It’s great to see Italian staples such as polenta appearing on the menus of the restaurants in Italy and across the U.S. It’s reputation has certainly come a long way. Years ago the item was a way for Italian Americans, … Continue reading
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Piazza Navona: Home of the Three Fountains, St. Agnes’ Basilica, and the Braski Palace/Museu di Roma
Located in the center of Rome, in the district of Campus Martius, the Piazza Navona is one of the most treasured of all of the piazzas in Rome. With only a 4-minute walk from both the Pantheon and the Spanish … Continue reading
Travel Tip: Plan Your Cell Phone Service Before You Go
Check with your cell phone provider about your international phone plan before you travel to prevent surprises. Some providers may offer data and texting with no additional charges. With my cell phone provider, I signed up for the $10 per … Continue reading
St. Thomas Aquinas: Faith & Reason Are In Harmony Since Both Are From God
Thomas Aquinas was born in 1225 in Aquino, Italy at Roccasecca, in the castle of his father Landulf, Count of Aquino and his wife Theodora, the Countess of Teano. Aquino lies about 70 miles southeast of Rome in the Lazio … Continue reading
A Unique Gift: Adopt An Ancient Tuscan Olive Tree
If we have learned anything in dealing with COVID the past two years, we have hopefully learned, or at least have been reminded, of what is important in life. It is not money or material goods. Instead, it is faith, … Continue reading