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Italian Carnival is a joyful, messy, and delicious lead-up to Lent, celebrated differently in every corner of the country. From Venice’s masked spectacle and Viareggio’s towering papier-mâché floats to Ivrea’s orange-throwing food fight and Verona’s family-focused traditions, no two carnivals are alike. What they share is indulgent food — fried dough, rice fritters, and seasonal sweets made only at this time of year. As locals and food writers swap stories of childhood costumes, confetti in coat pockets, and beloved recipes, Carnival emerges as a celebration of abundance, community, and the simple pleasure of eating well before restraint begins.
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