Tourist in stunning Italian hotspot says 'don't come in August' as she basks in the sun
As most Brits plan their summer getaway, many would be surprised to know about an Italian seaside spot that’s been described as ideal for a January holiday. Popular Tiktok user italianlife shared a video during her travels in Sicily. In the clip, she is seen walking around a sunny spot with no coat on. In the video, she says: “Don’t underestimate I...
Taste of Italy: Culinary event strengthens global ties
The University of South Florida joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event attracted delegates from the Consulate General of Italy in Miami to the Tampa campus for the first time. “The event marked the beginning of a very fruitful...
Is Street Food an American trend?
Today, we Italians are led to believe that street food is a trend imported from America, where food trucks transformed into traveling kitchens or small carts selling hot dogs are a fundamental part of the U.S. dining scene, becoming a quintessential element of urban landscapes. In reality, eating pre-cooked food on the streets was the norm in Itali...
A Hoboken Story of Sinatra and the Man Who Knew Him
Hoboken, a city steeped in history and known for its vibrant culture, has another claim to fame: its connection to the legendary Frank Sinatra. While Sinatra's birthplace across the river might get all the glory, a new memoir by celebrity hairstylist Joseph Paris, Hairman of the Board, reveals fascinating ties between Ol' Blue Eyes and the Mile Squ...
Bialetti: A story of Italian craftsmanship and innovation
Founded in 1919 by Alfonso Bialetti in Crusinallo, a small town in Italy’s Piedmont region, Bialetti began as a workshop specializing in aluminum semi-finished products. Originally called Alfonso Bialetti & Co., the company laid the foundation for a brand that would become a global icon of Italian design and innovation. The company’s pivotal moment...
New York’s Luxe Coastal Italian Restaurant Marea Splashes Into Beverly Hills
One of the best Italian seafood restaurants in New York City, Marea, opened January 16, 2025, in a sleek Beverly Hills space along Camden Drive, where stalwarts Mr. Chow, Cipriani, and Gravitas already serve a well-heeled dining crowd. Marea first opened on Columbus Circle in May 2009, a jolt to the wallet amid the impacts of the 2008 financial cri...
Eataly celebrates 18 years, expanding into US airports
Eataly, the renowned Italian food market and dining concept, is celebrating its 18th anniversary and marking a major milestone in its global expansion. Known for offering an authentic Italian culinary experience, Eataly has opened new locations at major U.S. airports, bringing its iconic offerings to international travelers. This expansion signifie...
Italy and the US: strengthening NATO, global security, and economic ties
Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani held a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, discussing key global issues including NATO, the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and bilateral relations between Italy and the U.S. During the conversation, Tajani emphasized the importance of strengthening NATO a...
Trentini Americani: From Wallace to Seattle, the Community of the Northwest
Vincenzo Mancuso, documentary filmmaker of the Trentini community and friend of the Circolo, is releasing a new film: "Trentini Americani: From Wallace to Seattle, the Community of the Northwest". It will be broadcast this Thursday, January 30 th at 9 PM in Italy, noon Pacific Time, on Channel 12 of Trentino Digital TV and the HistoryLabLive page o...
Matthew “Dezy" DiStefano Way in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
We got another opportunity to remember our friend, Matt DiStefano, as the street across from Sachem North was renamed in his honor. Today marks five years since he passed, and the corner of Smith Road and Midland Boulevard in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY is now Matthew “Dezy" DiStefano Way. I had the honor to induct him into the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame,...
Palermo: Amore e Fontane at Columbus Citizens Foundation
Join us for an early Valentine's Day celebration with a screening of Palermo: Amore e Fontane, a love letter to the city of Palermo. The screening will begin At CCF (8 East 69th Street | New York, NY) at 6:30 pm on Saturday, February 8th and is preceded by a thirty minute cocktail reception. After the film's conclusion, a short Q and A with the dir...
Cousin Louie’s to serve Italian family recipes to Dripping Springs in February
Italian-American restaurant Cousin Louie's is slated to open Feb. 3 in the Belterra Village Shopping Center in Austin (TX), according to a news release. Cousin Louie’s will offer a taste of Tony and Louis Ciola’s family recipes. Louis Ciola, Tony Ciola’s cousin, is a third-generation chef and has curated the menu to feature his favorite family reci...