Trade Secrets Magazine Holiday Issue (Dec 2016/Jan 2017)

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A Wink From Italy take care of our grandparents, because we firmly believe that having a grandfather neighbor is a great source of wisdom and affection, which strengthens a child from an early age. They are the witnesses of our culture and history, often what we study in history books they have experienced directly and transmit it directly to the new generations. Growing up in Italy, also means living in an environment where life is less hectic than other places around the world. With the exception of the big cities like Rome or Milan, in our small towns people do not frantically running through the streets, as many robots. In our small towns or villages, all known each other and often sip your coffee at the bar, we enjoy our meals slowly with friends and family, and by real gourmands we savor a delicious ice cream!

Growing up in Italy, also means to mature a great love for the culture, history and old traditions still very present in every corner of our cities and villages. Each Italian city is rich in monuments, ancient palaces, museums and historical centers, where there is the daily social life. All of us Italians, we grew up playing among the ruins of ancient walls, squares and monumental fountains that have always been and will be the natural theater of our childhood games. A habit of all of us Italians is to gather in the square with friends and spend hours and hours talking and then decided to go to the restaurant, pizzeria or nightclub. One of the oldest and greatest pleasures habits of our lives is the “struscio� on Saturday afternoon (walking up and down the streets with

friends, and do shopping in town). One of the biggest advantages of our country is the variety of natural environments, rich in natural parks, stunning beaches, enchanting islands and mountains with breathtaking views. All this, in addition to a pleasant Mediterranean climate that makes our daily life, which, though full of problems is certainly pleasant enlivening with our beautiful sunny days. Growing up in such a pure and simple environment, we made us also develop love for the food, which we consider a fundamental part of our culture; for us the food is life, health and culture! All this is to be born, grow up and live in Italy and, in my life experience I say that Italy is the most beautiful and healthy country in the world where you can grow up! Hello from Italy!

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