Across
- 3. Smallest independent country
- 5. Fictional brother who is a plumber in video games
- 7. Period of great artistic revival
- 9. Hard, salty Italian cheese
- 12. Island west of mainland Italy
- 15. Mythical founder of Rome
- 16. Center of ancient Roman life
- 17. Racing legend
Down
- 1. Popular Italian lager beer
- 2. Iconic Italian actress
- 4. Italian understand
- 5. Popular brand of Italian coffee
- 6. Sea bordering Italy's eastern coast
- 8. Well-known brand of pasta sauces
- 9. Creamy Italian cheese often used in baking
- 10. Powerful family from Florence
- 11. First Roman emperor
- 13. Renowned Italian fashion designer
- 14. CAESAR Famous Roman general