Cesare Borgia was born in 1475. He was the son of Cardinal Rodrigo Borgia, who would become Pope Alexander VI, and his mistress Vannozza de Cattani. He was also the older brother of Lucrezia Borgia. However, Cesare was probably the most infamous of all the Borgia’s. He is remembered for great […]
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There are certain people who, even with success and money, don’t really change or deviate from their original nature. These people seem to consider being a public figure an honor, so they respectfully steer their careers toward a positive image, somehow refined and respectful of their audiences. Fabrizio Frizzi is […]
Milly Carlucci (Photo Beatrix on wikipedia.com) Classy, elegant, and always within the lines of propriety, Milly Carlucci is a true lady of the screen. Carlucci started as an actress in films, but soon revealed a special skill for television, one that led her to become one of the most important […]
Italian words of wisdom! Ne ammazza più la gola che la spada. Gluttony kills more than the sword. Greed kills more than the sword. Né di Venere né di Marte, non si sposa né si parte! Never get married or travel on Fridays and Tuesdays. Nessuna nuova, buona nuova. No news is good news. […]
If you are in Italy and you want to enjoy your holidays in a truly Italian style, you should get to know some habits, typical of when we Italians sit to eat and drink together: they may come handy especially if you are planning to spend time with the locals. As everyone […]
Italians like to play with words and there are plenty of examples out there to show us so. Italian Proverbs, sayings, still pepper conversations and are used quite profusely by older and younger generations alike. You’ll recognize some of them, as they are common in English, too. Others, you may […]
Rocco SiffrediPh. Toglenn on wikipedia Rocco Siffredi, the Italian stud who rivals female porn stars of the caliber of Moana Pozzi, Stoya, Sasha Grey and Cicciolina, has changed the adult film industry by drawing attention to its male stars. Siffredi seems to have no limits and he enjoys his […]
A.C. Milan Logo This glorious football team was founded in 1899 by two British gentlemen living in Milan. The traditional colors of the jersey are red and black, and the logo is a devil. More than for its marketing design, AC Milan impresses for its amazing winning history, […]
San Miniato: a not so stereotypical Tuscan destination Panoramic view of San Miniato from the Torre Federico II. Ph. flickr/Jacqueline Poggi If you have decided to spend your holidays in Tuscany, there are some little characteristic locations you may like to explore. Lesser known yet not less beautiful than […]
