It is crazy to think that we’ve been living at the palace for a full week! The time spent here so far has been so surreal. This week has been full of field trips, late nights planning trips, early morning cappuccino runs and now, classes. Last week was an orientation to what this semester is going to look like.
This week we started with our first class of Survival Italian Lessons taught by Sandra. We will be meeting with her twice a week for the next four weeks. Due to the limited time, Sandra will be teaching us Italian skills that will help with basic Italian living. These basic skills include:
- Meeting and greeting people
- Requests at cafes, restaurants, stores of all kind
- Travelling and asking directions
- Shopping any paying for items
- Eating at restaurants
- Visiting Italian homes
- The related vocabulary to these topics.
We have only had two classes and have already learned how to greet people and ask directions. These phrases will be super helpful for the coming weeks.
In addition, we have started cooking classes with Mary Lou, the sweetest lady. Throughout the semester she will come give lessons on Italian food – pasta, vegetable, and meat dishes and dessert! The group is separated into two groups and will rotate taking turns each time Mary Lou visits.
Mary Lou prepping the sauce for our lunch!
Speaking on behalf of the Chigi Babies, I think it is safe to say that we have learned so much about the Italian lifestyle and culture within one week. This past week has been an experience of a lifetime so far, and I cannot wait for the next 11 weeks here.
Ciao, Belli (Bye, Beauties)!
Annie Finan