Italian language tips, culture deep dives, and everything you need to fall in love with Italy.
Exploring Dolomites: A Visual Symphony The Dolomites, so majestic and unique. Watch this video to witness a breathtaking aerial drone footage showcasing the magnificent Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Curious about what they are? Allow us to enlighten you promptly! The Tre Cime di Lavaredo are the most famous peaks in the Dolomites, in fact they […]
The Bombardino warms your heart…and more! It’s the best defense for the coldest days and has that sugar boost that cheers you up after a day spent skiing, snowboarding or snowshoeing. But let’s face it, even enjoying it at home on your sofa under a blanket isn’t bad. You don’t need to do extreme sports […]
As you have read from the article, Panettone is a symbol of Christmas! But how difficult is it to prepare it? This video showcases the step-by-step recipe for creating a flawless Italian Panettone, revealing the lengthy process and the dedication required to achieve perfection. We have never tried to prepare it, and will you try? […]
Polenta is a popular Italian dish commonly found in the northern regions of Italy. In the past, this dish served as a staple during times of hardship. However, it has now transformed into a prominent delicacy for those seeking mountain retreats. This humble food is made from water, corn flour, olive oil, and salt. It […]
With our hearts we are in Naples, so why not take a virtual trip and see the beauties of this city? The Cathedral of Naples, whose name is the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, is one of the largest and most important churches in the city. It dates back to the 13th century. Covering […]
When does the Befana bring gifts? 1) On the night of December 5th2) On the night of January 25th3) On the night of January 5th What’s the Italian name for Christmas Eve? 1) Vigiglia di Natale2) Vigilia di Natale3) Veglione di Natale Is Parmigiana in Sicily considered as…? 1) First course2) Second course3) Side dish […]
Feeling at home in space! Have you ever seen preparing and eating a meal in space? Not even us before these videos by Samantha Cristoforetti! The video was shared on YouTube in 2015 by the European Space Agency (ESA) during Samantha’s mission which led her to live and work in the International Space Station. According […]
Noun gender is a fundamental part of Italian and understanding how it all works will really help you accelerate your Italian! When we talk about noun gender, we don’t mean whether things are “male” or “female”, or whether nouns identify as “non-binary” or “gender fluid”… no! That’s a whole nother discussion but has nothing to […]
Italian is one of the most popular languages in the world for people to learn (the 4th most studied language, to be exact!), and who can blame them? If you’re reading this, chances are you too are one of the millions who dream of achieving fluency in Italian. But for many learners of Italian, knowing […]
The traditional Italian breakfast It is a well known fact that Italians are quite eternally obsessed with food. To begin to understand the culture it is basically a necessity that you have some comprehension of the Italian love affair with food. This article will discuss the first meal of the day, Italian breakfast – what […]
What on earth is a diphthong, you ask? Put simply it’s when two vowels come together side by side and form one syllable, also known as a “gliding vowel”. The one syllable vowel sound is similar to how the two vowels sound on their own, unlike English where a diphthong can sound nothing like the […]
Spa e bagni termali in Italia This podcast is in 100% Italian – spoken at a slower pace, in clear and authentic Italian. It has been designed specifically as a Listening and Comprehension exercise to help you improve your Italian. Download the bonus PDF for some super useful learning resources, including the full transcript and great comprehension exercises. Here are your TRUE/ FALSE Comprehension […]
