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We the Italians Editorial Staff

The editorial staff of We the Italians magazine is composed of young students and professionals who share Italian citizenship, of which they are proud, and a passion for the United States. Two Flags, Many Hearts.

On March 25th 2025, exactly 80 years after the first staging of Eduardo’s comedy at the Neapolitan San Carlo theater, the film will be screened, with the De Filippo family attending the event: it will be the beginning of the celebrations to mark the 2500th anniversary of the founding of the city of Naples. The program, organized by the committee se...

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The Palazzo Te Foundation is preparing to celebrate the 500th anniversary of a place of wonder, born from the genius of Giulio Romano and the rise of Federico II Gonzaga—two young men at the beginning of the 16th century who were able to embody both the glory of the past and a great future. They did so by imagining and creating Palazzo Te, to tell...

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For millions of years, the karst underground of Puglia has undergone continuous and constant changes, giving rise over time to true natural monuments admired by both local and international tourists. In Castellana, the relentless flow of waters from an underground river, now dry, and their inevitable erosive action, have created a series of paths,...

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Calabrian Capocollo DOP is a salted and aged cured meat product, made from the upper loin of pigs belonging to traditional large-sized breeds such as the Calabrese, Large White, and Italian Landrace, all raised in Calabria. The production area of Calabrian Capocollo DOP covers the entire Calabria region. The pigs used for production must be born in...

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Hills and forests, meadows and fields, Umbria “green heart of Italy.” This is all true, but there is much more! The gentle hills are gradually replaced by mountainous conformations such as Mount Subasio, Mount Cucco with its caves, Mount Tezio, the Martani Mountains and the Sibillini Mountains chain. Thinking of the Sibillini Mountains National Par...

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Two 17-year-old Neapolitan teenagers, Matteo Morvillo e Amedeo Valestra, have developed a groundbreaking app called Cucinalo (Cook It), designed to combat food waste by helping users make the most of what they already have in their kitchens. The app, which reads the leftovers in your fridge, suggests recipes based on available ingredients, and give...

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In the Aosta Valley, the art of woodworking has deep roots, dating back to the region's ancient traditions. The practice of working with wood here is not just a job—it's a vital part of the local heritage and identity. This craft, passed down through generations, plays a key role in maintaining the cultural and economic fabric of the valley. The re...

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Puglia, located in the heel of Italy’s boot, is known for its rich agricultural heritage and vibrant wine culture. The region’s warm climate, fertile soil, and proximity to the Adriatic and Ionian Seas create the perfect conditions for growing a variety of exceptional grape varieties. Puglia is often celebrated for producing bold, full-bodied wines...

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Let’s take a look back at Italy’s journey at the world’s most prestigious film event. From legendary directors like Benigni, Fellini, De Sica, and Sorrentino walking up to collect their trophies, to the country’s long-standing tradition of excellence in cinema, Italy has firmly cemented its place in Hollywood history. With a total of 14 Oscar statu...

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Agnello di Sardegna IGP, or Sardinian Lamb, is a prestigious meat product known for its exceptional taste and high quality, which is safeguarded by its IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) certification. This label, granted by the European Union, ensures that the lamb is raised, processed, and prepared following strict guidelines that preserve bot...

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The Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano (FAI) gathered hundreds of volunteers at Teatro alla Scala in Milan - the city where FAI was founded and operates - to celebrate its 50th anniversary since its establishment in 1975. Rather than just a retrospective celebration, the event was an opportunity to express gratitude to the volunteers, members, donors, s...

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The Piceno is a strip of central Italy, bordered by the Apennines to the west and the Adriatic Sea to the east. The Piceno territory once encompassed what is now the Marche region and the northern part of Abruzzo. The area takes its name from the Piceni or Picenti, an ancient Italic people who lived there from the 9th to the 3rd century BC. The Pic...

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