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A Zany Slice of Tuscany: La Bella Figura and Other Italian Concepts That Elude Me
A Zany Slice of Tuscany not only gives us an insider’s look at the many beautiful moments of living abroad, but also transports us into a rarely seen Italia. Funny stories are recounted with wit and affection and don’t leave you feeling negative, but instead as if you’ve finally lived . . . in Italy.

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Statue of Liberty Lady Liberty
My grandfather never spoke much about his early days in America, or the long ship ride over the ocean, but he often mentioned the awesome feeling he experienced as a young boy when his steamer ship from Naples, Italy, approached Ellis Island. The moment was engraved in his memory.

Where in the World are Antonio and Dante?
After spending time in Italy Antonio and Dante have opted to head back to the United States for their next adventure. Can you figure out what popular destination they are visiting?

Share a Photo, Recipe, Story or Tradition
Italy is a wonderful and magnificent country filled with traditions, stories, incredible food and breath taking views. With your help Italiansrus.com can help show the world just what Italy has to offer. There are four ways you can help so just select one of the choices and you will be presented with guidelines and a form you can use to contact me about your submission.

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* Photo of the Week
The sea crashing against the rocks along the coast of Minturno, Italy.

* Proverb
Quattordici mestieri, quindici infortuni

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for zucchini and summer squash soup.

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Volume 15, No. 25

June 20, 2016 italiansrus

Volume 15 No. 25

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A Zany Slice of Italy
This light, lively book takes place in Italy, with hilarious anecdotes about the author and her husband’s trip to visit his family in Abruzzo and finally their escape to Tuscany. Her own expectations were shattered when she embarked on la dolce vita. She envisioned drinking unforgettable Brunello by candlelight and discussing art and history with elegant dinner guests. Instead, dinner discussions revolved around how to avoid a “bad wind,” whether the Mafia runs IKEA, and bizarre theories on why the Chinese in Italy never have funerals.

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Trendy Beaches, Deceiving Witches
Legends say that no woman can become a witch just by a wink of the eye in Romagna. Come the witches’ night between the 23 and 24 of June the town of San Giovanni in Marignano, in province of Rimini is filled with witches who are said to be particularly active and deceiving this night.

Just Peachie!
Sometimes the simplest things can make the best desserts. A ripe juicy succulent peach definitely falls into this category. This isn’t the only way to enjoy this fruit. There is so many things that one can do with a peach that it is no wonder that it ranks second only to the apple in the United States.

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* Photo of the Week
The Palazzo Marino in Milan. The Palazzo Marino is Milan’s city hall. It is a 16th century palace located in the Piazza della Scala.

* Proverb
Casa sporca, gente aspetta

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for pesto sauce.

Volume 15, No. 24

June 13, 2016 italiansrus

Volume 15 No. 24

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Puma Italy Away Soccer Jersey S/S Euro 2016

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Triora Triora’s Dark Past
Triora is a picturesque town located on the Italian-French border in the province of Imperia within the region of Liguria. It is an elite member of I Borghi Piú Belli d’Italia and winner of the Bandiere Arancione from the Touring Club Italia. Even though it is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy there was a time when Triora was called the Salem of Italy.

St. Anthony of Padua
Each year June 13 holds a special place in my heart. Not only is it the birthday of my father Antonio, who passed away in 1986, it is the feast day of our patron saint St. Anthony of Padua.

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* Photo of the Week
A statue of San Sebastian - Lausdomini, Marigliano. A statue of San Sebastian, who is the patron saint of Lausdomini, Marigliano.

* Proverb
Chi la vuole cotta e chi la vuole cruda

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for olive bread.

Volume 15, No. 23

June 6, 2016June 6, 2016 italiansrus

Volume 15 No. 23

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Galileo Galilei E La Torre Di Pisa – Galileo Galilei and the Pisa Tower
Young readers and language learners will find this bilingual book easy to read and to understand. A simple story is used to introduce Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, his life, work and discoveries. Colorful illustrations help readers understand the text and a page with additional facts is included after the story for curious minds and for school activities. Every page of the book is written in both Italian and English, so that the use of a dictionary is not necessary.

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How to Celebrate an Italian Baptism
Since the majority of Italians identify as Catholic, many babies are baptized in the Church. The ceremony itself is pretty much the same as it is in Catholic churches the world over. But there are certain aspects of the celebrations that are uniquely Italian. You could easily incorporate some of these ideas into your own celebration, no matter where you’re throwing your party.

Italian Wedding Customs & Traditions
What makes Italian weddings so intriguing is that the customs and traditions vary from region to region as well as town to town. This will give you a great look at the traditions and customs that occur during the engagement, mass and reception and whether they are still carried on today.

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* Photo of the Week
The town of Tocco da Casauria is located in the province of Pescara. Located behind the town is the Majella, which is a limestone massif that is part of the Central Apennines, in Abruzzo.