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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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Visitors to Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region typically visit Modena, home of the famous balsamic vinegar; or Parma, the source of the prized prosciutto and parmigiano-reggiano cheese; or Bologna, a famed “culinary capital” of Italy. But these are big cities by our standards. These foods are readily available throughout the region, and venturing out in...

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The culture of good food is as central to the heart and soul of Italy as practically any other facet of the Dolce Vita. Each of Italy’s regions is renowned for distinctive food and wine specialties, all lovingly produced with pride and tradition. Yet only one region, Emilia Romagna, has earned the nickname of Italy’s “food basket.” Considered to be...

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On August 9, 2023, my son, Mike Palmer, and I boarded a flight from Pittsburgh, Penn. to Milan, Italy. We were on a journey to follow the footsteps of my late father, William Albino Vicini, who, in turn, made a similar trip to Italy in 1976 to visit our relatives and pay respects to his father, Albino Vicini, in Trefiumi, Italy. In Milan, we gazed...

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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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In all its territorial variety, Italy boasts a large number of beautiful and evocative mountain localities, ideal for visiting any time of year, whether summer or winter. From north to south, the Italian mountain scene offers tourists a range of landscapes: lakes at high altitutude, incredible forests, enchanting villages and borgoes rich in histor...

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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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You're starting in the Viola Pasifae, "says Enrico, Lamborghini’s jovial PR manager, flashing his time- honoured Italian smile at the lady in our group. Sensing our impatience, he turns to the rest of us and goes, “You’ve got the Grigio Acheso, you the Arancio Xanto, you the Rosso Efesto, you the Blu Okeanos,” and directing his attentions towards m...

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