Buongiorno Italy readers!

First off, we truly hope for those who celebrate Christmas that you had a wonderful holiday. We too are stuffed with lasagna, tortellini and panettone and most of all, treasured memories with those we love.

Did you know that Italy boasts a number of excellent value areas with properties for sale at very fair prices? So, without further ado, let's take a look at six good examples. 

If you’re in Italy and you’ve had enough of someone, you don’t care about what they have to say any more and you want to tell them in no uncertain terms that you are leaving, then these pronominal verbs will come in handy.

We may never know how the Feast of the Seven Fishes originated, but it's an Italian-American tradition we like!

Are you ready for this? In case you missed it, here are some delicious Christmas Food Traditions: cotechino and zampone from Emilia. 

A magnitude-4.8 earthquake hit eastern Sicily early in the morning on Wednesday, the night between Christmas and St. Stephen’s Day, injuring at least 28 people and damaging houses, buildings and churches. 

Panettone, tall and dome shaped, this soft, not-too-sweet yeast cake with a fruity tang of raisins and candied oranges is the quintessential Italian Christmas dessert. You might have plenty for leftovers this year but we have just the recipes to help you reuse this treasured cake! 

For dessert, why not try this very simple and elegant dish which boasts Medieval Italian roots, a Sicilian biancomangiare dish that can be both savory and sweet. 

Still feeling that festive spirit? Us too! Check out our photo gallery for a look at some of Italy's most original Christmas trees. 

Feeling lucky? You will when you wear this handmade bracelet made with precious and certified materials and an adjustable closure. 100% #MadeinItaly, here's where to get it.  

The perfect villa rental if you plan on discovering Abruzzo: Casa Anatra is located in Castilenti in Abruzzo, 30 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes from many charming ancient villages. Also comes with a swimming pool and a large terrace. 

In the historic center of the ancient hilltop town of Arpino, Villa Giardini really is a splendid secret, waiting to be discovered. Located in the old Colle contrada of Arpino, the house and its extensive gardens are completely private and very special.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend from Georgette, your editor, and the Italy Magazine team.