Romans, lend me your shears: empire brought hair removal to Britain, says English Heritage
As Monty Python fans know, the Romans have done nothing for us apart from giving us sanitation, medicine, education, wine, public order, irrigation, roads, a fresh water system and public health. Roman experts may also suggest they have given us public relations, street food, town planning, currency, our calendar, underfloor heating and bureaucracy...
Should we regulate Italian restaurants abroad?
Italian cuisine is known worldwide for its authentic and traditional products. However, in recent years, the Italian-sounding phenomenon has posed a threat to genuine Italian goods. It’s not uncommon to see “Italian” items, complete with Italian names and symbols, but with nothing Italian about them. Just to give you an example, an Austrian-Chinese...
Why Sambuca Is Garnished With 3 Coffee Beans In Italy
In any Italian drinking establishment, you're bound to see bottles of red, green, black, and white sambuca behind the bar. A neutral grain alcohol infused with star anise, sugar, and elderberry essential oils, sambuca is commonly served straight up with three coffee beans floating atop the shot. Far from being a simple garnish, the beans have addit...
"Pride and Memory - Emigration from the South of Italy" - Exhibition
When: From Wednesday, June 28, 2023 to Monday, August 28, 2023 From 10:00 am To 4:00 pm - Organized by : IIC-NY - Entrance : Free The exhibition "Pride and Memory - Emigration from the South", conceived by journalists Luigi Liberti and Gaetano Bonelli and sponsored by the Italian Cultural Institute in New York, aims to tell the story of those who e...
20 most charming historic houses where to sleep in Italy
Choosing an historic residence as a place to sleep in Italy offers a unique experience that blends timeless elegance with the richness of history and modern luxury. Italy, home to ancient traditions and extraordinary cultural heritage, boasts a myriad of historic homes that have been beautifully restored and transformed into charming boutique hotel...
Casa D’Italia brings authentic Italian Food to Clarksville
Casa D’Italia is one of the newest restaurants in Clarksville and one that has gotten a lot of positive buzz since its opening about six months ago. Buki Murati is the owner of the Italian restaurant that many are saying is the most authentic in town. “We opened this location about six months ago,” Murati said. “We have another restaurant in Alabam...
Water scenery from north to south
Nature is tireless, even when it seems motionless. She works to give us breathtaking landscapes, almost unreal enough to seem magical. Yet they are as real as ever, and often all it takes to reach them is a comfortable pair of hiking shoes and the desire to be amazed. Among the most enthralling natural suggestions are the spectacles that waterfalls...
Will Fiat bringing its top-selling EV to the US make it cool again?
Fiat is preparing to revamp its brand in the US. The Italian automaker is bringing its top-selling electric car, the Fiat 500e, back to the US in an attempt to take on Tesla and the booming EV market. With Fiat sales diminishing to nearly nothing over the past several years, analysts believe an affordable and unique EV, like the new 500e, can help...
You’d Never Guess Some Of The Best Italian Food In Colorado Is Hiding In This Strip Mall
If you’re looking for the best Italian restaurant in Colorado, then you might be surprised to find it in a strip mall in Lakewood – yet there it is. Cafe Jordano opened in 1991 and is family-owned and operated. It’s been serving hungry patrons since then, and everyone who dines at this wonderful little spot leaves more than satisfied. Cafe Jordano...
Five Essential Italian Herbs for Your Kitchen: Elevating Your Culinary Experience
Italian cuisine, with its delectable flavors and enticing aromas, has a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Its ability to showcase simple ingredients in the most magnificent way is part of its charm. Integral to this magic is the careful selection and use of herbs. Here, we’ll explore five essential Italian herbs that are in...
Confindustria brings Leonardo da Vinci to the U.S.
Confindustria, the General Confederation of Italian Industry, is bringing Leonardo da Vinci to the United States in the occasion of the inauguration of an office in Washington D.C. The initiative is part of the project Confindustria in the world, which has already seen the opening of offices in Kiev and Singapore and aims to extende the Italian Ind...
The Ancient Roman History Of The Italian Sausage We Eat Today
While there are countless different styles of sausage throughout Italy, what many know as Italian sausage is most commonly a thick, encased pork sausage that's typically flavored with fennel and other spices and herbs. It's a fresh sausage, as opposed to a smoked or cured sausage, which means the meat is raw and must be cooked before consumption. I...