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Thanks for stopping by my irreverent website where I attempt to decipher Italian culture for the English-speaking world. It’s always my intention to go a little deeper — beyond the stereotypes and la dolce vita — to discuss the many reasons why this beautiful chaotic country continues to inspire the dreams of travelers and expats year after year.

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