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Geneology

Geneology

This is neat! 
If you’re of Italian descent and curious about where your family is from and your family history, you might find this link helpful.  Give it a click!

High Praise for Rossi!

High Praise for Rossi!

Italy’s chances in Brazil next year are in no small part resting on his left foot, I would think.  Hoping he stays healthy.

Bud?

Bud?

When you’re in Italy, allow me to reassure you:  there are myriad and plenty MUCH BETTER THINGS TO DRINK than Bud(weiser). 

It’s like walking around a Ferrari dealership worrying about what the model name should be for a Vespa.

Prosecco vs Prosek

Prosecco vs Prosek

Interesting.  They’re two different languages and clearly describe differing products, so as much as I’m sympathetic to the Italians’ need to protect the integrity of their product and it’s naming convention, the Croatians seem to have a legitimate case as well.  

Italy is a Very Progressive Place…

Italy is a Very Progressive Place…

…in some ways, but in others, still has a long way to go.  It’s one of the most hospitable places in the world for tourists and visitors, so don’t be dissuaded by some of the political theater going on.

Forza Juve

Forza Juve

They’re still the class of Serie A despite all the controversy a few years back, but a long way to go yet to once again be the class of Europe as a whole.

Drawing Classes with Raphael Sassi

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Drawing Classes with Raphael Sassi

Raph’s classes at the Colorado Fine Arts Center are listed here.  Inquire within!

Female Italian Chef Wins Prestigious Award

Female Italian Chef Wins Prestigious Award

Who’s up for an excursion to Mantova?  Sounds like a worthwhile culinary endeavor.

More Italy Financial News

More Italy Financial News

Will be interesting to see how this pans out and what effect it has on exchange rates.  We’ve been holding fast at around $1.30 per euro for a while now–and obviously it’d be nice if your US dollars went a bit further in the Eurozone.