Life in Italy - Cinzia and I Chat about Living in Italy as an Expat

Life in Italy - Cinzia and I Chat about Living in Italy as an Expat

Starting all over again in Italy definitely has its challenges, but I wouldn’t change a thing. I feel honored to have been interviewed by Cinzia Ferri of Instantly Italy. We talk about living in a small village in Italy after years of working in San Francisco, being away from family and friends, cultural differences, how my life has changed, and what I miss the most since moving to Italy. Hint - it has to do with food - always!

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Outdoor Markets in Italy - Much More Than a Farmers' Market

The outdoor markets in Italy are incredible with overflowing seasonal fruits and veggies, homemade sausages, local cheeses and so much more. It’s a real treat to roam the local outdoor markets in search of a cute linen dress, a bright, pink antique chair, or sitting and watching it all over an espresso at a nearby cafe. Find my favorite local markets and things to do.

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My Journey Learning Italian

My desire to learn Italian is a neverending journey with many ups and downs. Here's my story as a Californian, moving my life to Italy while learning a new language and culture. I share my 5 top tips to make learning Italian easier while having fun.

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My move from California to Italy. Why Guardia Sanframondi? Perché Guardia?

The first thing the locals ask you when you tell them you have moved here permanently is “Perche?” “Why?” That’s not always an easy answer for me because I knew nothing about the Campania region or Guardia before my move. I had planned to move to Sicily or the Marche region in the North, but never Campania.

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