Over the past two years, rental prices in Italy have soared by 30%, with square meter costs reaching unprecedented levels that make certain streets virtually off-limits for much of the population. Here is the updated list of Italy’s most expensive shopping streets as of December 2024, ranked by annual rental […]
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The Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center: An Italian Tradition Illuminating New York
The Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center is a shining icon that has illuminated the heart of New York for decades, but few are familiar with its fascinating story of tradition, emigration, and an Italian touch. This is the story of Cesidio Perruzza, the Italian who, during a time of deep […]
Italian Christmas cakes
Cakes and sweets are queens of the Italian Christmas celebrations; the tradition of the dolci di Natale is long and varied all over Italy.
Christmas holidays: some common Italian habits
How these weeks of Christmas and New Year are celebrated in Italy.
14 December: Tortellini in Broth National Day – Between History and Curiosity
This day cannot be tied to us Italians. Surely, the residents of Modena, Bologna, and Castelfranco Emilia celebrated this day with a nice dinner of tortellini in broth. Yes, the dispute over the origins of tortellini is still ongoing and will most likely never be resolved. We can’t even agree […]
The most famous Christmas street markets in Italy
Christmas street markets are the true protagonists of the Christmas shopping frenzy; here you can find handmade objects, gifts and decorations.
Ten Italian books to read this Christmas
Ten Italian books to read or to give as gifts this Christmas, books to talk about together in front of a hot chocolate and a slice of panettone.
December: the month of magic
December is a month were the sacred and the pagan mingle, showing how our country’s traditions come from a very distant past, before Christianity rooted.
The best places for Christmas in Italy
Christmas is celebrated everywhere in Italy, but there are some places particularly beautiful in this period, which are definitely worth a visit
Spending Christmas holidays in Milan
Milan, the stylish and vibrant metropolis of Italy, is not only a global fashion hub but also a charming destination to spend the Christmas holidays. As the city comes alive with festive lights, charming decorations, and an air of celebration, visitors are treated to a unique blend of traditional Italian […]