Ciao a tutti and Howdy Ags!
May is well underway, and the summer tourist season is heating up. April was another wet month with just under 1.5 inches of rain and an average temperature at our home in Tuscany of 57 degrees for the month. We hope the rain will slow down for a while to allow for bud break on our olive trees and for ample pollination. I now understand why farmers are always watching the weather.
In this month’s e-newsletter, you’ll find:
Featured Articles: We take a closer look at the Vatican Swiss Guard. Learn about Stumble Stones or Pietra D’Inciampo and how these humble reminders are there so we do not forget history. A few wine suggestions are sprinkled throughout along with five (5) differences between Italian gelato and American ice cream. Either way they are both delicious.
Travel Spotlight: Take a close look at Puglia, Italy’s southern charm.
Recipes: We have two new recipes this month. Both are packed with flavor and not to be missed. The first is Burro Italiano, a spice dip to pair with olive oil for a captivating and addictive bread dip. Plus, a wonderful recipe for the traditional Roman dish Cacio e Pepe. Simple, easy to make and it takes just a few ingredients.
TAMU Highlights: Meet former Governor and Secretary of Energy – James “Rick” Perry, ’72 in our Ask an Italy Aggie column, Aggie Sports Update and Aggie Network News (be sure to check out club member 2LT Simi Head and her historic parachute jump),Italy A&M Club’s Muster 2024 Review, we have a look at Juliann Miller ’21 and Nathan Drain ’23 recent Road Trip through Europe plus a brief glimpse in our Campus Remembered – Halbouty Building review.
Don’t forget! The Texas A&M Women’s Volleyball Team will be playing two games in Italy sometime between May 25 – June 5. When we have more information, we will pass this along. If they are in your area when the exact location and dates are announced, please go out and show them our support!
Thank you for being a part of our community, and we hope you enjoy reading this month’s update. Please click on the below link and discover what’s happening in Italy, our club and Texas A&M. Here’s the link to the Italy A&M Club March 2024 update:
https://online.flippingbook.com/link/755450/
Talk with each of you soon. Be sure to follow the club on Instagram, be well and thanks for everyone’s continued support.
Ciao and Gig’em!
