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Celebrating San Faustino And Singles Day
Happy San Faustino, also known as Singles Day! Have you heard of this Italian festivity before? He is considered today as the patron Saint of people looking for a soulmate… but what is the story behind it? San Faustino's Story...
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Top Tips To Impress Your Valentine With Italian Dinner And Confectionery
The saying “the quickest way to the heart is through the stomach” is extremely relevant in Italy. I’ve heard that saying so many times. Sometimes it is easy to dismiss it as silliness. But, food truly can play an important...
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The Perfect Confectionery Valentine's Day Gift And The History Behind Feb 14th
“You are the butter to my bread,and the breath to my life” ― Julia Child The most romantic day of the year is fast approaching! Have you seen all the cards, ribbons and hearts that are taking London by storm?...
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Top Picks For The Most Romantic Hidden Gems Of Italy For The Perfect Italian Valentine's Day
There is a reason why Italy is called the Belpaese, “Beautiful Country”. If you are thinking of doing something different with your Valentine for the most romantic day of the year, here are my best suggestions on where to go...
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21 Curious Facts About Pasta & Some Handy Tips On How To Cook The Perfect Pasta
1. As Federico Fellini famously put it: “Life is a combination of magic and pasta." 2. According to the Encyclopedia of Pasta, 310 specific forms have been documented; it can be confusing, as they can have almost 1300 different names....
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The Origins Of Italian Confectionery: From The First Confetti To Today's Luxury Chocolates
Have you ever seen our video: ‘How Lavolio Sweets Are Made’ ? It opens the doors into the five-day process we use to make our sugar-coated Lavolios. This antique Italian technique, using furnaced copper barrels to carefully coat each sweet...