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In 2023, the production of Mortadella Bologna PGI reached 39.5 million kg, with sales hitting 33.3 million kg. Compared to 2022, this marks a notable uptick in production by +3.7% and sales by +0.8%, as per data sourced from IFCQ certifications. Notably, the pre-packaged sliced variant of the deli meat has sustained its impressive decade-long growt...

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Imagine losing the use of your legs. A car accident, a sudden illness, a life-breaking trauma. The physical pain, the psychological frustration, the anguish of an immobile future. What if you were told that there is a technology that can make you walk again? Not a distant future, but the present. This is the story of Alex Santucci, a 49-year-old of...

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Mortadella, with its unmistakable spicy and aromatic scent and its soft consistency, is a cured meat that has conquered everyone's palates, all over the world. This has always represented the Italian snack par excellence: enclosed in two discs of bread and held in the hands of children and adults - it has always symbolized union and simplicity. Ori...

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Wedged between the well-trodden cities of Venice, Milan, and Florence, Bologna is often overlooked. That’s too bad because this vibrant historical and gastronomic center is one of the most culturally rich places in Italy. Home to 400,000 people, the capital of Emilia-Romagna has high quality-of-life indicators and ranks as one of the most livable d...

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The beautiful Emilia Romagna region in Northern Italy is famous for its rich culinary culture, stunning countryside, and historic cities. Visitors flock to this region for an endless array of exciting activities and experiences. One of the most important things to consider when traveling to Emilia Romagna is where to stay.  These locations help you...

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The fourth Mid-Atlantic edition of the restored film festival Il Cinema Ritrovato on Tour (Re-discovered Cinema on Tour) takes place from March 6 through March 10, 2024 across the DMV area, and it will culminate again with screenings at the National Gallery of Art. This year's collaborations extended to the Italian Cultural Institute of Washington,...

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In this article, we delve into the 20 best places to retire in Italy for US citizens. Navigating retirement planning involves strategic decision-making, and for numerous US citizens, Italy has emerged as an enchanting destination to retire to. These American retirees are attracted to the richness of the Mediterranean lifestyle, the beauty of stunni...

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In Bologna, the term "Quadrilatero" refers to the area centrally located between the Rizzoli, dell'Archiginnasio, Farini, and Castiglione avenues. However, it goes beyond that. It is the birthplace of major institutions in Bologna like banks, universities, theaters, towers, hospitals, museums, and pubs. These streets have seen history. Consider the...

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With family celebrations taking up the winter holidays and the summer a perennial struggle to mesh everyone’s schedules, spring break in Italy can be a great alternative. Schools generally close at least once between March and April, and stay closed for a week (or slightly longer, if you count two weekends); flights are often cheaper during these s...

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In the heart of Manhattan, a culinary event is set to unfold at Lucciola Restaurant on February 5th at 7pm. Under the guidance of Chef Michele Casadei Massari and his business partner Alberto Ghezzi, both from Bologna, Lucciola is hosting an exclusive fundraising dinner, aiming to contribute significantly to the preservation of one of Italy’s histo...

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