Oh no, they were actually behind those little green screens there controlling the puppets with bamboo polls. Actually, each puppet has two bamboo polls to control it. And there are lines that go up into the puppets to make them move their arms, or jaws, or sparks and smoke in some instances. Pretty neat.
I can imagine Italy would have the real drugs. Skiing sounds like a lot of fun! I didn't get to try the hot chocolate while I was there, but I did get to try their coffee. I LOVE how Italians make their Americanos. In fact, my visit to Italy made me change up the way I make coffee at home. I now make it exactly like they do: espresso with a little bit of hot water, but not too much. :)
have you ever been to the uk? are coffee sucks big time. but our tea is really nice. I have tried the coffee in italy and you are right it is really nice.
If you ever come over this way to the UK hit me up for a nice hot brew of tea. it is something I think us brits are proud of. :D