Epiphany is a religious holiday celebrated on January 6. In Italy, though, we also celebrate La Befana, an old woman, a witch-like character, who brings gifts to the good kids and coal and garlic to the naughty ones.
Inspired by the many top 10 lists I’ve seen over the last few days, I’ve decided to publish mine too!
What we did in 2009 and what we hope for in 2010!
The traditions of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in our corner of Tuscany.
Tuscany is also famous for the good food and drink, among which some of the most popular traditional Christmas sweets. My favourite Tuscan Christmas desserts are ricciarelli and panforte, but every area has its traditional recipe.
The tradition of presepe has ancient roots. In Italy the nativity scene was for a very long time the only Christmas decoration, and it is still a wonderful tradition today.
I finally feel ready for Christmas! Here is what happens in our family on Christmas day.
We are finally renovating Casina di Rosa to make it prettier and more comfortable! Here is what is going on around here… it’s just a big mess at the moment!
December 8 is a national holiday. We celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This is the real beginning of the Christmas holidays: let the celebrations begin!
Tuscany was the first country to abolish death penalty and torture in 1786. Certainly a reason to be very proud.
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