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In Italy, Carnevale runs until February 23 this year while the entire month is dedicated to Heart Health in the US. I’m celebrating with a dish that will transport your taste buds to the sparkling Adriatic Sea while promoting a heart-healthy Italian diet, so I’m sharing my favorite Insalata di Mare recipe from Italian Recipes for Dummies. Seafood...

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Fora Febraro che marso xé qua, people from Veneto say: “Let’s get rid of February, March is here!” The funny expression is also synonymous with a popular tradition in the region, called the Fora Febraro, rooted in the very history of Veneto and, more specifically, in that of the Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia. In the glorious Republic of Venice,...

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On most mornings, Mylène Ebrard hops on a waterbus from her home in Giudecca, a neighbourhood of Venice with a village-like feel, and across the canal to her favourite bar, where over a hot chocolate she works from her mobile phone. The ritual has become sacred to the rhythm of her day in Venice, where the French communications specialist has live...

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Visit Venice and you’ll be hard pushed not to notice the multitude of crafts the city has to offer, not to mention the attractive architecture and fine paintings and churches (and gold!). There are the graceful gondolas, traditionally built and repaired in Zattere. There are gilded masks, marbled paper, leather goods and rainbow-coloured blown glas...

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Filled with color, grandeur and a playful sense of derision toward class divisions, Italian carnivals are uniquely celebratory. Most regions have more than a few to choose from, so this list isn't comprehensive, but here’s what to expect at some of this year’s showstoppers: Venice, Acireale, Viareggio, Cento, Fano and Crema. One of the oldest among...

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Save Venice Inc. American Philanthropy and Art Conservation in Italy, 1966-2021. A book presentation with Christopher Carlsmith, Professor of History, UMass Lowell. February 16, 2023 | 6PM. Istituto Italiano di Cultura - 686 Park Avenue, NY. Free entrance | RSVP HERE. In collaboration with Save Venice. In this book talk, Prof. Christopher Carlmsith...

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When: Tue, Feb 21, 2023, 7:00 PM - Where: N10 Restaurant 8436 West 3rd Street Los Angeles, CA 90048  Accademia della Cucina Italiana and Tesori da Vivere present the unique opportunity to experience a true Venetian Carnival night of Mardi Gras. A musical trio will accompany the red-carpet event with live baroque and rondeau symphonies. The best cos...

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With its 1,600 years of history, the city of Venice attracts millions of tourists from all over the world every year. The unparalleled charm of its calli, historic palaces on the lagoon and breathtaking views is an irresistible lure for those who want to enjoy a one-of-a-kind travel experience. In particular, Carnival is among the main events that...

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Visiting a Jewish quarter means approaching a fascinating world that perhaps many people still know too little about. It's not only a very ancient civilization, from which the three main monotheistic religions are derived, but also a culture with a strong identity that has found expression in literature, art, phylosophy, complex symbolism, and even...

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Rome is the first destination that comes to mind when we think of Italy because it is one of the most famous cities in the world, along with Paris and London. Hidden gems are the lesser-known routes in Italy, including the secret small towns, beautiful villages, and islands that are yet to be discovered by tourists that explore the country every ye...

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