Traditionally, September marks the beginning of the Tuscan Vendemmia-- the grape harvest. Tourists come from all over the world to partake in the many festivals and wine tastings in the region. For those of us too busy attending university lectures and studying, this delicious focaccia bread is a perfect way to celebrate the harvest by adding a … Continue reading Schiacciata all’uva (Grape Focaccia)
One thing that many students-- and American people in general-- seem to be curious about are the notorious Mafias in Italy. In one of my Italian classes last semester, I can remember a couple of classes during which the day's lessons were almost abandoned in exchange for an engrossing lecture on mafias and crime. Now, … Continue reading Gomorrah: A Personal Journey into the Violent International Empire of Naples’ Organized Crime System
As finals week approaches, what better time could there be to explore what French television has to offer? Whether you plan on taking a "study break" to watch a few episodes of a Netflix series or want to find something to watch once all of your finals are over, the French Embassy has you covered … Continue reading French TV Series Available Online
Join the Department of French & Italian for an end-of-year celebration! It's been a long, cold winter, and it's about time that we celebrate the spring (in this case, the end of the spring semester). The celebration will be held in honor of the achievements of all French and/or Italian majors and minors, in particular … Continue reading FRIT End-of-Year Celebration
This week, we're honoring Italian singer-songwriter Annalisa! After participating in two bands (Elaphe Guttata and leNoire), she has gained popularity as a solo artist in recent years. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZGGmO9dXxs Born in Savona, Italy, Annalisa Scarrone began studying music at a young age with classical guitar and flute. Even at the young age of thirteen, she worked … Continue reading Italian Music Highlight: Annalisa
For today's music highlight, check out the unique sound of Fishbach, a French musician whose music mixes rock, synthpop, and experimental sounds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29mcKVhwzu8 Fishbach, née Flora Fischbach, was born in the north of France. At the age of fifteen, she quit school for other pursuits until she fell in love with music and performing after … Continue reading French Music Highlight: Fishbach
Here we have a bright, summer salad fresh with Tuscan roots, including: 8 slices bread, cut into chunks 1 cucumber, cubed 4 tomatoes, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced a few basil leaves 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar Vegetable oil, for deep frying salt & pepper Soften the … Continue reading Panzanella Salad
