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The Food of Italy: Peas and Rice

The Food of Italy: Venice – Rice and Peas

July 12, 2022July 12, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on The Food of Italy: Venice – Rice and Peas

A new series from ItalyNewsOnline delving into the culinary delights of Italy. We start in Venice with a basic dish, which has become a staple in many Veneto kitchens, risi e bisi (rice and peas/pea risotto).

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Automatically giving child surname of father not valid in law

Children should have both parents’ surnames court rules

April 28, 2022April 28, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Children should have both parents’ surnames court rules

In Italy, children are automatically given their father’s surname. The Constitutional Court ruled this act is not valid in law.

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Liberation Day in Italy

Why Italy celebrates Liberation Day

April 23, 2022April 25, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Why Italy celebrates Liberation Day

Liberation Day, known as Anniversario della Liberazione or Festa della Liberazione, is celebrated on 25th April in Italy. It commemorates the end of fascist rule and the occupation of the country by Nazi Germany.

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5 things to know about Easter in Italy

April 8, 2022April 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on 5 things to know about Easter in Italy

Easter in Italy is a blend of solemn religious observance and joyful celebration, rooted in centuries-old traditions. From processions and fireworks to symbolic foods, each region adds its unique touch to the festivities. Here are five facts about Easter in Italy.  

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New didital nomad visa scheme announced in Italy

New Visa Scheme for Digital Nomads Announced

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on New Visa Scheme for Digital Nomads Announced

As more and more workers switched on a permanent basis to working from home during the Covid pandemic, they thought about exactly where to work from. Many choose Italy, but the work visa has proved an issue – until now.

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UK driving licence extension in Italy

Italy extends UK driving licence use to end of 2022

December 26, 2021December 26, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italy extends UK driving licence use to end of 2022

Following Brexit, Italy has yet to announce an agreement regarding driving licences. There’s good news for Britons living in Italy who have yet to exchange their licence for an Italian one. Italy extends the use of the UK driving licence until the end of 2022.

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Rome ranks bottom in worst cities for expats

Milan and Rome – the two worst cities for expats in the world

December 12, 2021December 12, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Milan and Rome – the two worst cities for expats in the world

According to the Expat City Ranking 2021 by InterNations, two of the worst cities for expats worldwide are in Italy. Rome props up the table with Milan only one place ahead of it. So why did they score so poorly?

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Parma - best places to live in Italy

The best places to live in Italy – 2021

November 17, 2021November 17, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on The best places to live in Italy – 2021

According to the Quality of Life Report by ItaliaOggi and Rome’s La Sapienza University, there is a new leader among the provincial capitals. This study is one of several quality of life surveys. We look at the best places to live in Italy.

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Maenza, a village near Rome, the latest to join €1 sell-off

August 22, 2021August 22, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Maenza, a village near Rome, the latest to join €1 sell-off

Maenza, near Rome, joins the list of Italian towns and villages selling off homes at bargain prices to attract new inhabitants.

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Ferragosto 15th August. Blue background with watermelong, cakes and fruits to one side

What is the Ferragosto holiday?

August 7, 2021August 15, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on What is the Ferragosto holiday?

Why is August 15th a holiday in Italy and what does it entail? ItalyNewsOnline takes a peek at the history of Ferragosto and how Italians celebrate the summer festival.  

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General strike to disrupt transport on 29 May

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