10 Italian habits to decorate your life immediately

Everyone who is familiar with the Italian way of life will say that this is a special science. Every self-respecting Italian considers it almost his duty to be attractive, in a good mood and not to allow any minor troubles to spoil his life. And you know what? They do it great! According to many studies and surveys, Italians are regularly recognized as one of the most beautiful and happy nations. In addition, the Italian people occupy one of the leading positions in the ranking of long-livers. In short, these charming southerners definitely know something about a good life. Here are 10 short life style lessons that will help us get closer to the famous dolce vita.

Groceries are more likely to go to the market than to the supermarket

Besides the fact that it is a walk in the fresh air and a lot of live communication, here, as a rule, you can buy products of better quality and at a more pleasant price if you can bargain.

Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.

What we call a diet based on fresh vegetables and fruits is called a normal diet in Italy.

Keep in touch with "your" sellers

Firstly, this is another opportunity for easy communication that makes life better. Why not ask the baker, from whom you always buy bread, how his family and his beloved dog are doing? Secondly, this way you are more likely to receive products of the highest quality, because friends are the best.

Eat with family

Italians are especially kind to family ties. And in order to have dinner with their family, they don’t need a special invitation or an early agreement. They can spontaneously get together and just enjoy cooking together and spending time together. And most importantly - they do it all the time!

Drink less alcohol

Italians drink. A lot of. But what the Italians call "a lot" is considered by most other nations only to be a warm-up. In addition, they only drink alcohol at dinner.

To gesticulate

The average Italian uses about 250 gestures. This is a great way to add mood, tone and drama to everyday life.

Be more tactile

Italians are very fond of touch. If you have a birthday, be prepared for friends and buddies (not to mention relatives!) To hug and kiss you a lot. Scientists believe that it is tactile contact that greatly affects a person’s sense of happiness. The more it is, the happier we are.

Develop a sense of pride in the place where you were born

Any Italian, even from the smallest town, can spend hours telling you why his hometown is the most beautiful place on the planet and why you should definitely visit it.

Go out and walk

If Italians are going to go for a walk and sit somewhere (and they do it very often), then they certainly will not stop in one place. The company will go around several establishments and have a great time in each. The evening will be long, fun and active.

Drink Italian coffee

Of course, what kind of coffee, how much and how to drink is a matter of taste. But since we are talking about the Italian way of life, then know that in Italy coffee is a wonderful but short “romance”. It’s not customary to sit for hours in a cup of cappuccino. Everyone drinks coffee, everywhere, constantly, standing in the bar and not prolonging this ritual, because after a few hours you will most likely drink it again! By the way, Italians never drink coffee with milk in the afternoon. Latte and cappuccino are suitable only for breakfast.

You can learn more about how Italy lives at the Great Italy / Grand Italia Fest, which will be held July 28-29 in the Hermitage Garden in Moscow.