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San Marzano Tomatoes

Posted on November 5, 2015 by babbityjean

Recently, the New York Times published an article-cartoon entitled “The Mystery of San Marzano” created by the art designer Nicholas Blechman.  The author defends the Italian tomato against frauds with a fun series of images.  The cartoon series inspires me … Continue reading →

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Il Canto degli Italiani

Posted on October 15, 2015 by babbityjean

“Il Canto degli Italiani” è l’inno nazionale d’Italia.  È il più noto tra gli italiani come “Inno di Mameli” dopo l’autore del testo,  o “Fratelli d’Italia” dalla sua linea di apertura.  Le parole sono state scritte nel 1947 a Genova … Continue reading →

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The Song of the Italians

Posted on October 15, 2015 by babbityjean

“Il Canto degli Italiani” is the national anthem of Italy.  It is best known among Italians as “Inno di Mameli” (Mameli’s hymn) after the author of the lyrics, or “Fratelli d’Italia” (Brothers of Italy) from the opening line.  The words … Continue reading →

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