Tag Archives: cars

The power of wind

Posted on October 10, 2010 by chasingcappuccinos

Italians like to talk about wind. Many Italians (the older generation in particular) think that too much air can be unhealthy and can cause mal di gola (a sore throat) or cervicale (cervical syndrome, which affects the neck). I’ve often … Continue reading →

Posted in American, culture, Italians, Italy | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

The culture of driving

Posted on October 8, 2010 by chasingcappuccinos

Something I appreciate about Italian drivers is that they rarely honk their horns. In America, drivers honk anytime someone is going too slow, or pulls out in front of them, or when they’re stuck in traffic (as if that will … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, driving, Italians, Italy | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 79 Comments