Articles related to "Italian Culture"

Over 200 years ago, the first Columbus Day parade honored the explorer and 100 years later, the celebration inspired the Pledge of Allegiance.

The Iguana is a magical realist novel full of surprises. It was written in 1963 by Anna Maria Ortese and published two years later.

The classic Italian American Thanksgiving combines old traditions with new customs.

Italians and North Americans approach eating very differently. Learn about these differences to gain insight into Italian culture and to have unforgettable Italian meals.

From basic needs to elaborate feasts to simple techniques, the food of Italy has evolved through culture and education.

Studying Italian movies, music, newspapers and magazines are a highly effective way to improve Italian language skills and become familiar with Italian culture.

In 1909 Filippo Tommaso Marinetti published The Founding and First Manifesto of Futurism in Paris, and established an art movement that lasted from 1909 until 1944.

Using the Italian Wine Classification system is a great way to determine quality Italian wines. Although it isn't a perfect system, it is can be a very helpful guide.

Written Italian language has been around since the 10th century. Today, most Italians speak a common language which has only been in existence for 147 years.

Most know about John Grisham's books that have been made into movies. But his best novels have yet to made into movies.

The appreciation of the fabulous wines exported from Tuscany doesn't need to be puzzling. A little information will lead you down a road of discovery.

Break out the popcorn and snuggle up with these romantic Italian language films to practice Italian listening skills.

In the small city of Perugia, Italy, is the Universita' per Stranieri (University for Foreigners) which, among other opportunities, offers an excellent language program.

The Christmas Eve fish dinner represents a centuries old tradition for many Italians and Italian Americans.

Olive oil is a vital - and healthy - ingredient in Italian cuisine and has an almost magical importance in Italian culture.

To see the substance behind the sights, enrolling in a language school is one of the best ways to experience the Florentine way of life in Dante's infamous home.

Southern Italy is best known for pizza, pasta, and pleasantly quaffable red table wines. All that is rapidly changing.

Festa Italiana is the premiere Italian festival in America, held on the Summerfest Grounds on the lake front in Miwaukee, Wisconsin on July 17 - 20, 2008.

The history and culture of Italy has created a very diverse group of Italian Americans, with many who cannot identify with their heritage.

Edoardo Winspeare brings his passion for the southern Italian culture to the big screen through music, language and historical events.

Luciano Pavarotti, the legendary opera tenor passes away. This is a tribute to his life, his voice and his performances that endeared him to millions of us.