EXPLORE
ITALY
Made by: Luzmía Mendiburu, Brenda Candela, Lucia
Moscol y Gabriela Olaya
THE MOST IMPORTANT TRADITIONAL FESTIVALS
CHRISTMAS PALIO DE SIENNA BEFANA
The tradicional It represents the It’s a variation of the
dinner is more than Assumption of Virgin wise man’s as a group
just a celebration, is Mary into heaven. of witches that do the
a party. There are The horses are same labor, give gifts
many types of food. blessed before the to the well behaved
Is called FESTA DI race. The kids and carbon to
NATALE preparation is longer the bad behaved ones
than the race.
ITALIAN BRANDS
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
It begin in Florence founded by Salvatore FERRAGAMO in
1927 focused in ladies footwear. But his passion started in
his parents house at 1& years old. The now head designer is
Maximilian Davis.
ALFA ROMEO
ALFA is the original name since 1910 and short for
ANÓNIMA LOMBARDA FABBRICA AUTOMOBIL. It
started to be “Romeo” with the introduction of Nicola
Romeo in 1918.
ORIGINAL MURANO GLASS
Called OMG. It has been handmade in Venice since 1291. It’s
dedicated to be the best in glasswork [Link] know if
it is authentic you must see if there are minimum mistakes
as it is handmade.
1 390 $
SOCIAL ETIQUETTE
PRACTICES:
Greetings: Italians greet each other with a
handshake or a kiss on both cheeks (even for
acquaintances), though this may vary by region.
Personal Space: Italians are generally
more comfortable with close personal
space and may touch the arm or shoulder
during conversations.
Punctuality: While punctuality is important for
formal events, being slightly late (5-10 minutes)
for casual gatherings is usually acceptable.
Gift-Giving: If you’re invited to
someone’s home, it’s polite to bring a
small gift like wine, pastries, or
flowers.
SOCIAL ETIQUETTE
PRACTICES:
Respect for Family and Traditions: Italians
are family-oriented, so asking about
someone’s family or sharing about your
own can be a good way to build rapport.
Conversation Style: Italians are known for
animated, expressive conversations, and
they may interrupt or speak over one
another as a sign of engagement rather
than rudeness.
Dinning etiquette:
Food Etiquette: Italians take pride in their food, so
avoid adding extra condiments.
Meals: Meals are cherished moments, especially
lunch and dinner, and rushing through a meal is
frowned upon.
TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OR
ARTISANAL PRACTICES STILL ALIVE
MURANO GLASS CERAMICS LEATHER GOODS
This fallas is made on In regions like Florence is famous for
the island of Murano, Tuscany, people make its high-quality
near Venice. Artisans hand-painted pottery leather bags, shoes,
create colorful and and tiles with and belts, made by
delicate glass items. traditional designs. skilled craftsmen.
TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OR
ARTISANAL PRACTICES STILL ALIVE
LACE MAKING CHEESE AND OLIVE OIL PASTA MAKING
Many regions produce In many homes,
In Burano, near Venice,
cheese and olive oil families still make
artisans create
using traditional pasta by hand,
intricate lace by hand,
methods, which are following recipes
using old techniques.
very popular. passed down through
generations.
ITALIAN HOLIDAYS
Italian holidays reflect Catholic traditions,
centered on the liturgical calendar with
celebrations like Christmas and Easter. Local
events, such as the Palio in Siena and the Festa
di San Gennaro, emphasize regional patron
saints, fostering community identity and
strengthening ties.
IDIOMS IN ITALY -
CULTURAL VALUES
Significant Italian sayings reflect core cultural values:
1. "Chi va piano, va sano e va lontano." - Emphasizes patience and
carefulness.
2. "L'abito non fa il monaco." - Reminds us that true character
lies beyond appearances.
3. "Dove c'è amore, c'è vita." - Highlights the importance of love
and relationships.
4. "Meglio un uovo oggi che una gallina domani." - Prefers
immediate benefits over uncertain future gains.
5. "A caval donato non si guarda in bocca." - Encourages
gratitude for gifts, regardless of their value.
CULINARY!
Traditional Italian food is known for its diverse flavors and
regional specialties, featuring pasta, Neapolitan pizza,
creamy risottos, fresh seafood, and antipasto platters
with local cheeses and cured meats. Desserts like tiramisu
and cannoli highlight regional influences. Italian cuisine
emphasizes high-quality ingredients and cultural heritage,
with over 400 types of pasta designed for various sauces.
TRADITIONAL RITES OF PASSAGE IN ITALIAN
CULTURE
Coming of Age:
Weddings: Celebrate with special gifts or
Big celebrations parties (especially in southern).
Include: church Gifts: are meaningful, may include
ceremony and large money or symbolic items
(represent adulthood).
reception
Ritual: Some areas have specific
Regional Customs:
rituals, like family dinners (make a
tradition are different reflection about future)
in each region.
For example: In Sicily,
guests often give money
known as “busta”.
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