Category Archives: English

Lobster Tails

Posted on December 2, 2021 by babbityjean

What comes to mind when you think of iconic symbols of Naples?  Many people might say Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Christmas creches, songs in dialect, pizza or limoncello.  Another culinary delicacy to add to the list is the sfogliatella, a clam-shaped … Continue reading →

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The Oldest Bank in the World

Posted on November 18, 2021 by babbityjean

The English word “bank” comes from the Italian word “banco” or “banca,” which originally referred to a bench with a back, then a bench’s wooden seat.  The word evolved to mean a shop counter in the 1300s, then a craftsman’s … Continue reading →

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Cinecittà (in English)

Posted on November 11, 2021 by babbityjean

Cinecittà, the Italian film studio located on 99 acres less than 6 miles from the center of Rome, is as rich in cinema history as Hollywood’s backlots of Paramount, MGM and Warner Brothers.  It is where Gregory Peck and Audrey … Continue reading →

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