With the VAT hike of 1% (from 20% to 21%), I wonder if retailers will increase prices by even more than 1%.  We just have to see what happens and hope it won’t be as bad as when Italy switched to Euros.  It’s the end-consumer who eventually bears this cost. [Read more...]

Yes I am bracing alright!  A few days ago it was 36C and I was already complaining how hot it is.  At 40-degree goodness know what I will say.  If you are out and about sightseeing in the cities mentioned, please bring a bottle of water with you.  [Read more...]

I usually don’t follow Italian politics but when I heard this, I was shocked that a Minister could be so un-PC to call a colleague a “dwarf”.  Actually, I should know better and never be shocked as to what happens in the political arena. All I can say is “Welcome To Italy!” Ok, he has [...]

Congratulations to Federica Pellegrini on an outstanding performance in the World Swimming Championships in Shanghai [read more...]

Fazio advises consumers to ‘stay calm’ and I agree with this statement.  I am still eating salad and fresh tomatoes.  Taking the usual steps to make sure they are cleaned properly.  [Read more...]