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FERRAGOSTO: A BELOVED ITALIAN HOLIDAY
Learn why most Italian cities and villages become literal ghost towns during part of August each year.
The Bonfires of San Antonio
Every January a curious tradition takes place in Southern Italy, The Bonfires of San Antonio! In local jargon it is called the "Fócara di Sant'Antonio". For the people of Puglia, it is a mix of religion and pagan rite going back centuries. The legend recounts that...
When Life Hands You Lemons, Give Them to An Italian
If they like you, they’ll make you some LIMONCELLO! One of our favorite events we hold at Mazzone Olive Oil is our fragrant and fascinating Limoncello Making Class. Our guests are often quite familiar with this delicious Italian beverage but we do have some who join...
Why Do We Celebrate with Bubbly?
The clock starts to tick and the seconds count down. A new year is rung in and someone pops a cork of bubbly to toast in celebration! Drinking light, sparkling, fizzy, bubbly wine on special occasions is a tradition that has historically been associated with luxury...
Ten Ways to Add an Italian Twist to Your Thanksgiving Dinner with Mazzone Olive Oil
This is the week where millions of Americans will be celebrating the second most family-oriented holiday after Christmas. Thanksgiving is a day dedicated to family, friends, football, and, most importantly, food! Many families will be reuniting for the holiday for the...