Let yourself be enveloped in the magical atmosphere of the most anticipated time of the year! Tales from our very knowledgeable guide Marilena will reveal some of the most curious traditions and historical events of Christmas in Milan, as well as bizarre anecdotes and tales of atmospheres from another time.
A (gluttonous) reconciling mistake
Dec. 10, 2020
Did you know this anecdote about the bizarre resolution of this discord between musicians? Sometimes even a small gesture like the gift of a panettone, even if done by mistake, can be more meaningful than a thousand words. Also because it is known that at Christmas we are all better off!
Tales of the ancient ritual of the Christmas log
December 12, 2020
Did you know that one of the most mouth-watering traditional sweets comes from this now almost forgotten family custom? Like many of the most celebrated delicacies of our beloved Italy, this dessert originates from a good-luck ritual of the past.
For Christmas, an all-Menegal Thanksgiving dessert
Dec. 17, 2020
Did you know that it’s not only today’s influencers who are honored with gifts? Watch the new video pill and learn about the story of the tasty gift received by Alessandro Manzoni!
The magical nativity scene at St. Mark’s Church
Dec. 21, 2020
Are you familiar with the unusual work of Milanese artist Francesco Londonio that hides throughout the year in St. Mark’s Church?
The panettone of a Milan… Col coeur in man!
December 23, 2020
Is the famous saying “Milan col coeur in man” really true! Find out why in this short video, in which we get lost in the stories of a wonderful solidarity initiative in Milan Christmas.
If you would like to discover more Christmas stories and legends of our beautiful city, discover our Virtual Meetings dedicated to Christmas: the meeting on Typical Stories and Traditions and the meeting on Culinary Specialties.
And that’s not all…We will keep you company with many other virtual Christmas suggestions, for adults and children:
