Maybe some people are wondering just what daily life in Italy is like in summer. Well, once the warm weather hits this country, the routine in the north does change a little.First of all, most of the schools in Italy close for summer at the end of June, which means many children suddenly find … [Read more...]
Ghoulish Gastronomy in Tuscany
July 30, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Deep in the depths of Tuscany, not too far from a delightful little place called Anghiari, which is on the border with Umbria, there is the hauntingly interesting restaurant the Locanda al Castello di Sorci.Now, this restaurant, which seems to have a good reputation for its culinary expertise … [Read more...]
How to Interpret Italian Street Names
July 29, 2008 By 3 Comments
Had or having trouble trying to work out just how Italian street signs work? In that case, this post may help you. Or add to your confusion!Italy has a lovely habit of naming its streets and roads after well known figures from history, saints and well known areas (to Italians) of Italy. … [Read more...]
Interesting Gorgonzola
July 28, 2008 By Leave a Comment
UPDATE 2I have spoken to Lorenzo of La Via lattea, the award winning slow food company behind this this delightful cheese, and a whole host of other interesting cheese products as well, as I have discovered. Full contact details have now been added to my original The Gorgonzola of the Gods post, … [Read more...]
A Cat’s Chance in Hell
July 28, 2008 By Leave a Comment
If you were unaware, which you may be if you are not from Italy, most of the public TV stations here are influenced by Italy's rag tag bunch of political masters. This means that the news is presented in such a way as to support the ruling junta.People are aware of this, especially Antonio Di … [Read more...]
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