In this video, Antonio speaks in more detail about Praia's Madonna of the Cave. He shows us the rock where the ship's captain set down the wooden statue in the 14th century and he shows us the room where the statue is now housed.

Captain Russo explains the new safety rules adopted on gondolas beginning in 2011, and she shows what to do in case of an emergency. Obviously, it's a little joke.

Fat is Beautiful! No more fad diets! This captivating song by the Roman reggae group, Radici nel Cemento (Roots in Concrete) doesn't endorse obesity, but says that a woman with some meat ("ciccia") on her bones can be more appealing than a skinny one who is unhappy and obsessed with her weight.

Alberto has a wine shop at the Lido di Venezia and he tells us about his world renowned business, which exclusively sells local and Italian wines.

Dario is a player of Ultimate frisbee. He talks about this hobby in the video. He's on the beach, where a tournament is taking place, and he teaches us the easy rules of this fun and exciting game.

Alberto, a manager with the postal service in a small town, is ready to do anything to get transferred to Milan. His tricks don't work out, however, and as punishment he's transferred to a small town near Naples. A nightmare for Alberto, but he is in for a few surprises.

Jake, Matt and John form Radio Smile, a new Italian Rock Band. They show us their new space and promise to keep all their fans updated on their activities.

Another ad from TIM (Telecom Italia Mobile) with Christian de Sica who plays a traffic cop. He tries to stop some kids who form a "Tribe", using the new phone rates from TIM. Valentino Rossi, a renowned motorcyclist, also appears in the ad.

Angelo Piras, chef of the restaurant San Domenico, in Chieri, in the Turin Province, prepares some delicious and quick dishes that you’ll be enthusiastic about! This one shows the preparation of fried squid, with a surprising presentation at the end. Copyright uChefPuntoit.

The three friends, Serena, Milena and Flavia tell us about themselves, employing some useful comparatives. The girls talk about their favorite places and invite everybody to visit Italy. Review your comparatives with them!

The dramatic song "Vado Avanti" [I go on] by Gioia Marconi describes a girl who's deluded by love and who doesn't see any future. Her hopelessness is overcome, though, by the will to go on. Video provided by PA 74 Music.

Do you know the Italian words for family members? Listen and watch as Giuditta and Marino talk about how large their family has become since they got married and had a child.

Viviana Varese, winner of the 2011 Gambero Rosso Prize "Best emerging young chef", shows us how to make a tartare of Fassone (Piemontese beef) – an elegant and very tasty dish!

Milena is at the port of Maratea and she tells us about the beauty of that evocative place. The people of Maratea happily come here, even to just have a walk in the winter.

Carla Molinari is a Neapolitan singer who loves Mediterranean song. Her song Notte Magica (Magical Night) is presented here by Mediterraneos Productions.