Italy & USA

This week, I’ll talk about something that many people around the world consider a morning must-have: coffee . There’s a big difference not only in the coffee itself between the U.S. and Italy, but also in the habits built around it.   When it comes to Italian coffee, people enjoy having it at a bar, where they can socialize and relax. In the United States, on the other hand, people usually stop by a coffee shop or take advantage of the drive-thru to save time , as I mentioned in the previous blog.   In the U.S., the coffee is served in large cups, and the quantity is quite big. It often takes people a good amount of time to finish it. There are also so many different flavor combinations that I had never seen or even heard of before coming to the U.S. Moreover, Americans usually drink it in the morning because it gives them that energy boost they need to stay awake and productive throughout the day; while in Italy people have it in the morning, but also after meals (lun...

Welcome back to my blog! It is becoming more and more difficult to think of differences between the USA and Italy to talk about at this point, but I think another interesting one is the job-related opportunities offered by the two countries. The United States is the “Land of Opportunity.” Many people’s goal is to have their own business and be their own boss by taking advantage of their knowledge, resources, and capabilities, and in this country, that is actually possible ! This is one of the biggest countries in the world, where, through connections, a college degree, and the results of belief and hard work, individuals have access to many job opportunities. They also have the chance to move to different states in search of better options, and even the minimum salaries here would be considered a dream for most people in Italy.   Italy is a much smaller country that, unfortunately, especially for younger generations, does not offer as many opportunities as the U.S. And even if i...