Last Monday we had our first day of freedom – phase two. What kind of freedom was included in phase two? Being allowed to walk more than 600 feet from our homes, outdoor exercise (not in groups), ability to visit family (only within your region) and the opening of restaurants, ice cream shops and cafes (only for takeout). Read More
Italy remains on lockdown until at least May 3rd. A few days before the country asked us all to stay home, we were in Venice where things were already very quiet. Read More
We live in Lombardy, the most hard-hit region in Italy. We have been on lockdown for a week, but partial lockdown for a few weeks during which time the kids have been out of school and hubby has been working from home. What is life like? Read More
Today’s language lesson does not involve any new vocabulary or verb conjugations or rolling of the r’s. Read More
This past weekend and maybe the upcoming weekend (for rebels looking to vacation right up until the last-minute), is known as the “rientro.” When using this word as it relates to vacation, it would mean, “returning home” or “going home.” Everyone hates this word because it means a return to the routine life. The end of the summer fun. And as you might recall, Italians really know how to do summer up right. Read More
Lately I have been catching some fun photos of gli anziani – seniors. Most anziani are nonni – grandparents. Grandparents play a very important part in Italian culture. This usually comes in the form of giving out insightful advise, Sunday dinners, spoiling grandchildren but even raising their grandchildren. Read More
Today I ran into a friend I have not seen in a long time. In Italy usually your friends greet you with the double kiss – one on each side of the cheek. But since she is Swiss, she gave me three kisses (because apparently the Swiss do three kisses). Read More
My dear friend Alida over at My Little Italian Kitchen recently interviewed me for her blog. She is an Italian living in England and wanted my perspective of an American living in Italy. She asked me about some of the challenges I encountered when I first moved to Italy. Read More
This morning my kid woke up with a horrific cough. We decided to give him some cough syrup. Here were the options: Read More
When I first moved to Italy, people were constantly stealing from me – my wallet from my purse, money from my coat pocket, countless phones from my backpack. Read More
10 Signs You Lived in Italy in a Past Life
Great post by the blog: Live Like an Italian. Spot on! Number 6 was my favorite!
Looking for a home in Italy? Have about €250,000 to spend? What can you get with that kind of cash? Well, that all depends on where you are. In places like historic centers of Rome and Milan expect to pay this amount for a 300 square foot (30 square meters) “apartment.” Read More
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