This week we have been prepping to scoop everything on the container bound for the United States. But we still had time to do a little reading in between. Check it out:

Romans have little faith in their mayor, according to this article from the New York Times. But when have Italians ever had faith in their government?

This article on cooking in Ischia had us dreaming our our sailing adventure there last year. You can read all about it here, here, and here. If there is interest, we could begin planning a trip for next summer. Anyone in? Email suzy@viaumbria.com.

The migration from Africa continues, as detailed with this article from the Economist.

The Washington Post gets all science-y with this interesting article on the chemistry of good or bad wine. We love learning about it!

Stop. It’s aperitivo time. Have a drink, eat an appetizer, and go enjoy your weekend.

Ci Vediamo!

Via Umbria