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Millefoglie di polenta Ingredients 375 g of instant polenta 1.5 l of water 300 g of mushrooms 500 g of sausage 1/2 carrot 1/2 shallot 1 clove of garlic 400 ml of tomato sauce 1/2 glass of white wine grated Parmesan cheese chopped parsley salt extra virgin olive oil Have a look at the below […]

New Year’s Resolutions in Italian New Year’s resolutions are made all over the world.  This video lists common resolutions made in Italy and their English translations.  Take a look at the video to see how similar the resolutions made in Italy are to your resolutions made at the beginning of each year. Video from youtube […]

Perfect Symphony Perfect Symphony with Andrea Bocelli and Ed Sheeran.  Watch this behind the scenes making of this beautiful music made by these amazing singers in both English and Italian.  You won’t be disappointed! Video from youtube Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life- Anna Akhmatova

Christmas traditions in Italy Christmas in Italy is truly magical time . Each town has it’s own tradition to enjoy and explore during the season. From Christmas decorations, Christmas markets, La Befana, live nativities, papal message, to zampognari and much more. Have a look at some of these traditions in different parts of Italy in […]

Albero di sfoglia salato Here’s a creative appetizer with just a few ingredients.  It’s simple to prepare and makes a festive presentation. Ingredients 2 pastry sheets pesto sauce 1 egg cherry tomatoes See the video below for assembly. Video from youtube Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life- Anna […]

Italian Expressions related to EYES Italian has many expressions that are different than English expressions.  Some may be funny or confusing to an English speaker. Here are some Italian expressions related to eyes and the meanings explained.  Are you familiar with any of these? Video from youtube Italy is a dream that keeps returning for […]

Italian proverb Have you heard this Italian proverb and do you know what it means? Chi dorm non piglia pesci Take a look at the video for an explanation.

Timballo di pasta Ingredients 3 eggplants Salt and pepper 50 ml of balsamic vinegar 500 g of minced meat 1 onion pieces 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 pack of tomato pulp 300 g of rigatoni 2 tablespoons basil, minced 200 g of ricotta cheese 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese 200 g of mozzarella […]

Una Torta Lasagna 30 sheets of lasagne previously cooked 100 g of sliced ​​salami 150 ml of béchamel 150 g grated mozzarella cheese For pesto: 1 sprig of basil 75 g of roasted pine nuts 70 g of grated Parmesan cheese 1 clove of garlic 125 ml of olive oil For the sauce: 500 g […]

Travel Phrases Get ready for your Italy trip with these twenty travel phrases which will help you through out your vacation.  Do you want someone to take a photo of you?  Learn how to ask someone in Italian.  This video covers common questions regarding transportation, hotels and restaurants. Here are some recommended books for travel: […]