: A short film featuring performers like Deeba Montazeri and Matt Provenza.
: In many restaurants, the basket of bread placed on your table is not free. To avoid a surprise charge on your bill, decline the bread immediately when it is served. ritorno
: Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria (The Return of Ulysses to his Homeland) by Claudio Monteverdi is a cornerstone of early opera. Film : : A short film featuring performers like Deeba
: Many local shops close for a lunch break (called riposo or la pausa ) between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM . : Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria (The Return
If you are returning to Italy as a tourist or expat, keep these essential local practices in mind to avoid common pitfalls:
: In smaller towns, expect most local businesses to be closed on Sundays.