Though its origins are hazy, April 1st is typically reserved as day for pranks, practical jokes, and general silliness. In Italy, it is no different. Somehow, over the course of history, the fool has come to take the form of a fish in Italy. The traditional pesce d’aprile (April Fool’s joke)… Continue reading
Valentine’s day is just around the corner, which means chocolates, roses, and of course…AMORE! Valentine’s Day is a fun day for many couples. But where did this day even begin? Who was Saint Valentine? Time’s 6 quick facts about Valentine’s Day article provides surprising information about this special day. Most importantly,… Continue reading
This day in history, September 8th, marks the anniversary of Italy signing the armistice during World War II. Benito Mussolini had been Italy’s prime minister since 1922. In 1940 Mussolini’s Italy entered WWII on the side of Germany. After three years of war, Italy became torn between its loyalists to… Continue reading
If you need a crash course before your trip to Italy, or want an introduction to the Italian language and culture, this is the class for you. A six hour course provides learners with a linguistic and cultural overview. Students will learn basic vocabulary and language structures that will help them… Continue reading
SOLD OUT: A presentation and tasting of stuffed pasta with Paola Nervi of Slow Food Brittany Monday, April 7th, 6:30pm-9pm Come join us at Spacca Napoli for a presentation, demonstration, and a tasting of two pasta dishes conducted by Paola Nervi. The two types of stuffed pasta will be ravioli… Continue reading
The applicant will be contacted within three business days of submitting this form with pricing and information on how to schedule a consultation. The consultation and document procurement services will be provided by Sentieri’s partner company. Sentieri will provide its expert service in translating all necessary documents for completion of the citizenship process. Continue reading
A cultural and culinary presentation on Italian soups hosted by the President of the Slow Food® movement chapter of Brittany, France, will give a brief historical, social and culinary excursus of Italian farmers’ tradition. We will also sample three different soups from three different Italian regions. Registration Registration and payment… Continue reading
