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How to make gnocchi

Aside from being one of the most fun words to say in the Italian language (it's pronounced NYOH-kee), gnocchi is also one of the tastiest and most versatile forms of pasta.

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La Madonna della Neve: celebrating snow in August

Every 5 August, La Madonna della Neve, known as Our Lady of the Snow or Our Lady of the Snows to English-speaking Catholics, is celebrated throughout Italy, particularly in Rome at the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore on Esquiline Hill...

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The Quintana of Ascoli Piceno

Ascoli honours its medieval history by recreating many traditions leading up to the joust, including...

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The Christ of the Abyss in Liguria

Just off the coast of San Fruttuoso of Camogli in Liguria, 18 metres deep into the sea lies the "Cristo degli Abissi," Christ of the Abyss, a two and a half metre tall statue...

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La Festa del Redentore in Venice

One of the biggest celebrations in all of Italy happens every third weekend of July in Venice: La Festa del Redentore. The 2009 edition will be held 18-19 July.

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Il Festino of Santa Rosalia in Palermo

One of Sicily's largest and most celebrated festivals, Il Festino of Santa Rosalia, takes place in Palermo on 15 July; if you happen to be in the bustling southern Italian city around that time, though, you may simply hear talk of "u fistinu," as it is known locally.

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La Madonna della Bruna in Matera

We've talked about the Black Madonna of Sovereto, and now it's time for La Madonna della Bruna in Matera, Basilicata.

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L'Infiorata: Italy's Carpets of Flowers

If you've always imagined your carpets made of vibrant, fresh-smelling flowers, you should check out the L'Infiorata festivals held throughout Italy during May and June.

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Calcio Storico Fiorentino

Calcio Storico Fiorentino, also known as Calcio in Costume, is a Florentine tradition dating back to the 15th century. Its origins aren't exactly clear, but many believe it began when military troops needed a way to keep fit while awaiting another battle.

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Festa dei Gigli in Nola

In a small town 30 km outside of Naples, you’ll find Nola, famous for its late June Lily Festival known in Italy as the Festa dei Gigli.

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