Natale in Italia

Christmas is big here. Like in the states, retailers depend heavily on holiday sales, and change their normally strange hours (e.g., closed every Sunday, Monday morning, plus every day from noon to 2:30, then open from 2:30 to 7).

There are many small markets like this one in Mantova. I'm sure I'm getting using my excellent negotiating skills to get a deep discount on that jar of mostard.

All the best for Christmas from our family to yours!