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December 2024

The Year in Review: 2024
This is the last issue of 2024, so I’m just popping into your inbox to say thank you for reading the New Roman Times.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Meet Giulia Scarpaleggia, Tuscan Food Writer, Cookbook Author & Cooking Class Teacher
I first encountered Giulia Scarpaleggia’s writing through the Substack network, but she has been writing about food for more than 15 years.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Rome Neighborhood Guide: Piazza del Popolo & Flaminio
Piazza del Popolo—the People’s Square—marks the northern end of Rome’s centro storico.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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The New Roman Times' 2024 Gift Guide for Italophiles
Black Friday may be over, but if you’re still looking for holiday gifts for your Italy-obsessed friends and loved ones, I’ve got a few ideas.
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Laura Itzkowitz

November 2024

Get 30% Off in Our Black Friday Sale!
Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating! From now until next Friday, December 6, all paid subscriptions to the New Roman Times are 30% off.
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Meet José Rallo, CEO of Donnafugata, One of Sicily's Leading Wineries
Sicilian wine is having a moment and Donnafugata is here for it.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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72 Hours in Perugia
The capital of Umbria—the region known as Italy’s Green Heart—Perugia tends to fly under the radar.
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Laura Itzkowitz
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So You Want to Move to Italy? Here Are the Visas You Can Apply For
I generally avoid wading into the murky waters of politics here, but I suspect that if you weren’t already contemplating a move to Italy, following the…
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Laura Itzkowitz
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