Savouring Saint Nick

He’ll have a big fat pack upon his back And lots of goodies for you and for me So, leave a peppermint stick for old St. Nick Hanging on the Christmas tree The classic carol by Andy Williams is merely one of many that reference jolly ol’ St. Nick who is said to have been […]

How Italy Does Italian: Italy at the Table

It is said that Italians embrace le gioie della tavola (the joys of the table), for it is in gathering around the table where warmth, joy and magic are created, in particular when it comes to what is on the plate.  Those joys were definitely evident recently at an event called “How Italy Does Italian: […]