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Anthony Rodia comes to Colonial Theatre in February
The Colonial Theatre of Laconia will present Anthony Rodia at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. A first-generation Italian-American born and raised in Westchester, New York, Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20s, he tried a few open mic... Read More
The lonely Italian cheesemaker on East 29th Street immortalized in a 1949 painting
I don’t know if it was ever officially considered a Little Italy. But in the 1930s and 1940s, East 29th Street between Second and Third Avenues was an Italian food store stronghold. V. DiPollito’s meat market; Peter Rossi’s salami, olive oil, and bac... Read More
Eating at Romano’s in Delaware County: The Birthplace of Stromboli
Philadelphia is a city known for its amazing food scene ranging from high-end eateries to blue-collar cheesesteaks. However, did you know the area is also the birthplace of stromboli? That’s right, Romano’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant, which is l... Read More
1000 Miglia Experience Florida debuts with RM Sotheby’s partnership during Miami Car Week
The most beautiful race in the world, as Enzo Ferrari famously called it, is set to captivate the Sunshine State this February, as the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida launches its inaugural edition during Miami Car Week. In a new and exciting partners... Read More
Eataly Chicago Launches Alpina: A Winter Pop-Up Experience
This January, Eataly will launch a new pop-up experience: ALPINA. Named after the landscape of the Italian Alps, this limited-time-only experience will run through March 2025 – providing a taste of the après-ski lifestyle without ever having to hop o... Read More
New Book By Ned Chiodo Provides A Deep Dive Into The Italian-American Immigrant Experience
Ned Chiodo, a former Iowa legislator, political activist, and established author, has recently published his latest book, From the Tip of the Boot to the Top of the Heap. With his book, Ned dives into the intricacies of what it means to be part of an... Read More
Meatball-loving restaurant Sicilian Butcher to open in North Dallas
An uber-buzzy Italian restaurant is coming to North Dallas: Called The Sicilian Butcher, it's a modern casual restaurant serving craft meatballs, five-foot charcuterie platters, and house-made pasta, and it will open a location near Addison at 5225 B... Read More
Gonzaga University Names Dr. Katia Passerini as its Next President
D. Michael Reilly, Chair of the Gonzaga University Board of Trustees, today announced the selection of Katia Passerini, Ph.D., as the University’s next president, effective July 15, 2025. She will succeed Thayne M. McCulloh, D.Phil., who will step do... Read More
Former Oakville Resident Publishes ‘Tribute to His Father: Everything is Italian’
Marco Perugini, formerly of Oakville, has published the book, “A Tribute To My Father: Everything is Italian.” Mr. Perugini invites readers into a deeply personal memoir that captures the essence of his father, Salvatore Perugini, an Italian immigran... Read More
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by Umberto Mucci
