Italy is known, of course, for its delicious cuisine, its rich history,and its beautiful art. But let’s not forget its magnificent wine. 2015 was a banner year for Italian wine as Italy surpassed France in becoming the world’s largest wine producer, according to European Union data How did it happen? In… Continue reading
“Natale con i tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi.” (“Christmas with your family, Easter with whomever you like.”) So goes the saying that Italians like to invoke on Easter weekend and, specifically, on Easter Monday or Pasquetta (literally: “Little Easter”). A national holiday, nearly everything shuts down and Italians go fuori… Continue reading
Learning a new language can be hit or miss. Some students get the hang of it easily, while others may feel lost. If you are one of those who struggle with language, good news; you are not alone. Author, writer, and Italian enthusiast Jhumpa Lahiri chronicles her experiences as a… Continue reading
Study Italian with Sentieri this winter! Space is limited and classes are filling up fast, so hurry and register today to save and secure a spot in your favorite class and time! Classes will be closed as they reach the maximum number of students and all winter registration closes March 25th, 2016. For absolute beginners,… Continue reading
Put on your masks because today begins the world-famous festival Carnevale! But just what is Carnevale, exactly? Like Mardi Gras, Carnevale is an annual festa that takes place during the two weeks before Lent and is one last chance for a sensory blowout before the Lenten fast begins. Not to be confused with… Continue reading
Winner of many awards and a competitor in the Palme d’Or at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, the Italian film, Mia Madre by Nanni Moretti explores the struggles of a woman trying to balance work and family. Hard working film director Margherita (Margherita Buy) is directing a new film starring … Continue reading
Sentieri is excited to welcome two new business partners! Andersonville Wine & Spirits has been in the Andersonville neighborhood for years. They offer many great Italian wines – some, in fact, that can only be found in this area at Andersonville Wine & Spirits. Bella ‘Mbriana just open its doors this fall at Leland… Continue reading
On December 9th, 2015, Sentieri hosted its holiday party at Anna Maria Pasteria. Over 70 people showed up to our event and each and every one of them helped us celebrate the holidays Italian style before we enter 2016. In attendance were Sentieri’s regular students, their friends and family and even… Continue reading
Natale con i tuoi; Pasqua con chi vuoi. “Christmas with your parents and Easter with whomever you want.” We are about to enter the holiday season. For some, that means getting ready to celebrate with our families, exchange gifts and cook delicious, extravagant meals that will keep us full until Spring.… Continue reading
