Samuel Ghelli
A Fagiolo: The Right Thing is a Bean in Italian
One small legume can be timely, useful, welcome, and exactly right.
August 17, 2026
Vestirsi a Cipolla: What This Italian Expression Really Means
It may sound like terrible advice during an Italian heatwave. But sooner or later, someone will tell you to dress like an onion.
August 10, 2026
Why Italians Say “Ci Sta Come il Cacio sui Maccheroni”
Not every combination becomes a figure of speech. In Italy, pasta and cheese did.
August 5, 2026
Per Forza Non si Fa Nemmeno L’aceto: When Italians Say You Can’t Force Things
Italy even turns vinegar into a recipe for living.
July 29, 2026
Spirito di Patata: When Italians Blame the Potato for a Bad Joke
The humble potato has fed generations of Italians. Their sense of humor is another matter.
July 22, 2026
Rigirare la frittata: How Italians Flip an Argument
In Italy, even changing the course of a conversation has a culinary name.
July 6, 2026
The Italian Soccer Phrase Every Fan Should Know
Every World Cup produces unforgettable misses. In Italy, they have a delicious way of describing them.
June 29, 2026
Vai a Farti Friggere: When Italian Insults Come Out of the Kitchen
In Italy, even irritation can be served sizzling.
June 22, 2026
The Italian Saying That Celebrates Leftovers
In Italy, some dishes are expected to improve simply by waiting.
June 15, 2026
