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A fairly comprehensive list of words related to food and wine has been prepared by a few of us. It still needs revision, corrections, additions and you may be able to help as it is a Wiki.
Tue, 06/30/2009 - 04:31
It is official, the old Casino in Bagni di Lucca is reopening its doors after many years; however, it is going to be a modern version, more "little Las Vegas" style than its elegant and exclusive predecessor.
Mon, 06/29/2009 - 09:04
A few weeks ago I started a thread in the old forum about this topic. I still think that it would be great if we could all share our favourite recipes which our families and friends enjoy.
Fri, 06/19/2009 - 05:29
I think that there are quite a few members who have married overseas an Italian citizen; however, I am not quite certain whether they have registered their certificate of marriage before the nearest Italian Consulate.It is advisable to do this an
Tue, 06/16/2009 - 03:43
It is most important, if you own a property, to have a clear description for it. That is possible through the "visura catastale" which gives you and confirms many facts regarding your title.
Sun, 06/14/2009 - 05:21
Polenta is one of those Italian dishes that you either love or hate. Considered in the past as the poor people's staple diet it is nowadays served in the best restaurants.
Sat, 06/13/2009 - 17:53
I have just seen on TV some images regarding the Treviso tornado. I sincerely hope that any members in the area have not suffered from this disaster.
Sun, 06/07/2009 - 16:44
The base for many Italian sauces and dishes is the "soffritto" (sofrit in French, sofrito in Spanish), a mixture of some diced vegetables which are cooked in a heavy pan with three tablespoons of olive oil (although some other kinds of oil and fa
Sat, 06/06/2009 - 05:37
Hi everyone, this is a warm invitation to joint this group and discuss Italian food, wine, regional cooking, recipes, tips, cooking utensils, history of cooking and any related subject you may wish to talk about.And welcome, Mimosa, glad to see t
Fri, 06/05/2009 - 08:28
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I agree with the advice been given. If your Italian is very limited you need someone to help you but the charge of 100 euros per utility seems excessive.
Very wise advice from Damiano. Look at every possible alternative as you may be able to find something with basic renovations already carried out for practically the same price. Here is a thread from the old forum which may be helpful:http://www.italymag.co.uk/forums/building-renovation/12313-rebuilding-ru...
And for those wishing to practice their Italian through singing, here are the lyrics:QUOTEMamma, son tanto feliceperché ritorno da te.La mia canzone ti dicech'è il più bel sogno per me!Mamma son tanto felice...Viver lontano perché?Mamma, solo per te la mia canzone vola,mamma, sarai con me, tu non sarai più sola!Quanto ti voglio bene!Queste parole d'amore che ti sospira il mio cuoreforse non s'usano più,mamma!,ma la canzone mia più bella sei tu!Sei tu la vitae per la vita non ti lascio mai più!Sento la mano tua stanca:[ Andrea Bocelli Lyrics are found on www.songlyrics.com ] cerca i miei riccioli d'or.Sento, e la voce ti manca,la ninna nanna d'allor.Oggi la testa tua biancaio voglio stringere al cuor.Mamma, solo per te la mia canzone vola,mamma, sarai con me, tu non sarai più sola!Quanto ti voglio bene!Queste parole d'amore che ti sospira il mio cuoreforse non s'usano più,mamma!,ma la canzone mia più bella sei tu!Sei tu la vitae per la vita non ti lascio mai più!Mamma... mai più!UNQUOTE
Last Sunday, one of the most prestigious Spanish newspapers, the ABC, publishes a most interesting interview with Antonio Di Pietro, founder of "Mani Pulite" a team to investigate political corruption and of the political party "Italia dei Valori" (Italy of Values). The headline says:"This "Berlusconian" Italy is projecting a very negative image overseas".I am not going to translate the whole article, but he talks about laws which always favour the same people, the starlets surrounding him all this against the drama of many families who cannot manage to get to the end of the month. He says that the real situation is not properly portrayed by the media in Italy because " the government wishes to make believe everyone that things are just fine".He further warns about tje possibility of the mafia getting a share of the money which should go to the reconstruction of Abruzzo.Not a very nice picture. We can joke about Letizia and her "nonno" but it is a very delicate situation for a country that neither needs nor deserves this kind of circus. It should be added that this particular Spanish newspaper leans towards the conservative parties and opinions. I was surprised to see this kind of article published by them.
Alghero is an expensive place, particularly in August. I can imagine the scene, Lynda, at the posh restaurant.... a classic. The place still has a Spanish influence from the times it was part of the Crown of Aragon. In fact, the Catalan language is still spoken in the area. It is a wonderful town.
At least she does not call him "nonno". How generous of her! She deserves another pendant..... A more expensive one, this time.
Hello and glad to hear from you in the new place. We are all learning how to use the facilities and it is going to take a while for all of us.
In my case, the number of new messages received only appears when I go into the Private Messages section. So I have to remember to check it just in case.
I receive the full text of any PM addressed to me. Anyway, I would like to get some sort of warning when a new PM comes in as I have to check my box regularly to see any incoming mail.
Hi Lynda and a warm welcome. Do you still sail? Have you kept your sailing yacht? Wonderful place the one you chose to settle.