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THE GOOD RESOLUTIONS FOR 2025

lisa 4. January 2025 Tags: , , , CURIOSITIES No comments
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NEW YEAR, NEW EXPERIENCE

The first article of this new year should carry a special meaning. After all, it’s precisely between the end and the beginning of a year that we feel the desire—or need—to take stock and make plans. Isn’t this the perfect moment to reflect on what you’ve experienced, celebrate the goals you’ve achieved, and set new paths for the future?

Yes, in other words, it’s time for good resolutions.

This year, we’ve written just one resolution in our little planner: “New Year – New Experience.” Read More

THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO: AN ITALIAN MAGIC

lisa 31. March 2022 Tags: , , , , CURIOSITIES No comments
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 Once upon a time there was a piece of wood.

Thus begins one of the most beloved fairy tales in the world: that of a wooden puppet who becomes a child.

After more than 100 years, the story of Pinocchio has become a timeless fairytale, captivating entire generations of children.

Everyone knows them but few know of their origins. This wonderful message of love, trust and hope was born in Italy, in Tuscany. Read More

“AT ST MARTIN EVERY MUST TURNS INTO WINE”

lisa 3. November 2021 Tags: , , , , , , CURIOSITIES No comments
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In Italy, on November 11th, St Martin’s festival is celebrated, also known as the summer of San Martino – Estate di San Martino.

This anniversary combines the Christian liturgy with the rural tradition, the opening of new wine barrels and the enjoyment of good food.

This festival recalls the story of solidarity and charity of St Martin from Tours.
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OTHER 5 CURIOSITIES ABOUT ITALY

lisa 2. March 2021 Tags: , , , , , , , , , CURIOSITIES No comments
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Do you remember the “5 curiosities about Italy” in our first article?

  1. In Italy we find the only 3 volcanoes in all of Europe;
  2. the shortest river in the world is in the province of Verona;
  3. the name “Italy” comes from Calabria;
  4. the Republic of Venice is the one that lasted the longest and
  5. cats in Rome have special rights.

Now it goes on! The 20 regions in Italy still offer many curiosities and anecdotes.

As you already know, the number 5 is a special symbol for us.
It is the number of the 5 senses, the basis of our philosophy and our experiences at Bel Paese.

Now let’s discover 5 more curiosities about Italy together! Read More

PASTA WITH ANCHOVIES

lisa 9. February 2021 Tags: , , , , , ITALIAN COUSINE 2 comments
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Pasta e patate, pasta aglio olio e peperoncino, pasta e fagioli…
Pasta and potatoes, pasta with garlic, oil and chilli, pasta and beans …
these are just a few of the most famous and popular poor food dishes of the Italian cuisine.

We can also put pasta with anchovies and breadcrumbs on this list.
It’s a simple, delicious recipe that can be prepared very quickly and is a real treat for the palate!

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PIPI E PATATI – SIDE DISH FROM CALABRIA

lisa 6. January 2021 Tags: , , , , , , ITALIAN COUSINE No comments
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Peppers and potatoes are called pipi e patati in the Calabrian dialect.
These are the protagonists of a perfect side dish, a simple and quick recipe and, of course, very tasty.

This dish used to be considered poor people’s food. Today you can enjoy it as a vegetarian side dish of the typical Calabrian cuisine.

Pipi e patati tastes very good served hot, but it can also satisfy every palate when it is lukewarm.
And inside a panino con la salsiccia (sandwich with Italian sausage)? It tastes great!

The main secret of its success is the slowly cooking of all the ingredients together, so they can mix well. Read More