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Park Inauguration – Inaugurazione del Parco
Inauguration of Parcozeda Piero Angela in Arona gives the children and the community a green space that will bring connections and peace.
Maria Scuor
May 114 min read


Mother’s Day – Festa della Mamma
Mother’s Day is about more than flowers and cards, it’ about a mother’s love that lives in every lesson taught, every comforting hug, and every sacrifice made without recognition.
La Festa della Mamma è più di fiori e biglietti, è l'amore materno che vive in ogni lezione insegnata, in ogni abbraccio confortante e in ogni sacrificio fatto senza essere riconosciuta.
Maria Scuor
May 95 min read


Holy Friday – Venerdi Santo
Holy Friday—more commonly known as Good Friday—is a Christian holy day that commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Christian denominations include Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Lutheran, Anglican, Methodist, Oriental Orthodox, United Presbyterian and some Reformed traditions.
Maria Scuor
Apr 24 min read


Gianduia vs. Nutella
Gianduia or Gianduja is a traditional Italian chocolate that originated near Turin in the Piedmont region. In 1806, Napoleon’s Continental System restricted British goods from entering European ports under French control, leading to a shortage of cocoa. To adapt, local chocolatiers began mixing chocolate with finely ground regional hazelnuts, giving rise to Gianduia.
Maria Scuor
Mar 74 min read


Milano Starbucks
Whenever we head into the city, we take the train to Milano, arriving at Centrale station. From there, we hop on the metro to the Duomo, which is always our starting point when we visit Milan. We never miss the chance to pause, admire the breathtaking cathedral, and snap a selfie — it’s a ritual that never loses its magic. Then comes our next stop, just a short five-minute walk away: the Milan Starbucks… and not just any Starbucks.
Maria Scuor
Feb 276 min read


Ivrea Sights / Attrazioni
Italiano sotto ogni sezione TikTok video Ivrea Sights / Attrazioni Thank you to our friends Walter and Karen from Canada and Franco our friend from Vercelli for spending a wonderful day exploring Ivrea. Ivrea is a small but historically significant city in northern Italy, situated in the Piedmont region roughly 50 kilometers north of Turin. It lies along the Dora Baltea River, close to the Alpine foothills, a location that has shaped its role as a crossroads be
Maria Scuor
Feb 249 min read


Heart Caprese Salad – Insalata Caprese Forma Cuore
A heart caprese salad is a playful, romantic twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy slices of tomatoes are topped with creamy fresh mozzarella cut into heart shape. We finish it with a sprinkle of salt, either fresh or dried basil and a drizzle of olive oil and topped off with a good balsamic vinegar. Light, fresh, and visually charming, a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. It’s a dish that feels both elegant and heartfelt — perfect for date nights, celebratio
Maria Scuor
Feb 182 min read


Random Acts of Kindness Day - Giornata Degli Atti Casuali di Gentilezza
Each year on February 17, people around the globe observe Random Acts of Kindness Day. This meaningful day invites us to offer kindness freely, without looking for recognition or reward. It celebrates sharing love, joy, and compassion through simple, unexpected gestures.
Maria Scuor
Feb 164 min read


Blueberry Cinnamon Cake – Torta alla Cannella e Mirtilli
I made this heart shaped cake for Valentine’s Day, to have with a coffee for breakfast. I used a silicone pan for the first time and I just love how well it worked. I did spray the pan with cooking spray.
This cake has three layers of batter and two layers of cinnamon sugar with blueberries. The top is finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
Maria Scuor
Feb 143 min read


Friday the 13th – Venerdì 13
Friday the 13th has long held a peculiar grip on the human imagination, blending superstition, history, psychology, and pop culture into a single date that many people still approach with caution or curiosity. The superstition surrounding Friday the 13th is a fusion of two older fears: the unease around Fridays and the suspicion of the number 13.
Maria Scuor
Feb 136 min read


World Radio Day - Giornata Mondiale della Radio
World Radio Day, observed annually on 13 February, celebrates radio’s role as a vital and trustworthy means of communication. The date commemorates the founding of United Nations Radio in 1946. UNESCO designated 13 February as World Radio Day in 2011, and the United Nations General Assembly formally endorsed the observance in 2012.
Maria Scuor
Feb 117 min read


