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Just hearing the words “fresh mint” on a warm summer day and my mind conjures up the southern symbol of hospitality, a lengthy sprig of green mint submerged in frosty tumblers or icy silver cups of cool mint juleps. Later, when the cold weather rolls around and the holiday season […]
A smorgasbord of beneficial ingredients Garlic was grandma’s favorite herb. Her eggplant relish is a veritable smorgasbord of beneficial ingredients which, of course, includes garlic. Everyone knows about garlic’s pungent flavor, and is well aware of this bulbous perennial’s reputation. But to grandma, the garlic was irreplaceable. A relative of […]
Fondue, or Fonduta is a melted-cheese based dish, typical of the alpine zone that goes between Valle d’ Aosta, Piedmont, the Savoia area (French Alps) and the southwestern part of Switzerland. The origin of fondue is not clear: for some people it was born in Geneva or in Turin, a […]
Since the 15th century and all the way to the 1950s, Neapolitan music has been in continuous evolution. Many contemporary lovers may associate it with the work and figure of Renato Carosone, who had the merit to bring Naples’ own musical heart around the world. But Carosone did even more than that: he opened […]
Learn how to make Sicilian Cannoli
When Sophia Loren agreed to appear semi-naked for the 2007 Pirelli Calendar at 72 her decision was controversial. This was nothing new for the producers of the innovative calendar who have always been ahead of their time. Surprisingly, this prestigious calendar which is given away to certain select VIP’s and celebrities […]
Sophia Loren in Mambo Italiano. A collection of scenes with Sophia Loren dancing and singing. Click on the image to watch the video (by AstroArt on youtube).
Videos for Do It Yourselfers How to arrange bridal bouquets
Abruzzo – Position in Italy Abruzzo: a land of tradition Despite the terrible earthquake that hit L’Aquila and the Abruzzo in 2009, this region deserves a visit, like a leap in the past. While many areas of Italy have changed significantly over time, Abruzzo remains largely the same. Abruzzo, […]
A documentary on the making of Rome’s famous pavement. Here the full article: Rome’s Sampietrini.