If you are looking for something to brush up your Italian with, Netflix might be one of the best places to start. With a growing range of series and films that are Italian-made or portrayed entirely in Italian, there is bound to be something that will draw you in. Here are five great suggestions for(…)

If we were the type of people to stereotype, we might have opened this up with a few bars of Waltzing Matilda or a raucous G’day, mate! Fortunately we are nowhere near that cringe-worthy, and to let you know that we intend to continue our look at the languages of Australia in a more dignified(…)

In the bleak midwinter… What’s bleak about the middle of winter when you have a carol in your heart and a mulled wine in your hand?! Come, all ye faithful, let’s take a look at some Christmas carols from around the world! Silent night ‘Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht’, Vienna Boys Choir/Die Wiener Sängerknaben 1967/Youtube Silent(…)

Got an Italian wedding to go to and no clue on what will happen? We’ve got you covered with our list of do’s and don’ts to help you survive any big, fat, Italian wedding. So you’ve been invited and you’ve sent in your RSVP, but what happens next? What should you wear? What will the(…)

With its beautiful architecture, rich history, and delicious food, Italy is a popular destination for vacationers. Whether you’re traveling to Italy for business or leisure, learning a few basic Italian phrases will make your trip go much more smoothly. Here are some essentials for anyone who plans to spend time in an Italian-speaking country. Before(…)

Live la dolce vita in Italy by choosing the land of pizza and pasta for your study abroad destination. Delicious food, historic cities, centuries of culture and gorgeous landscapes await you. Oh yes, and an enriching academic experience! But before you jet off, read this guide to the key things you should know before you(…)

Budding opera singers have long used learning Italian as the starting point to their careers, but did you know that learning opera (at least the lyrics) can help you learn Italian as well? After all, what better way is there to learn Italian than through the most classic of Italian music? Not only is it(…)

When most of us dream about an Italian vacation, food inevitably enters the scene pretty quickly. Hand-tossed pizzas, soul-warming soups, deli meats that would put your standard cold cuts to shame. Whether you’re a meat eater or a vegetarian, a foodie or just a person with a big appetite, you’ll eat well while vacationing in(…)