Category Archives: English

Cat Reunions

I have written several posts on the incredible stories of lost cats who, against all odds, have been reunited with their owners.  The first post (“A Heartwarming Story thanks to Facebook,” October 9, 2014) tells the story of Ciro, a … Continue reading

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Crazy Pizza

When it comes to food, don’t mess with the Italians.  When it comes to pizza, know that any creative interpretation can generate outrage … and not just among Neapolitans.  In fact, pizza is one of the most discussed foods on … Continue reading

Posted in Abitudini, Cucina italiana, Differenze culturali, English, Formaggio, Foto, Italia, Milano, Napoli, New York | 2 Comments

Rosie the Riveter

During World War II, more than 12 million men and women served in the United States military.  Among them were more than a million Italian-Americans (about 10%) even though some Italian nationals were classified as “enemy aliens” and interned in … Continue reading

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