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MY PRIVATE ITALY: AT CHRISTMAS, PANDORO OR PANETTONE?
Written by Serena Vocella
Christmas is one of my favourite moments of the year: the colours of the lights in the houses, families reuniting to enjoy the magic of this holiday together and children looking forward to the arrival of Santa Claus. Christmas in Italy is also an opportunity to taste many typical sweets, which are served on our tables every year with a unique flavour that reminds us of how beautiful it is to celebrate Christmas with the people you love.
MY PRIVATE ITALY: OLIVE OIL, I LOVE YOU
Written by Marcello Cordovani
Extra virgin olive oil (EVO) is undoubtedly the symbol of Mediterranean food, and Italian food in particular. Olive oil is an ancient product, rich in history. You don't drink it, you eat it; it is a valuable food, a few grams change the taste of food.
MY PRIVATE ITALY: HARVESTING MY OLIVES ON LAKE GARDA
Written by Marcello Cordovani
It is often said that the greatest satisfaction in creating something lies in the act of doing so, rather than in the outcome.
MY PRIVATE ITALY: IN SICILY, EAT LIKE A SICILIAN
Written by Serena Vocella
I have been hosted several times in a Sicilian house and for sure they never run out of food!
ITALY'S DARKEST HOUR - EPISODE 6: THE AGONY OF NAPLES
Written by Marcello CordovaniThe landing of Salerno was designed to advance further north and free Naples as soon as possible, but it resulted in a painful time for the city.
MY PRIVATE ITALY: "ESPRESSO", WHY WE CAN'T DO WITHOUT IT
Written by Serena Vocella
"Giusto il tempo di un caffè e arrivo!” (“Just the time to have a coffee and I’m coming!") is the typical phrase used by Italians to measure time.