Samuel Ghelli

Samuel Ghelli is an Italian scholar and educator based in New York. He teaches and directs the Italian and Food Studies programs at York College, CUNY.

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Mangia, Mangia!: When “Eat, Eat” Stops Being About Food

In America, a familiar Italian expression invites you to enjoy a meal. In Italy, it can also accuse people of taking too much.

Samuel Ghelli

October 19, 2026

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Mangiarsi le Mani: The Italian Expression for Regret

English speakers kick themselves over a missed opportunity. Italians turn themselves into the meal.

Samuel Ghelli

October 12, 2026

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