Many folks from Northern Europe and Anglo-Saxon countries often see Southern Europe as a blend of beautiful scenery, healthy food, lovely buildings, and sunny weather. Thus, they tend to lump Italy and Spain together. But in this post, we’re going to look beyond the basics. We won’t just discuss obvious facts like “Spain speaks Spanish,…
In Italy, coffee is not just a mere source of morning energy; it’s an intrinsic part of their culture. Italians have transformed coffee-making into an art form grounded in tradition and simplicity. When coffee entered Europe, Italy took the front seat in coffee making. They poured years of craftsmanship into it and reaped their authentic,…
The Italian flag is a rectangle, with a ratio of 2:3, divided into three vertical stripes of identical measures, with the colors green, white, and red. It’s like a delicious pizza, with the stripes of the flag representing toppings: basil, mozzarella, and tomato! But have you noticed how similar the Mexican flag is to the…
Oh, Italy! The land of pizza, pasta, and passionate people! Are you wondering about facts about Italian culture? You will get plenty here in this post. You know what they say, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” – which I think means eat as much pizza and pasta as you can, am I…
Italy and the EU – it’s like a pasta dish and a pesto Caesar salad, they go together but are also separate entities! Is Italy a country? Some people might think Italy isn’t an independent country. And they leap to this conclusion because it’s part of the EU. Traveling around many European states without a…
Christopher Columbus is the man who set sail across the vast and treacherous Atlantic Ocean in search of a quicker trade route to Asia. He discovered the New World and gave us all an excuse to have a day off from work – thank you, Columbus Day! But hold on, ladies and gentlemen! A question…
Italian humor, folks. They say it’s one of the best – and you know what? I believe it. Not only are Italian jokes downright funny, sometimes, but they can also be too smart that it would take a few seconds to realize the funny part of it. It’s like a comedic mind game if you…
In Italy, fathers reign supreme. There is a special breed of patriarchs. These men are known for their artistry. In the craft of scolding their offspring, no one can beat them. No door left partly open or request for a lavish purchase goes unnoticed, for an Italian dad has an arsenal of witty remarks at…
In the fall of 1847, a young man of just twenty years by the name of Goffredo Mameli put pen to paper and penned a stirring set of lyrics. Little did he know that it would become the Italian national anthem. His inspiration? None other than the rousing strains of La Marseillaise, that fiery call-to-arms…
The first-ever Formula One included a jazz musician, a Swiss baron, and a Thai prince, among a host of international drivers. Over time, the sport has grown to become a global event that spans 34 countries, but there is one track that is synonymous with the sport. Monza, home of the Italian Grand Prix, is…