6 - Jan - 2026 | English, Traditions
The Befana festivity is one of the most beloved popular traditions in Italy, celebrated every year on January 6th, the day of Epiphany. It is a mix of winter folklore and Christian tradition: the Befana is a legendary figure who brings gifts to children, similar to...
26 - Sep - 2025 | English, Food, Gastronomy, Traditions
With the arrival of autumn, the hills and woods of Piedmont yield two of their most prized treasures: porcini mushrooms and, above all, the Alba white truffle. Porcini: a true delicacy The porcino mushroom (called bulé in Piedmontese dialect) is prized for its firm...
23 - Jul - 2025 | Art, English, History, Outdoor activities, Traditions
In the 1970s, Turin in August would shut down completely. The summer closure of FIAT marked the start of a collective ritual: thousands of factory workers left the city to return to their hometowns, especially in Southern Italy. After the Second World War, Turin...
5 - Jan - 2025 | English, Traditions
How does the Piedmontese dialect sound? Piedmont, like every Italian region, boasts its own dialect: Piedmontese. Dialects in Italy can differ significantly, and the contrasts are especially noticeable when compared to standard Italian. For instance, the dialogues of...
5 - Dec - 2024 | Outdoor activities, English, Food, Traditions
As everywhere in Italy, Christmas Time in Turin officially starts on December 8th, the Day of the Immaculate Conception. However, by this time, the advent calendar, a tradition of German origin, has already been inaugurated on Piazza San Giovanni, near the Cathedral....
