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Krapfen or Berliner – A Sugar Ball for Carnival

Krapfen are a typical Carnival treat. In Germany they are also very often served for the last day of the year, at New Year’s Eve. In Italy, we call them bomboloni and the Italian graffe are very similar, just the … Continue reading

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Schiacciata alla Fiorentina – A Carnival Treat from Tuscany

Carnival is on the way and this year it happens right around San Valentine’s Day. Ash Wednesday is on the 14th of February, how do you celebrate these two days on the same day? For people who like to party … Continue reading

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Castagnole – a Traditional Italian Treat for Carnival

During every season and event there are so many typical and traditional treats in Italy like for sure in all countries. For the time of carnival I personally like a lot the chiacchiere. But this year I wanted to try … Continue reading

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Chiacchiere, Sfrappe and Angel Wings – Colorful Carnival Treat

In Viareggio they celebrate a whole month! Masks caricaturing famous people showed in parades are typical for every Carnival. The Battle of Oranges in Ivrea is a reminder of the the Middle Ages’ wars. All those oranges…. You can find … Continue reading

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