Tag Archives: Coffee

Understanding Italian Culture | Breaking the Ice and Saving Money

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BREAKING THE ICE The Italians are incredibly warm and friendly people who will try hard to communicate with you, but they can be a bit shy to start a conversation.  I have found many tricks to get an interaction going … Continue reading

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Top Ten | Travel Memories With My Dad In Italy

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My dad is my great friend and to the disbelief of my old high school self, I have come to realize we are actually quite alike in personality. Except at some crucial moments when we are traveling. Over the last few years I have … Continue reading

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Understanding Italian Culture | Dining, Tips, Gelato and Coffee

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DINING In Italy, the food is an experience.  Lunches and dinners last at least two hours; you linger over your meal.  When you sit at a table, it is considered yours for the night.  A restaurant would be considered awful … Continue reading

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Red Velvet Biscotti Recipe

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I made these for Valentines Day for the family.  They are delicious, best with a bowl of ice cream or a glass of dessert wine.  Definitely not something you will find on your trip to Italy. Ingredients: 2 1/2 – … Continue reading

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Things I love about Italy | A Valentine’s Day Tribute

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I thought in honor of sweetheart’s day I would simply list the things that I love about Italy.  Here they are, off the top of my head and in no particular order.  Go ahead, I encourage you to make your … Continue reading

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How to Order an Italian Coffee in Italy by Sara Rosso | Book of the Month

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February 2012 | Book of the Month How to Order an Italian Coffee in Italy by Sara Rosso . This month’s book is actually a short and fun instruction manual for everything coffee in Italy.  Complete with pictures and pronunciations, after … Continue reading

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Resolutions for 2012

I suppose it’s that time again.  Time to set goals and aspire to make more out of the upcoming year.  Of course I have the usual line up:  eat better, drink more water, get back in shape and be an over-achiever mom. … Continue reading

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