Category Archives: Roma

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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La Gioconda di Montecitorio

Posted on July 1, 2022 by babbityjean

Ci sono relativamente pochi dipinti sopravvissuti sino a noi di Leonardo da Vinci. Solo circa 8 grandi opere gli sono universalmente attribuite; alcune sono state attribuite alla sua bottega, ai suoi assistenti e alle sue pennellate. Molte altre sono opere … Continue reading →

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The Mona Lisa of Montecitorio

Posted on July 1, 2022 by babbityjean

There are relatively few known surviving paintings by Leonardo da Vinci.  Only about 8 major works are universally attributed to him; there are some that are attributed to his workshop, assistants, and his brushstrokes. There are many incomplete works, and … Continue reading →

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