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The Legacies of Pope Pius XII

Posted on August 18, 2022 by babbityjean

Born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli (1876 – 1958), Pope Pius XII became head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State from March 1939 until his death.  He presided over the church during World War II … Continue reading →

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Laocoön and his Sons

Posted on August 11, 2022 by babbityjean

One of the most admired works of Hellenistic statuary is The Laocoön Group, an ancient marble sculpture unearthed near Rome in 1506 and on public display at the Vatican Museums.  The figures are nearly life-size, and the group stands 6’7” … Continue reading →

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A Roman Classic: Rigatoni alla Zozzona

Posted on July 28, 2022 by babbityjean

Besides such classics as artichokes and saltimbocca, the cornerstones of Roman cuisine are these pasta dishes: gli spaghetti alla carbonara, i bucatini all ‘amatriciana, and i tonnarelli cacio e pepe.  Not as well known outside of Italy are pasta alla … Continue reading →

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