I know the struggle of being the ‘American’ in an Italian family.

Ciao, mi chiamo Maria. As a native English speaker born and raised in New York, I understand the unique challenges of learning Italian. I’ve been there too, starting from scratch to connect with my Calabrese heritage and Italian family and friends.

My Background:

  • 10+ Years of academic Italian study.
  • 6+ Years teaching in top-tier US school districts.
  • Heritage-Driven: Deeply rooted in Calabrese culture and language.

I’ve taken everything I learned from my experience to create a shortcut specifically for you. These strategies are designed to help you interact confidently in Italian, immerse yourself in the culture and build genuine connections with Italian family and friends.