Life in Italy, Real Estate in Italy, Move to Italy
Italian cooking is all about fresh ingredients, locally grown and prepared simply. There’s a reason why we all love to eat as much as we can in Italy. The simplicity is perfection, and this is the most important to learn and accept if you want to start cooking in Italian […]
Tips on Pruning Roses in Italian Gardens Late Autumn is the time when we generally consider pruning the roses in our gardens, both in the UK and in many parts of the US, however when should we prune the roses in our Italian holiday homes…? The rose is a plant […]
The Internet has made researching family history easier than ever and it has become very popular among Italian Americans. Not only do these services allow you to discover the past, but also the present as you can look up other branches of your family tree that have been out of […]
A Jewel of Italian birds If you noticed an orange/pink, unusual looking bird with a striking crest on its head while visiting Italy then you had probably been lucky to have seen the Hoopoe, a stunning migratory visitor to Italy. The Hoopoe is quite an unmistakable bird, it has bright […]
Surnames and their Meanings Delving into the research of surnames, also known as last names or family names, is an exciting way to learn more about your family history. When researching Italian surnames, you will quickly find that each family name in Italy was formed for a particular purpose. Italy […]
Dolceacqua is small village and commune located in the Liguria region of Italy in the province of Imperia. The village is located close to the cities of Imperia and Genoa. Dolceacqua is located on the border with France. The village is spread over an area of 20 sq km and […]
Italian cheese part I Italian cheeses part III More Types of Cheeses from Italian Regions Caprini This name classifies cheeses that have been produced using goat’s milk which possesses particular characteristics and aromas. They are usually produced less, and by artisans in limited quantities. Piedmont is known for its production of […]
Italian gardens are famed for the wonderful choice of plants that can be found within them, from the vibrant hot colors of Mediterranean plants to the softer pastels of classical roses and lavender. Reams of books have covered the various plants that can be used, however, very little attention is […]
Naples, located in the southern part of Italy in the region of Campania, has the ranking of the third most populated city in Italy, with well over one million inhabitants, and is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Naples sits on the northern edge of the most stunning […]
Though Jews first came to Rome from Jerusalem in 161 BC, many people are not aware of their enduring history in Italy. They arrived during Chanukah, asking the Romans for protection from the Syrian king Antiochus, and have been an integral part of Roman society ever since. They are neither […]