1st of May: Italy celebrates International Workers’ Day May in Italy begins with a public holiday based on an important anniversary: the Festa dei Lavoratori. Celebrated in more than eighty countries, in Italy, and in the rest of the world, International Workers’ Day is an important day created in honor and […]
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Finding Italian Fashion Brands Deals, Shopping Guide
Sale Seasons: When to Shop Italian fashion brands typically have their major sales during the SALDI periods, which occur twice a year. The Winter Sales usually start at the beginning of January and last until the middle of February. The Summer Sales run from the beginning of July until the […]
April 25: Liberation Day
Every year, when you look at the calendar in Italy and see the month of April, you know that a major commemoration day is coming up. For Italy’s history, it is a crucial day.Because not everyone is familiar with the history of national holidays, they are sometimes overlooked. It is […]
Beyond Espresso and Cappuccino: 5 Must-Try Italian Coffees
Italy, the birthplace of espresso, is a country where coffee isn’t just a beverage; it’s a cultural institution, a daily ritual, and a source of endless pleasure. Italian coffee culture is rich and deeply ingrained in the daily routine of locals and visitors alike. If you find yourself in Italy […]
Lucky rituals and superstitions behind Italian fountains
A country rich in history like Italy hosts countless legends, myths, and superstitions that have been passed down for centuries. Whether it’s medieval cities like Siena, Verona, Perugia, or Bologna, or more modern cities like Milan, you can undoubtedly find fascinating stories by chatting with the older local generations. Remembering […]
Around the world in a sailboat: the story of Niccolò Banfi
At 23 years old, with courage to spare and a strong pull toward the ocean, Niccolò Banfi emerged from the latest edition of the Ocean Globe Race. Founded in 1973 and held every three years, this competition pits sailboats worldwide against each other in 9 or 10 extremely perilous stages. […]
Absolute Domination of Italy at the XXXI Pizza World Championship
The XXXI edition of the Pizza World Championship has just concluded, featuring 718 competitors representing 55 nations. With 1078 challenges to determine a single winner across various categories, the beloved city of Parma served as an exceptional venue. Italy emerges triumphantly from the competition, with near absolute dominance in several […]
New smoking bans in Italy: cigarettes halted
Further restrictions and new smoking bans are on the horizon in Italy, aligning with new regulations proposed by many European countries. This is the decision of the state authorities, who aim to curb the consumption of tobacco products to reduce the concentration of pollutants in the air. However, uniform legislation […]
The First Italian High Fashion Show
The fine dressing and style of Italian fashion houses are renowned worldwide, unmatched by any other. But have you ever wondered how this achievement was reached? Did Italian fashion emerge from the ingenuity of a forward-thinking genius or is it the result of centuries of history? The evolution of this […]
Titanic Shipwreck: On the Trail of Italians on Board
As we commemorate the most tragic and unforgettable shipwreck in modern history, new information emerges about the stories of the Italians aboard and some survivors. Let’s go back to that frigid night 112 years ago, just 3 days after the boarding of the 269-meter marine giant. At 2:20 am on […]