The Vatican Christmas Tree was first introduced in 1982 during the papacy of John …

Perugia, the capital of Umbria, is a medieval gem of a hill town. Known for its excellent universities, rich architectural history and Umbria Jazz, one of the great music festivals of Europe, it’s also nurtured a vibrant sister-city relationship with …

March 8, 2019: a date to remember for the people of Taormina, a city in the province of Messina, renowned worldwide for its proximity to the enchanting Isola Bella and, above all, for its magnificent Ancient Theatre. Perched by the …

As the holiday season approaches, many of us find a little extra time to spend in the kitchen. It’s the perfect opportunity to experiment with recipes that bring something new and special to the table. Sardinian pastries are deeply rooted …

The color red is a defining feature of Christmas everywhere in the world, Italy included. Its ubiquity in decorations, traditions, and seasonal celebrations reflects centuries of cultural and religious evolution, making it a deeply significant part of the Italian holiday …

Italy’s regional cultural diversity means that the country’s traditions, food and, indeed, way of speaking are manifold. Such variety also influences its Christmas traditions, with each region celebrating the festive season with unique customs and, indeed, expressions and words. This …

From Thanksgiving to Christmas, the leap feels almost instantaneous. Time seems to race faster with every passing year, and December feels shorter and shorter. A hundred tasks to juggle, a hundred thoughts swirling. Mornings disappear in a blur, afternoons vanish …