16 Italian Sayings & Proverbs about Wine

Wine is a pleasure when you don’t abuse it – a fact that Italians know all too well! Whether they be dining out, in the company of friends, or at an aperitivo, Italians never miss the opportunity to enjoy a glass of God’s nectar. It goes without saying that wine is profoundly rooted in Italian …

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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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O vs Oppure – What’s the difference in Italian?

When we are offered a choice between two alternatives, we use the sweet and simple conjunction “or” in English. In the Italian language, there are two possible translations for “or” – o and oppure. But what is the difference between them? While both present a choice between two alternatives, we find it helpful to think …

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7 English Words That Are Hard to Translate Into Italian

What springs to mind when you think of the English language? Most likely a hodgepodge of linguistic influences, which – I have to say – is a part of what makes our language so beautiful. Rather unfortunately for us language learners though, there are certain English words and phrases that aren’t easily translated into other …

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