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Awaiting the Swifts

Two days ago I wrote about a saint, Joseph, who is associated with a pastry. Today another saint, this time associated with a bird. Or […]

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Buon San Giuseppe ! (Happy Saint Joseph’s Day)

Today is Father’s Day in Italy. And also the feast day of Saint Joseph, the day when Italy wide, Italians celebrate Mary’s husband with a […]

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Buona Festa della Donna !

Donne !  Today is International Women’s Day and the event, which dates from 1909, is being celebrated Italy-wide with imagination and gusto. Mimosa (Australian acacia) — […]

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Marjorie’s Italy Blog comes to you from Italy and is a regular feature written for curious, independent Italy lovers. It is enjoyed both by current travelers and armchair adventurers.