Finding A New Normal – A Tale of Moving to Florence, Italy

Alla ricerca di una nuova normalità: il mio trasferimento a Firenze At the ripe, old age of 25, I realized that something significant was missing from my life. (Yes, I am fully aware that 25 years old is not old, but I certainly didn’t feel young either.) I was born and raised in the suburban …

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Learn the Names of These 10 Famous Italian Cookies… One Bite at a Time!

Mmm, Italian cookies! These scrumptious treats are as diverse as the regions of Italy, plus each has a unique story to tell. From crunchy Cantucci to the melt-in-your-mouth Baci di Dama, cookies are a true representation of the country’s rich culinary heritage.  Whether you’re savouring them with a cup of coffee or enjoying them as …

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The Ultimate Guide to Tipping in Italy 

Guida completa alla mancia in Italia  It’s your first day in Italy, and you’re savouring your first meal, but a burning question lingers in your mind as the bill draws near: to tip or not to tip?  È il tuo primo giorno in Italia e stai godendoti il tuo primo pasto, ma una domanda ti …

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The Best Italian Novels: The books you shouldn’t miss

I migliori romanzi italiani: i libri da non perdere Looking for a list of the best Italian novels of all time? Although it’s hard to pick favourites from all the fantastic works produced in Italian literature, fear not! I’ve put together a personal list of some must-read Italian classics to add to your bookshelf. From …

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5 Things to Do in Florence (Italy) on a Rainy Day

5 cose da fare a Firenze quando piove Rain happens. Especially in the spring and fall seasons in Florence, Italy. But don’t let the inevitable rainfall ruin your dream vacation to Tuscany! You may not want to go on long strolls while white-knuckle gripping umbrellas, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have other Italian experiences. …

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Pros and Cons of Living in Italy (as an American)

Title: Pro e Contro di Vivere in Italia (da Americani) Some Americans were born with souls meant to wander the Earth; we call them “expats”. Others were descended from immigrants, and now want to return to the patria (“homeland”). Another subset of people found the other half of their heart in the heart of an …

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