Italian language tips, culture deep dives, and everything you need to fall in love with Italy.
Italy’s Iconic Christmas Sweet Bread 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 […]
How to Make Perfect Italian Polenta 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 […]
What To See in Naples 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 […]
How much do you know about Italy? Ready to see how your Italy trivia skills stack up? You’ll find all the quiz answers waiting for you at the bottom of the page to find out how well you did. 1. When does the Befana bring gifts? A) On the night of December 5thB) On the […]
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 […]
Masculine vs. Feminine: The Rules of Grammatical Gender in Italian 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”… […]
How to Actually Achieve Italian Fluency Using iTalki 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 […]
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 […]
How to Pronounce Italian Diphthongs: The Ultimate Vowel Guide 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 […]
The Italian obsession with wellness: Spas and Thermal Baths It is no secret that Italians take their leisure time seriously, and nothing defines “la dolce vita” quite like a day at the terme. While the world knows Italy for its art and food, the country’s ancient connection to thermal waters and modern wellness culture is […]
The Italian coffee culture: more than just a drink? It is a well-known fact that Italians are deeply obsessed with coffee. In Italy, coffee is much more than a simple morning pick-me-up; it is a vital element of the culture, almost as important as pasta or pizza. To truly understand the Italian lifestyle, you must […]
The Italian population: who really lives in Italy? When people think of Italy, they often imagine a homogenous country filled with people who look and act exactly like the characters in movies. However, the reality of Italian demographics is much more diverse and complex. Understanding who lives in Italy today is essential to understanding the […]
