Cath and Mike's Italian Bloggolino.

Jan 31, Explore Italian Culture - about us.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:46:30 GMT

We're Cath and Mike Andrews, and this is the page where you can find out more about Italian culture and about us.

Jan 31, The Italian Sofa : our free e mail newsletter specially for you!

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:08:09 GMT

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter, The Italian Sofa, full of ideas, tips, news and pics from our home in Italy.

Jan 30, Rome sightseeing : free ebook pdf download.

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:01:20 GMT

You want to go Rome sightseeing but aren’t sure where to start? Most Italian vacation packages recommend the well-known sites. Download our free e-book for tips about Rome’s five best kept secrets!

Jan 29, A map of ancient Rome.

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:59:17 GMT

Need to know where the Roman Empire was? Here's an 'at-a-glance' map of ancient Rome as it looked in the second Century A.D.

Jan 28, The Roman Colosseum : how to see the secret parts.

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:07:57 GMT

So you want to see the Roman Colosseum but you're not sure how? We can help! Here�s how Viator tours will give you memories to last a lifetime.

Jan 28, Take a fun quiz about ancient Roman culture!

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:32:24 GMT

Does Italian history seem dry and uninteresting to you? Take a fun quiz about Italy's ancient history and discover how much fun it can be!

Jan 27, Ancient Roman Culture fun facts - where Italian culture and traditions began.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:44:21 GMT

Need to know about ancient Roman culture for a project? Trying to enthuse your kids about Italy's history? Wondering where Italian customs came from? Have fun as we tell all!

Jan 24, Italian Culture and You : come - explore your inner Italian with us!

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:20:16 GMT

Language, traditions, cooking recipes, interesting facts, places to visit in Italy - share our insider knowledge of Italian culture and find your Italian dream.

Nov 23, Italian Christmas music :
Lou Monte and Dominick the Donkey.

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:46:06 GMT

Some of the most popular Italian Christmas music of all time. Well, we have to admit it. You will never hear Lou Monte singing 'Dominick the Italian Christmas

Nov 23, Medieval Italian Christmas music : tradition without commercialism.

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:41:31 GMT

If you're tired of the commercial side of Christmas this entrancing disc of Medieval Italian Christmas music could be just what you're looking for.

Nov 19, Italian Christmas Music : the Mandolin and Strings of the Sanremo players.

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 15:59:26 GMT

Peaceful, authentically Italian Christmas music to add a splash of Italy to your home this festive season.

Nov 17, Italian nativity snow globes - one of the best Christmas gifts.

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:37:51 GMT

Nativity snow globes may be an important part of Italian Christmas traditions but they have an equally important role in providing imaginative stocking stuffers!

Nov 17, Buy an Italian calendar.

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:16:37 GMT

Looking for stocking-fillers or inexpensive Christmas gifts? Consider a stunning Italian calendar - easy to buy, easy to send.send

Nov 11, A lighted Christmas nativity scene from Fontanini.

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 20:27:37 GMT

Trying to find a Christmas nativity scene that stands out from the rest? Fontanini's back-lit grotto is one of the best classic Italian ornaments available.

Nov 11, The Colosseum in Rome: enjoy one of the best places to visit in Italy.

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:51:08 GMT

Planning to visit the Colosseum in Rome but not sure where to start? Here are our insider tips on this most well known of ancient Roman buildings to make your visit extra special.

Nov 10, Fontanini nativity set : how to add Italian Christmas traditions to your home.

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:05:56 GMT

This Fontanini nativity set is typical of Italian Christmas traditions and makes an ideal Christmas or wedding gift.

Oct 28, Italian pasta recipes : from how to make pasta to delicious meals.

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:19:56 GMT

Quick and easy Italian pasta recipes. Each authentic recipe has been handed down from friends in Italy and tried and tested by us!

Oct 18, Pizza fondue - the new way to party! We review the best electric pizza oven.

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:42:05 GMT

Have a pizza fondue party - good food, good company and lots of talk - truly an Italian ideal! This inexpensive portable brick pizza oven will make you the envy of your friends.

Sep 15, The Presto Pizzazz pizza oven : the best of the electric bunch?

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:48:57 GMT

We review the Presto Pizzazz pizza oven (model 03430) : what it is, how it works, who's it best for, pros and cons and does it cook pizzas as well as a wood burning oven?

Sep 11, Your outdoor pizza oven doesn't need to be a permanent structure. We review one

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 07:59:40 GMT

Looking for an outdoor pizza oven? Here's an ingenious low cost option to a whole new backyard structure : a kit to transform your kettle grill into one of the most effective ovens you'll ever see!

Aug 28, Olive oil : benefits and why it’s important to get the best.

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 07:41:24 GMT

The health benefits of olive oil are well evidenced. We look at how olive oil benefits the people of Le Marche, Italy and how it can benefit you.

Aug 27, An authentic Italian raspberry recipe - delicious on a summer’s day.

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 19:57:24 GMT

This raspberry recipe is one of the best Italian dessert recipes for a hot summer’s day - healthy, quick to make and delicious to eat.

Aug 27, Great Italian macaroni recipes : Maccheroni Bianchiverdi.

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:32:59 GMT

If you’re looking for an authentic Italian macaroni recipe you’ve found it. Maccheroni Bianchiverdi is one of the most delicious macaroni recipes we know - and takes minutes to make.

Aug 27, Christmas Pizza, Le Marche style.

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:37:35 GMT

This authentic Christmas pizza recipe is a favourite with our friends in Le Marche. Cook it in advance and keep it with your other Italian cookies to offer unexpected guests!

