Category Archives: English

What is the Ideal Breakfast?

Posted on November 29, 2018 by babbityjean

Recently I read an article in an Italian newspaper that compared the Italian breakfast with those of the United States and Great Britain.  Most of the information and opinions were explained by professor Giorgio Calabrese, a teacher of food science … Continue reading →

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10 questions to challenge your brain

Posted on November 22, 2018 by babbityjean

Here is a quick test that appeared in Corriere.it to see if you pay attention and avoid the pitfalls, both old and new. The Quiz The 3 children The Mom of Paul has three children.  The first is named April, the … Continue reading →

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The Most Divisive Writer in Italy Today

Posted on November 15, 2018 by babbityjean

The mafia, and in this case the Camorra, avoids the spotlight at all costs.  Crime syndicates want no attention on their methods and activities.  And on their names.  But that is exactly what Roberto Saviano did in his first book, … Continue reading →

Posted in English, Film, Foto, Immigrazione, Italia, Libri, Mafia, Napoli, Politica | 1 Comment