Ivrea – Castle / Castello
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano TikTok video of Castle / del Castello We had a wonderful time exploring Ivrea with our friends; Walt and Karen who were visiting from Canada and Franco who lives in Vercelli. Information on Ivrea Sights Ivrea Castle, locally known as Castello di Ivrea , is a medieval fortress located in the historic center of Ivrea, a town in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. The castle was constructed in 1358 by Amadeus VI of Savoy, often called “th
Maria Scuor
Feb 104 min read


World Nutella Day 2026
Yeah, its Nutella Day! Let's crack open a jar and slather that deliciousness of chocolate and hazelnuts on whatever we like. Of course, if you are allergic to hazelnuts like my brother Vince, then stay away. Here is the story behind Nutella....
Maria Scuor
Feb 54 min read


Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics & Paralympics / Olimpiadi e Paralimpiadi
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano The Olympic Torch came through Arona on January 14, 2026, and Chris my son-in-law @ chrisevans.film took these photos and video. La Torcia Olimpica è passata da Arona il 14 gennaio 2026 e Chris, mio genero, @ chrisevans.film , ha scattato queste foto e questi video. TikTok video - Olympic Torch in Arona / Torcia Olimpica ad Arona Photos / Foto Winter Olympics The Winter Olympic Games are an international sporting event dedicated to sno
Maria Scuor
Jan 199 min read


Pepper & Sausage Bun – Panino con Peperoni e Salsiccia
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 We just love hot sandwiches with a salad for dinner and when we roast the ingredients it makes it for a healthier meal. Ingredients 70 gr sliced onions 240 gr sausages 1 tbsp olive oil Garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste 1 tbsp dried oregano 2 red peppers Garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste Dried oregano to taste 2 large buns 6 slices provolone cheese Directions Preheat oven to 390°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum fo
Maria Scuor
Jan 183 min read


Italian BLT
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 BLT or the bacon lettuce and tomato sandwich on toasted sliced bread began appearing in American cookbooks around the early 1900s after mayonnaise was adopted to make sandwiches better. By 1910, versions of bacon–lettuce–tomato sandwiches were increasingly recognizable as the BLT and with the rise of lunch counters, cafes and hotel dining rooms it became the Standard American lunch sandwich. Today, the BLT is both the benchmark s
Maria Scuor
Jan 174 min read


Pork Panino – Panino di Maiale
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 There are days when we just want a light meal and for me that is usually a sandwich with a salad. Today I had some broccoli and cauliflower in the fridge therefore I boiled them or you can steam them, then I strained them and let them cool and made a cold salad out of the to accompany my quickly cooked pork filets to make it a hot sandwich meal. Ingredients 80 ml olive oil 60 ml apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp Dijon musta
Maria Scuor
Jan 163 min read


Crows vs. Grass – Corvi Contro Erba
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano TikTok video crows destroying grass / corvi che distruggono l’erba When we returned to Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada this past fall, I was stunned by just how many lawns had been ravaged by crows. I watched in disbelief as they carefully tugged up the grass, leaving what should have been a lush, green paradise looking torn and tattered—a disheartening sight for anyone who cherishes a pristine lawn. Have you ever wondered why this s
Maria Scuor
Jan 156 min read


Greek Wraps – Wraps Greci
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 (2 wraps per person) We love wraps any time of year and today Gianni asked to have a wrap therefore I created this Greek wrap however I substituted feta cheese for mozzarella balls as Gianni isn’t allowed to have feta. You can use feta instead to make it truly Greek! I served the wraps with a simple green salad to make this a complete meal. Ingredients 300 gr chicken breast cut into small cubes 100 gr sliced onions 100 gr pee
Maria Scuor
Jan 143 min read


Bat Houses - Casetta per Pipistrelli
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano TikTok Video - Bat Houses / Casetta per Pipistrelli Walking along the promenade in Arona, Verdemax boxes can be seen everywhere. Curious about what they were, I decided to do some research to learn more about them. These little houses are bat houses. They are environmentally friendly wooden shelters created to give bats a secure resting and nesting place in gardens, parks, or on buildings. Made primarily from natural pine wood, these bat ho
Maria Scuor
Jan 133 min read
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