Italians know how to do summer right. This photographer discovered their secret
Like many people, Lucy Laucht felt her life shift the first time she went to southern Italy. The photographer — originally from the UK but by then living in New York — had been to Milan once for work, but in 2016 she had what she calls her “first proper trip”: Capri and the Amalfi Coast. “I so clearly remember that first experience,” she says. “Lan...
Springfield Italian eatery will move to downtown Urbana
Eatly, a seasonal Springfield (OH) restaurant, will soon move to a larger location in downtown Urbana and open year-round. The restaurant, which has been open at 601 N. Fountain Ave. since 2021, will be “steps off the square” in Urbana. While it will continue serving its traditional Sicilian fare, owner Tom Thompson said he will add homestyle foods...
Errani and Paolini write Italian tennis history: first Olympic gold medal comes in women's doubles
Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini win the seventh gold medal of the Italian expedition to Paris 2024, the first ever in tennis. The Italians beat their opponents Andreeva/Shnaider in the final on a comeback, match tiebreak: 2-6 6-1 10-7. At 37 years and 97 days, Errani completes the doubles Career Grand Slam after winning every Grand Slam test, paire...
Lessons from the super-centenarians, witnesses of time
Sardinia is a land of centenarians. The unusual concentration of “great elders” inhabiting the island has drawn the attention of Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain – later joined by Dan Buettner – who in the 2000s introduced the concept of Blue Zones, areas where people live longer and healthier lives than in the rest of the world. Italy, a country with...
Dance maestra Nan Giordano
Indefatigable after 40 years at the helm of Giordano Dance Chicago, Nan Giordano continues to advance the legacy of her father, jazz-dance pioneer Gus Giordano. Nan Giordano says she’s blessed with a high level of energy — energy that enables her to dance, mentor dancers and produce performances, but also to run the business side of an arts organiz...
Leogra Valley, what to see: 10 places to discover
Between the Little Dolomites and Mount Pasubio, Val Leogra with its colors and ancient places is a valley positioned in the province of Vicenza, on the border with Trentino. Its main characteristic is a landscape that features hills and forests with historical-naturalistic routes, such as the Water Route and its scenic trail. The territory of the v...
Neighborhood gem marks 50 years of serving 'unapologetically old-school NJ Italian' food
Fifty years ago, Espo’s was a neighborhood Italian joint, tucked between modest homes a block from downtown Raritan Borough. Its dark, wood-paneled interior was lit by the roaring laughter of locals, who came in one, two, three times a week for red sauce dishes like stuffed shells, chicken cacciatore and stuffed peppers listed on a chalkboard menu....
Calabria leads the way with the Pelikan System for marine cleaning
In an exemplary move towards enhancing marine conservation, the Calabria region has implemented an innovative approach to maintaining the cleanliness of its coastal waters. This summer, for the second consecutive year, the region is deploying six Pelikan System vessels from the Ancona-based Garbage Group to clean the seas along its coastline. The i...
CIAO Italian Festival in Canastota, NY
Saturday, August 10, 2024. 11:00 am - 6:00 pm. North Canal Street, Canastota, New York, 13032. The Canastota Italian Ancestry Organization (CIAO) will be hosting an Italian American Festival on North Canal Street in the Village of Canastota on Saturday, August 10, 2024. The festival will kick off next to the historic Erie Canal at 11:00 am and will...
The Best Cinque Terre Tours for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Situated just north of Pisa along Italy’s rugged coast, Cinque Terre (designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is made up of five picturesque towns marked by layers of colorful buildings that cascade down towards the seafront harbors. Because the towns are linked by scenic trails that offer panoramic views and intimate encounters with local flor...
Aperol Spritz takes the U.S. by storm: here's why It's the favourite cocktail
Americans love the Italian taste, at least when it comes to cocktails. Among the most appreciated mixology drinks, leading the rankings is one of the aperitivo greats: the Aperol Spritz. Margarita and Old Fashioned hold the second and third spots respectively in the most consumed cocktails across the United States. The Drinks Business reported on a...
Melpignano, the gem in Salento capital of magical Notte della Taranta
A trip to South Italy is one of those experiences so enriching and engaging that every traveler should try at least once in a lifetime. And if you have never experienced it (yet), well, maybe it's time to think about your next adventure. Today we want to bring you discovering an extraordinary place, where to touch by hand the authentic essence of t...