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“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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IN BOCCA AL LUPO – GOOD LUCK

lisa 20. October 2020 Tags: , , , , , CURIOSITIES No comments
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Are you taking an exam? In bocca al lupo.
Do you have a sports competition? A medical exam?
Are you going to play the lottery? Or meeting your ex? Again: in bocca al lupo.

Whatever obstacle or challenge you’re facing, in Italy you will end up in the mouth of the wolf if you need luck!

The Italian phrase “In bocca al lupo” (literally translated: in the mouth of the wolf) is used in a superstitious sense to wish “good luck”.

But where does this saying we hear so often in Bel Paese come from? Read More