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Fountains of Italy

Spaghetti City

The origins of Spaghetti all’Amatriciana go back to the shepherds of the mountains of central Italy.

La Storia Bandita

Romance, action, dancing and pyrotechnics…La Storia Bandita tells the real story of il Mezzogiorno in spectacular fashion.

Summer Holiday, Italian Style

The month of August is the traditional time for Italians to take head for the beach or to the mountains for their holiday.

The Narrowest Street in Italy

Where is the narrowest street in Italy? Ripatransone near the Adriatic Coast holds this unique distinction.

La Quintana

It is an exciting and heart-pounding event with colorful costumes, knights, competitions and it is all based on traditions going back hundreds of years…La Quintana!

The Season for Street Fairs and Festivals

Nothing involves you in the Italian experience like going to a sagra. Food, music, dancing and getting to meet new people!

Liquid Sunshine

Anyone who has visited Italy knows Limoncello…but do you know you can make your own?!

Mozzarella di Bufala

It is not just cheese, it is not just mozzarella…it is Mozzarella di Bufala!

Market Day…Italian style

The weekly markets in Italy are great place to see people…and pick up some fresh produce.

Matera – Land of the Sassi

Matera is known as the UNESCO city of the caves but it is also a bustling provincial capital that will capture your imagination.