Across
- 4. Historic Roman temple with a massive dome
- 10. Italian surname meaning "little fountain"
- 13. Machine used to smooth ice rinks
- 14. Toasted bread topped with tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil
- 16. Italian artist renowned for elongated portraits
- 17. Popular Italian beer brand
- 18. Tube-shaped pasta, ideal for thick sauces
- 19. Italian-style ice cream with a creamy texture
- 21. Ancient Roman arena for gladiator battles
- 23. Famous fountain in Rome known for its beautiful sculptures
- 26. Italian director of "The Great Beauty"
- 27. Italian-American soccer star with international fame
- 28. Luxury Italian fashion house known for shoes
Down
- 1. Long, flat pasta often served with rich sauces
- 2. Pasta filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables
- 3. Classic Italian salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil
- 5. Soft dough dumplings, often made from potatoes
- 6. Italian-American filmmaker behind "Pulp Fiction"
- 7. Italian coastal city famous for its annual music festival
- 8. Composer famous for "The Four Seasons"
- 9. Simple tomato-based pasta sauce with garlic and herbs
- 11. Legendary AS Roma soccer player and captain
- 12. Famous Italian tenor with a worldwide following
- 15. Italian actress known for "Spectre" and "Malèna"
- 20. Italian soccer star who captained the 2006 World Cup-winning team
- 22. Italian actor known for "La Dolce Vita"
- 24. Strong Italian coffee served in small cups
- 25. Italian word for basil, a staple herb in Italian cuisine