He who would enjoy the feast should fast on the eve.
More Italian Proverbs:
Big mouthfuls often choke.Italian
Better be the head of a cat than the tail of a lion.
Italian
The world is like a staircase; some go up, others go down.
Italian
That that comes of a cat will catch mice.
Italian
A little truth helps the lie go down.
Italian
Snapping curs never want sore ears.
Italian