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How to Deal With Common Vacation Mishaps in Italian
Sometimes your "vacanza tranquilla" (relaxing vacation) goes bust. Here's some essential Italian vocabulary for handling issues that might arise.
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The Meaty Martyrdom Story Behind the Feast of San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo, patron saint of cooks, inspires Italians to fire up the grill every August 10.
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What the Return of the Palio di Siena Means to Locals
In the lead up to the second race of the summer, scheduled for August 16, we explore the heart and soul of this Sienese ritual.
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Travel Back in Time on This Virtual 3D Bus Tour of Imperial Rome
Be a fly on an "Aurelian" wall this August with help from a high-tech, electric-powered coach.
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Ferragosto in Italy: Origins and Traditions
Learn when and how the beloved holiday of Ferragosto originated and developed.

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Asti Spumante Strawberry Granita
Asti Spumante Strawberry Granita
This delicious and summery sweet relies on a top-quality DOCG dessert wine as its base.  
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Carbonara di Mare: Seaside Carbonara
This re-interpretation of a Roman favorite is a sure hit for summertime.
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Fritto Misto di Mare: Italian-Style Fish Fry
Arguably the best part of a typical Italian beach day, this savory treat is easy to make at home — without getting sand in your food.  
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Chocolate Truffles: Cioccolatini di Fregula Sarda
Unique chocolate truffles using Sardinian Fregula pasa that are seriously easy to make 
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Pasta with Sausage and Black Figs
Pasta with Sausage and Black Figs
Figs, with their jam-like sweetness, add pizzazz to the sausage, building a smoky, and deeply satisfying pasta dish.

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