In October of 2014, Sentieri Tours went to Piedmont, Italy and visited several cities and sites experiencing the best of Northern Italy’s offerings of the harvest season. The Travel Log below describes each day of the trip, what we ate, and what wines we drank – complete with pictures and… Continue reading
Ferzan Ozpetek was born in Istanbul, Turkey in 1959. Later on he moved to Rome to study Cinema History. As he became an Italian citizen, he began to direct many captivating Italian movies. So far, he has won many awards for best direction and best film such as the David… Continue reading
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
Allacciate Le Cinture Elena and Antonio couldn’t be any different, but are both overwhelmed by a mutual attraction that neither can ignore. This 2014 dramatic comedy, directed by Ferzan Ozpetek, explores the love of an unconventional young couple and there affect that their love has on those that they love.… Continue reading
“Those who know many languages live as many lives as the languages they know.” – Czech Proverb When you learn another language, you learn a foreign mentality. After years of practice studying another language you gain a sense of the customs, the culture and the mindset of the people… Continue reading
«Tra il dire e il fare c’è di mezzo il mare» Translation: “An ocean lies between what is said and what is done.” English equivalent: “Easier said than done.” With the use of a vast ocean, this Italian idiom adds another level of how easy it is for us to… Continue reading
