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Were you born to be Italian?

Were you born to be Italian? The Italian lifestyle is a state of mind and can be followed anywhere in the world.  Learn to infuse la dolce vita into your daily life. Born To Be Italian from Born To Be Italian on Vimeo. Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your […]

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ITALIAN WORDS you’ve been getting wrong

ITALIAN WORDS you’ve been getting wrong Marco in a box, who made the popular video 20 Rules Italians Never break (see it here) shows how to correctly pronounce Italian food words and names. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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Lucca Antique Fair

Lucca Antique Fair The Lucca Antique Fair is held on the third weekend of every month.  Over 200 vendors are spread out in Via del Battistero, Piazza Antelminelli, Piazza San Martino, Piazza San Giusto, Piazza San Giovanni and Piazza Bernardini in the city centre.  Items for sale consist of jewelry, furniture, fabrics, objects paintings and much […]

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Nespresso Commercial – Danny Devito and George Clooney

Nespresso Commercial – Danny Devito and George Clooney Here’s a funny Nespresso commercial starring George Clooney and Danny Devito. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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Fiat- funny commercial

Fiat- funny commercial Fiat is the largest automobile manufacturer in Italy.  Here is a funny commercial – Enjoy! JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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Calcio Storico

Calcio Storico Calcio Storico or Calcio Fiorentino is a mixed form of rugby, soccer and wrestling that is played in Piazza Santa Croce in Florence.  The players dress in historic costumes and make up 4 teams, Santa Maria Novella- Red, Santo Spirito- White, Santa Croce-Blue and San Giovanni Green. Calcio Storico takes place in June […]

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Substituting Olive Oil for Butter

Substituting Olive Oil for Butter Both olive oil and butter are typical staples in any kitchen but….. Have you ever ran out of the correct amount of butter for a recipe and didn’t have time or want to run to the store?  Did you ever think can I substitute olive oil for butter? It may […]

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“Italian” food

“Italian” food Chef Fabio explains which of America’s favorite Italian dishes don’t exist in Italy. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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Autentico: Pasta Do’s and Don’ts

Autentico: Pasta Do’s and Don’ts Chef Fabio explains what sauces go best with certain shape pastas in Italy. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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House Wine in Italy

House Wine in Italy Don’t be afraid to order the house wine in Italy. It is always good and one never appears cheap when ordering it. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

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