Historic match-up repeated at Seattle’s 2024 Windermere Cup
This year, the 2024 Windermere Cup Regatta, a popular Seattle tradition, brought together two rowing powerhouses – the University of Washington and the Italian National Team – to battle it out in a contest with historic roots. In 1936, during the Olympic Games in Berlin, the junior 8-man rowing team from the University of Washington vied against co...
Traveling Slow And Joyful In Umbria, Tuscany And Rome
I’ve spent many months in Italy over the years, absorbing its history and beauty. I have even written guidebooks about the Amalfi Coast and Rome. My husband and I decided to return to Italy’s quiet "green heart," the region of Umbria, a couple of hours drive from Rome. We hoped to recharge and do what Italians are known for: "dolce far niente' – th...
"The US has fallen in love with Spaghetti alla Nerano." The story and rise of the Campanian dish that's taking Miami by storm
If in 2023 the trending Italian dish abroad was 'cacio e pepe', things are now changing. Get ready for an invasion of Spaghetti alla Nerano. The dish originated in the 1950s at the trattoria Da Maria Grazia in Marina del Cantone, the beach of Nerano. A summer classic and a symbol of the cuisine of the Amalfi Coast, the dish is experiencing a renai...
7 Quirky Food Rules You Should Follow When You're In Italy
Shortly after I moved to Italy in 2009, a group of Italian friends quizzed me on how differently Americans eat compared with Italians. They wanted me to affirm how trashy U.S. food is and how we eat all our meals out of paper bags. But when I replied, “Well, you all have a lot more rules around eating than we do,” I was met with nodding heads. M...
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino at the 20th Richmond Folk Festival
September 27 – 29, 2024. The Italian Cultural Institute of Washington is glad to announce the participation of Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino to the 20th edition of the Richmond Folk Festival this fall in Richmond, VA. For more information please visit the event’s web page here. Formed by writer Rina Durante in 1975, Canzoniere Grecanico Salentin...
How the cult of Super Tuscans is evolving
“Personally, I love Super Tuscans,” says Marika Vida-Arnold, national fine wine brand ambassador for distributor Frederick Wildman & Sons. “I’m very old-school in my approach. I personally favor the icons and originators featuring international varieties, like Sassicaia. Super Tuscans single-handedly created a category and transformed the way peopl...
New Italian restaurant We Love Emilia to open next to Industrial Park in Clarksville, TN
The Industrial Park continues to grow with more businesses and industries, however, food options are limited for people wanting to stay away from Wilma Rudolph Boulevard during rush hour. That’s why Carlo Burzi, alongside his wife Jenny, decided to open a restaurant that not only alleviates drive time issues, but also introduces true-authentic Ital...
Maira Valley, what to see: 10 places to regenerate yourself
Among the Cottian Alps in Piedmont, lies a valley that is probably among the most fascinating in Italy: it is Valle Maira, which still retains its ancient history, giving visitors unparalleled landscapes, enchanted places and sometimes even shrouded in local legends. Perfect for those seeking both winter and summer trails, the Valley, which stretch...
A World War II Italian translator became an auxiliary bishop in Philadelphia
Louis DeSimone was born Feb. 21, 1922, in Philadelphia; His parents Anthony and Nicolina DeSimone were Italian immigrants. He was raised in Bridgeport, Pa., and graduated from what was then named Villanova College. His family was devoutly Catholic, and both he and his two brothers joined the priesthood. His father was a barber and would often give...
Parma in one day: the complete 24h itinerary
Elegant, noble and quiet, but with a genuine spirit; a city on a human scale, where the days flow slowly, cultural events never lack and the wine and food tradition is always present: in a nutshell, this is Parma. Located in the northwestern part of Emilia and not far from Lombardy, Parma is a must-see destination for those who wish to explore the...
Sorrento’s in Maple Park celebrating 50 years in business
A Maple Park steakhouse known for its Italian and American food is inviting the community to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Sorrento’s Restaurant, 50 W. 187 Route 64, Maple Park (IL), is hosting Sorrento’s Big Day on Aug. 22, and the public is invited. Promotions at the dining establishment will run throughout that week, and patrons are invited to...
The Magic of Aperitivo: How Drinking Like an Italian Can Enhance Your Well-Being
In Italy, time with family and friends isn’t reserved for special occasions. It is a daily priority, often cultivated through aperitivo. On the surface, aperitivo is a pre-dinner ritual centered around small bites and a sensible amount of booze. It’s a fabulous excuse to show off your cooking skills with unexpected stuzzichini and wine pairings, or...