Roberto Saviano's almost surreal book about the Italian camorra mafia of Naples has been made into a film. I've seen the film, and I'm reading the book.Both are shocking, and make you wonder just how Italy's mafia problem has got so out of hand.Actually, I was interested to see … [Read more...]
A Potentially Fine Situation
November 17, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Today, Via Paolo Sarpi in Milan, Italy became a ZTL or restricted traffic zone. This means that those who enter this street will be observed by cameras and will receive a fine if they are not authorised to pass along this street.The instigation of this new restriction is for a trial period of … [Read more...]
Villa Miller Bed and Breakfast, Puglia, Italy
November 16, 2008 By 1 Comment
Located well off the main road in the depths of the Puglia countryside, at Villa Miller the only sounds which disturb guests are those of the crickets and the ringing of the bells adorning the local cow and sheep population.Villa Miller stands within its very own olive grove which also … [Read more...]
A Bit of a Foodie Blog Post!
November 14, 2008 By Leave a Comment
For this weeks Food and Wine Friday feature, David Bates, cook, photographer and Villa Sibillini's chef has kindly agreed to give us some insight into the cuisine of the Marche region of Italy.Over to you David: … [Read more...]
Healthy Savings in Italy
November 13, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Others, not just myself , have noticed that Italians are healthy, but also rather obsessive about their health. They will resort to antibiotics at the drop of a hat.In perilous Italy drafts can be lethal, cold drinks can have adverse effects, and sweating is to be avoided at all costs, … [Read more...]
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