Traditions
Veneto, the land of the “love people” (a Valentine’s Day post)
Many believe that the name of our region comes from Venus. Veneto: It’s a place name — a toponym — that has many different meanings.
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about prosecco
Flute: Is it the right glass for Prosecco? And what about Prosecco col fondo?
Despite the growing interest in wine and wine education, many still serve Prosecco in a flute. The flute. If you came of age in the
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Toast for New Year’s! How do Italians say “happy new year”?
An Italian toast for the new year. There are lots of way to say “happy new year” in Italian. Here are just some of them.
about prosecco
Frizzante: What does the designation really mean when it comes to Prosecco?
The meaning of the designation frizzante is relatively simple. After reading the umpteenth misinformed blog post on the different categories of Prosecco, published by a
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Tramezzini, a classic Venetian finger food and a great pairing for Prosecco
Tramezzini are the Venetian version of what the English call “tea sandwiches” or “cucumber sandwiches.” If you have ever spent any significant time in Venice,
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Ombra de vin, a more probable etymology?
Above: an “ombra” of wine, a small glass shared in company. Most believe that the Venetian word for a small glass of wine, ombra (literally
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What does the word “perlage” mean with regard to sparkling wine?
Perlage is a word often used by Italians in describing sparkling wine. Whenever we describe wine, we employ a literary figure known as synesthesia. It
