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A Story of Kindness, Angels and Being a Mattioli

by Tanya (Mattioli ) O’Brien Sometimes life can be difficult and the worries of your friends, family and the world can be too much for anybody to make sense of on their own. A few weeks ago, I found myself…

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Un Bicchiere di Vino con Il Postino….Trentino-Alto Adige

by Domenico Cellucci This month’s column deals with one of Italy’s least known wine regions: Trentino-Alto Adige. It is recognized as a producer of quality grappa and sparkling wines. Lately, the area is producing some of Northern Italy’s best still…

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My Dad and The City of Ottawa

by Lina Gerebizza (née Rosati) My father’s name is Mario Rosati. He was a simple, hardworking man. He died when he was only 68 years old on June 18, 1994 (one day shy of Father’s Day). His was a typical…

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Castagne to Go Chronicle of a Chestnut Lover

By Luciano Pradal It all started in 2007 when I retired from my job as a stationary engineer and began a new career as a tourist guide for Italians visiting Ottawa. Oh no, wait! That’s another story… Let me start…

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