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Limoncello Cocktails

Limoncello Cocktails

Posted by Pam - Merchant of Prato on Jul 9th 2025

Visiting Amalfi, Sorrento or Positano and enjoying limoncello is a must-do experience on the Amalfi Coast. Limoncello is a lemon liquor special to this area of Italy. You will find it in every re … read more
Palio di Siena - The Winner of the July 3, 2025 is Oca

Palio di Siena - The Winner of the July 3, 2025 is Oca

Posted by Pam - Merchant of Prato on Jul 3rd 2025

The Results are in Oca has won the July 3rd, 2025 Il Palio di Siena. Jockey Giovanni Atzeni who goes by the professional name Tittia wins for the 11th time. This is the 68th win for the Oca (Goose) Co … read more
17 Contrade di Siena - Palio di Siena

17 Contrade di Siena - Palio di Siena

Posted by Pam - Merchant of Prato on Jun 25th 2025

In the Middle Ages, Siena was partitioned into districts called contrade. Each Contrada formed a military company which was responsible for defending Siena. Originally there were 59 contrade, but to … read more
Palio di Siena - The Most Insane Horserace

Palio di Siena - The Most Insane Horserace

Posted by Pam - Merchant of Prato on Jun 19th 2025

(Photo Credit: Wikipedia Commons) Siena is by far one of my favorite Italian towns, a captivating medieval city in Tuscany, renowned for its well-preserved Gothic architecture, vibrant cultural … read more
Italian Lemon Lovers - Limoni! Limoni!

Italian Lemon Lovers - Limoni! Limoni!

Posted by Pam - Merchant of Prato on Jun 13th 2025

I don’t know about you, but I am absolutely in love with Lemons. I love anything with lemons on it – dresses, blouses, t-shirts, towels, rugs, wall décor, hand soap, tablecloths, … read more