Category Archives: English

From the Palette … to the Table

Posted on May 10, 2018 by babbityjean

Rice is an ingredient seen in cuisines throughout the world, but risotto is a preparation specifically Italian, although it too has spread throughout the world.  While Italians are quite proud of their extensive cuisine, one of their most famous dishes … Continue reading →

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Immigration

Posted on May 3, 2018 by babbityjean

I first read the following text in our Italian class.  The teacher covered up the last two paragraphs and the citation at the end and asked us to guess who the author was speaking about.  I thought the passage was … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, English, Immigrazione, Italia, Italoamericani, La Gente | 2 Comments

At Least 10 Ways to Drink Coffee in Italy

Posted on April 26, 2018 by babbityjean

Italians’ passion for coffee is well known throughout the world.  In fact, coffee is so integrated into Italian culture and its “rules” are so precise that foreigners often struggle to understand how to order the national drink.  For a review, … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, Cucina italiana, English, Foto, Italia, Milano, Napoli, Santa Barbara | 4 Comments