Tag: Christmas

A Glimpse Back in Time: Neapolitan Nativity Scenes When asked to picture a nativity scene, what do you see? Most of us will conjure images of a humble manger with a few small statues: the Holy Family, the Magi, farm animals, and perhaps some shepherds. Generally speaking, these reverent representations of the Birth of Christ [...] Read more »

The Holiday Season may look a little different this year, but that won’t stop us from dreaming of postcard-perfect snowcapped mountain landscapes and cups full of decadent hot chocolate. During this time of year, there are typically many fascinating cultural traditions occurring in Italy, with perhaps the most beloved by locals and visitors alike being [...] Read more »

[trg_recipe template="recipe" img_alt="Cioccolata calda, Italian Hot Chocolate Recipe" summary="The quintessential winter treat, cioccolata calda (hot chocolate) is beloved by Italians for its rich flavor derived from the use of milk and melted chocolate. A delicious staple of Italy’s characteristic Christmas markets, cioccolata calda is also perfect for a quiet evening at home." method_heading="Instructions" other_notes="" recipe_cuisine="" [...] Read more »

[trg_recipe name_src="custom" name_txt="Bollito" template="recipe" img_caption="Classic Bollito" img_align="center" summary="Bollito is a dish prevalent in the northern part of Italy especially in the regions of Lombardy and Piedmont. It typically consists of a variety of meats, usually tougher cuts of beef or veal, that are gently boiled for about 3 hours in a broth made from vegetables [...] Read more »