The mysteries and secrets of Castel del Monte - L'Italo-Americano
Aug 2, 2021 · Castel del Monte has a way to charm its visitors. Architecturally unique and historically precious, this medieval dwelling located some 15 miles from Andria and about 50 …
Traditional music, the heartbeat of Italy - L'Italo-Americano
Aug 22, 2023 · In Emilia-Romagna, traditional music is synonymous with liscio, a genre born in the 19th century and often associated with ballroom dancing.The accordion, the clarinet, and …
Are today’s Italians the real descendants of the ancient Romans?
Aug 10, 2021 · The Roman Empire is often associated with the most glorious moment in the history of the Italian peninsula, but are we, modern-day Italians, the genetic descendants of …
Italy’s food culture, between tradition and innovation
Dec 10, 2024 · In a recent article published on Food Navigator, Oliver Morrison explored Italy’s ongoing struggle between preserving its world-renowned gastronomic heritage and embracing …
Non ci sto: the phrase you say when you want to stand up for …
Oct 4, 2024 · The Italian expression non ci sto (non tchi stoh) translates to “I don’t agree” or “I won’t stand for it” in English.It is often used to express firm disagreement or rejection of a …
Word of the week: Mannaggia– it seems innocuous, but careful …
Mar 2, 2021 · Italians often use the word mannaggia (mahn-nadj-dja) instead of others they think more offensive. It usually expresses annoyance or spite and can sometimes come in …
Accipicchia, Italian interjection, playful expression of surprise
Oct 15, 2024 · Accipicchia (atch-tchi-peek-eeah) è un’interiezione giocosa e colorata della lingua italiana, spesso usata per esprimere sorpresa, stupore o lieve frustrazione. È un termine che …
Fibonacci: the legacy of numbers, nature, and the Golden Ratio
Dec 3, 2024 · Fibonacci (fi – son – of Bonacci), born as Leonardo of Pisa in 1175, was a mathematician whose contributions laid the groundwork for modern mathematics and forever …
Italian director Maura Delpero makes history with Vermiglio
Dec 18, 2024 · For the first time in 19 years, a female director will represent Italy in the race for cinema’s highest honors. Maura Delpero’s second feature film,Vermiglio, has been nominated …
The Masks of the Commedia dell’Arte | L'Italo-Americano – Italian ...
Feb 4, 2020 · During a recent visit to the Museo Teatrale della Scala I admired many antique prints of commedia dell’arte situations. Commedia dell’arte was a theatrical genre that evolved …