Do you know what they are? The finalists of the unique, partner-voted StudyTravel Star Awards 2025 have been revealed, recognising excellence in service among agencies, educators, industry associations and service providers in the international education sector. Now in their 19th edition, the StudyTravel Star Awards are an annual highlight for the industry, and the winnersContinue reading “StudyTravel LANGUAGE Star Awards 2025 finalists unveiled”
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VILLAMAGNA …a lesser known DOC
Villamagna DOC The Villamagna DOC designation is relatively new, introduced in 2011, and includes red wines made with Montepulciano grapes grown in the municipality of Villamagna. The DOC is also the result of feverish efforts undertaken in 2011 to create as many appellations as possible before Italy ceded control of the area to the EuropeanContinue reading “VILLAMAGNA …a lesser known DOC”
MACCARONI FRITTATA ..
Macaroni Frittata: History and Evolution of Neapolitan Beach Food Macaroni frittata, also known as pasta frittata, macaroni pizza, or pasta pizza, is a true masterpiece of traditional Neapolitan cuisine and a truly ingenious invention. This dish, beloved by adults and children alike for its deliciousness and versatility, is a perfect example of empty-fridge cooking, idealContinue reading “MACCARONI FRITTATA ..”
The Cavalcade of the Assumption
The Cavalcade of the Assumption is the oldest historical reenactment based on attested written sources in Italy. It is held annually in Fermo to celebrate the city’s devotion to the patron saint, the Virgin Mary, assumed into heaven. Everyone knows the famous Palio di Siena, but similar, age-old traditions exist throughout Italy. Today we moveContinue reading “The Cavalcade of the Assumption”
LO “SCARPARIELLO”
What began as a simple peasant or leftover dish, a quick method of preparing pasta with a sauce based on fresh or peeled tomatoes, grated cheese, garlic, hot chili pepper and fresh basil, has transformed into an icon of Italian cuisine, or rather Campanian to be more precise. In short, not a “normal” pasta withContinue reading “LO “SCARPARIELLO””
FERRAGOSTO
Ferragosto, celebrated on August 15th, has its origins in ancient Rome. It derives from the Latin “Feriae Augusti,” meaning “Augustus’ Rest,” and was established by Emperor Augustus in 18 BC. Initially, it was a holiday to mark the end of summer agricultural work, with a period of rest and celebrations for workers. Over time, theContinue reading “FERRAGOSTO”
THE NIGHT OF SAN LORENZO
THE NIGHT OF SAN LORENZO San Lorenzo is the name given to the night between August 10th and 11th, traditionally also known as the “night of shooting stars” and considered the best time to lie down and gaze at the sky in the hope of spotting some. The night of San Lorenzo was once theContinue reading “THE NIGHT OF SAN LORENZO”
THE GESTURES OF ITALIANS
Have you ever wondered why we Italians talk so much with our hands? Many think it’s just a way to emphasize words, but the truth is much more fascinating.In reality, our gestures arose out of a concrete necessity. In the Middle Ages, Italy was divided into many small states, each with its own dialect. ImagineContinue reading “THE GESTURES OF ITALIANS”
What are the best Italian tomatoes: here are all the varieties to try.
TomatoesWhen you say Italy, you think of tomatoes, even though the fruit is far from native. There are over 5,000 registered varieties, distinguished by shape, color, flavor, and size. And many of the best ones grow right here in Italy, demonstrating that tradition is a successful innovation, as Oscar Wilde wrote before Monsieur de Lapalisse.Continue reading “What are the best Italian tomatoes: here are all the varieties to try.”
White, Black, and Red Garlic: All the Differences You Should Know
Origins, characteristics and culinary uses of different types of garlic, from the irreplaceable white to the precious fermented black, up to the most aromatic red varieties. The Differences Between the Various Types of Garlic Used for millennia in ovens, pots, and on popular dishes, garlic continues to be a solid and versatile presence in contemporaryContinue reading “White, Black, and Red Garlic: All the Differences You Should Know”
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