Aug 27, A dessert pizza recipe : how to get fruit into your kids without having to try!

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:20:10 GMT

One of our favourite easy Italian sweet recipes. This dessert pizza recipe looks spectacular as a centrepiece at parties, and kids love it!

Aug 27, Bread machine pizza dough recipe.

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 13:43:43 GMT

This is the best bread machine pizza dough recipe you’ll ever find. It’s one we’ve used and refined over twenty years - so if you want to learn how to make pizza here’s the solution!

Aug 27, Easy pizza dough recipe : delicious, healthy and inexpensive to make.

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:52:24 GMT

Everybody loves this authentic Italian dish! It’s a homemade easy pizza dough recipe, fun to make and delicious to eat. Your family will love it!

Aug 27, Authentic Italian pizza dough : is homemade cheap pizza worth the work?

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 11:52:05 GMT

Cooking Italian food is fun and easy, and once you know how to make Italian pizza dough the possibilities are endless! Here's our guide to why it's best to make it yourself.

Aug 27, Italian pizza recipes - easy to make, delicious to eat!

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 11:25:58 GMT

Authentic Italian pizza recipes you can make in no time! Delicious and nutritious - a treat for your whole family.

Aug 25, Fun, interesting facts about Italy you never knew you needed to know!

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:12:35 GMT

From where the Pope lives in summer to what the President thinks of the National Anthem to what currency Italian people use - we cover a range of fun, interesting facts about Italy you'll love!

Aug 25, Interesting facts about Italy.

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:09:33 GMT

Our ten most interesting facts about Italy to impress and entertain you!

Aug 24, Essential facts about the Pope for travellers.

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:09:43 GMT

Five facts about the Pope, including : Is an audience with the Pope one of the best things to do in Rome? Where can I get Pope John Paul the 2nd memorabilia? Where does the Pope live in summer?

Aug 24, The Italian flag : colors, facts and pictures.

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:44:11 GMT

The flag of Italy is full of symbolism. Find out what the Italian flag looks like, what it means, and what facts on Italy it tells us about.

Aug 24, The Italian national anthem : Italian culture and traditions in words and music

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:30:31 GMT

The history, words and music of the Italian national anthem, and some fun facts.

Aug 24, Currency in Italy - what is it and how do I go about buying it?

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:18:27 GMT

Old Italian currency and the new Italian Euro : all you need to know about the most cost-effective ways of buying foreign currency in Italy.

Aug 19, Learn the Italian language in whichever style suits you!

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:55:03 GMT

Learn Italian : language resources on- and offline, and some basic phrases for you to learn.

Aug 15, Mother’s Day recipes : a very Italian way of spoiling your ‘mamma’.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:23:46 GMT

Looking for special gifts for your mother on her special day? Do what the Italians do - make one of her favourite Mother’s Day recipes instead!

Aug 15, Italian Mothers Day : when it is and ideas to celebrate the 'festa della mamma'.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:19:14 GMT

Wherever in the world they may be, Italian mothers are the focus of family traditions. Here's how to celebrate your Italian 'mamma', with some poems for Mother's Day that you can make your own!

Aug 15, Italian boy names : popular Italian first names for baby boys.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:10:49 GMT

Baby first names are an important part of Italian family traditions. Here we look at the current top twenty Italian boy names, their English equivalent, saint's days and meaning.

Aug 15, Italian girl names : the top twenty Italian first names for baby girls.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:05:15 GMT

Family traditions and Italian girl names : the most popular baby first names, their meaning, saint's day and naming traditions in Italy.

Aug 15, Basic Italian phrases and how to pronounce them.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:58:59 GMT

Your language guide to basic Italian phrases : how to learn Italian from scratch - starting with how to say hello.

Aug 15, Learn Italian : language books and audio - we review the best.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:35:23 GMT

How to learn the Italian language : books and audio programme reviews.

Aug 15, A snail mail pen pal can help improve your Italian!

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:25:52 GMT

Trying to learn the Italian language? A snail mail pen pal is a fun way to do it. We look at paid and free international pen pal sites and give away a downloadable e-book!

Aug 15, E mail pen pal : how the internet can help you improve your Italian.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:18:50 GMT

Want to know how to learn Italian quickly? An e mail pen pal could be the answer you’ve been looking for.

Aug 15, Learn the Italian language for free : here’s how.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:11:53 GMT

How to learn the Italian language for free with BBC languages : we review one of the best online study resources.

Aug 11, Delicious, simple Italian bread recipes.

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:38:58 GMT

Our best Italian bread recipes for you from our kitchen in Le Marche : savoury, sweet, machine or hand made - we have the perfect recipe for you.

Aug 11, Italian Christmas and New Year’s music from La Fenice, Venice.

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:58:08 GMT

Italian Christmas music from Venice : New Year's Concert, 2005. OK so it’s not Italian Christmas music as such, but it’s recorded at ‘La Fenice’, Venice’s

Jul 11, Free San Marino map for you to download!

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:47:20 GMT

Struggling to find a good map of San Marino's historic centre? Here is a detailed San Marino map (pdf version) for you to download now!

Jul 5, 21 free ebooks for download - right here, right now!

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:56:28 GMT

We are giving away no less than twenty-one free ebooks for download. From travel tips to childcare and so much more. Download your free pdf ebooks here!

Jun 18, Italian Christmas decorations : olive wood nativity set.

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 10:11:01 GMT

Italian Christmas decorations : olive wood nativity set. If you love the colours of olive wood as much as we do, you'll love this beautiful hand-carved