Dreams of Christmas Eve
In Sarnano's centro storico it is quiet, dark and cold at the end of December. Lamps are turned off to save electricity. Strands of light from the television seep into the kitchen. A man prepares the Christmas Eve dinner...
Behind The Curtain With Maria Francesca Mazzara
We spoke to opera singer Maria Francesca Mazzara about how an international artist dealt with the pandemic — and what we should expect next.
Christmas Quiz 2021: Panettone or Cinepanettone?
And you thought there was nothing more to know about panettone.
Street Art That Empowers Women
Creative duo Lediesis puts feminist posters on Italian streets to encourage women's emancipation.
Christmas Quiz: Panettone Redux
Are you a real panettone conoisseur?
A Guide To Your First Time At The Opera
Our opera expert takes you through everything you should know before your first time at the opera.
From Rossi to Cinquanta: A Look At Italian Last Names
There are more than 300,000 Italian surnames. What do they mean?
Peru’s Curious Passion For Panettone
The Peruvian affinity for panettone is rooted in a long history of Italian migration and cultural fusion.
5 Perspectives On Italian Society In 2021
A comic artist, two books, a project and a magazine exemplify the great changes Italy is undergoing.
The Most Common Italian Baby Names — Girls
What are the most common Italian female names? We take a look at regional differences and the history that may have led to these names being popular.