Author Archives: Anthony Barbuto



Anthony Barbuto

Anthony and Mom
Travel

Are All Italian Men Mamma’s Boys?

There is a stereotype about Italian men that they are all Mamma’s Boys (In Italian: Mammoni).  But as we know, stereotypes aren’t necessarily truths, or at least they do not...

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September 24, 2017
Fruit Stand in Bolgheri
Food & Wine

World’s Healthiest People Live in Italy

Italian Enthusiasts generally have an idea that Italy is a healthy country.  Comparatively speaking, we know Italians eat well.  We know Italians walk a lot.  We know Italians are not...

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August 16, 2017
AFRICAN MIGRATION: A HOT TOPIC IN ITALY
Travel

AFRICAN MIGRATION: A HOT TOPIC IN ITALY

African migration is a hot topic in Italy right now that is causing increasing controversy among Italians. According to media reports, over 73,000 African migrants have come to Italy in...

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June 29, 2017
Fiat in Italy
Travel

Romance Italian Style

Italian Enthusiasm is demonstrated in a number of forms.  Some express their love for Italy with food, others in language, and others through art.  But nothing shouts “I love Italy”...

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June 25, 2017
Onomastico
Language & Arts

What is Onomastico?

For many Italians, celebrating one’s onomastico is just as special as celebrating one’s birthday, and for some it is even more special.  Onomastico means “name-day” in Italian, and in Italy...

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June 15, 2017