I am guessing not many of you have heard of the Republic of San Marino. I have spent five years living in countries across the continent looking for the best places to retire in Europe, and I had never heard of San Marino.
Read MoreLooking to move somewhere you can practise your Italian which isn't Italy? We have done our research into where Italians like to move to outside of Italy.
Read MoreWhenever families think of spending time on the Italian coast, they think Amalfi or Cinque Terre. Italians know that their beloved Riviera offers much more.
Read MoreWould you believe today, Sunday 25 October is World Pasta Day!
Read MoreIf you love travelling to Italy, finding great Italian artwork to grace your walls is the perfect way to keep your memories alive. Why not try one of these?
Read MoreMy husband comes from an Italian town in the north of Italy, called Saronno.
This is famous for Amaretti biscuits and the liqueur Disaronno. ‘Di’ meaning ‘from’ and ‘Saraonno’ the town name.
Read MoreThis month we have an important date to celebrate as 13 August is National Prosecco Day!
As a little thank you to Mammaprada readers we are giving away a lovely bottle of Prosecco to one lucky winner.
Read MoreItalian fashion is different from fashion anywhere else in the world, and while I am also slightly biased, it is arguably the best in the world.
Read MoreIf you’ve discovered just how delicious Pasta Garofalo is and would love to stock up, here is a list of just some of the stores in the UK and US where you can purchase these products.
Read MoreIf like us you are missing travelling to Europe; taking a passeggiata in Italia or enjoying tapas in Seville, we have a treat for you!
Read MoreMother’s Day or Mothering Sunday as we call it in the UK is just around the corner. This year it takes place on Sunday 22nd March. In other countries, it falls later in the Spring but in the UK the date is linked to a religious festival and falls on the fourth Sunday in the Christian festival of Lent.
Read MoreVenice is one of the ‘Big Three’ cities to visit in Italy. However, if you’re looking for Holidays in Venice but want to do more than take a selfie on the Rialto bridge what is there to see?
Read MoreI wrote about why we love Bormio a year ago now and nothing has changed. We are here right now with both our children, one who can now ski. Partly from learning in Bormio and partly in the UK at the Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead.
Read MoreThis month’s giveaway is a little bit special!
Lucy Knott from The Blossom Twins is offering Mammaprada readers the chance to WIN two of her novels!
Read MoreMilan is not a city that’s easy on the budget, with some of the highest hotel and restaurant prices in Italy. But sightseeing there is inexpensive, with many attractions free and others modestly priced.
Read MoreWe love the Venice carnival but it can be very expensive to visit. Here we talk about what the carnival actually is and how you can work around the expense!
Read MoreLast year I shared some great Italian films to watch on Amazon Prime. Italian movies and shows are a great way to practice your Italian and learn about Italian culture. And if you struggle to understand you can easily add the English subtitles and watch in your native language.
Read MoreIn September I was lucky enough to make a trip to Tuscany. The weather was still beautiful and I enjoyed several activities in this stunning region, some of which you may have wondered about trying yourself.
I’ve always wanted to do an Italian cookery class. I’m married to an Italian and have had lots of lessons from Nonna and Zia (Grandmother’s and Aunts) however there is always another dish to learn in Italy as food is so regional.
Read MoreAlthough we all love a Summer break, Autumn is one of my favourite times to travel to Italy. There are fewer crowds, the heat is not so overpowering, but often there’s a warm sun. Local festivals which suit the seasons are in abundance and most importantly the food in Italy is so comforting!
Last month I ventured back to beautiful Tuscany and as usual, the break was wonderful but too short! There is so much to do in this region and it’s easy to miss out or just visit the obvious hot spots.
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