This New Italian Sandwich Shop Will Keep You Coming Back After One Bite
We have so many Italian Americans here in Western New York, you probably either are one, or you’re related to one. Weirdly, the omnipresence of Italian Americans doesn’t translate into a ton of variety when it comes to Italian restaurants. That changed slightly a few months ago when daNando – The Italian Culetto opened in the Clarence Mall. The new...
7 breathtaking viewpoints on the Amalfi Coast you won’t want to miss
The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most enchanting destinations – and it’s renowned the world over. This rugged stretch of coastline is dotted with charming villages, hidden coves, top-notch restaurants and high-end hotels. But of course, it’s the breathtaking scenery that truly steals the show. So, where can you find the best viewpoints along the ...
Lucchesi to honor Petrucci, Springer
The Lucchesi nel Mondo Association will honor Antonio Petrucci and Evelina Giannoni Springer as Man and Woman of the Year on June 14 at the Mazzini Verdi Club in Franklin Park. Lilia Leonardi Juarez will serve as master of ceremonies, Paul Ciminello will sing the national anthems, and Francesco Marino will provide music and entertainment. To make r...
Tuscany leads effort to recognize the Italian Via Francigena as UNESCO intangible heritage
The Tuscany Region is leading the effort to have the Italian section of the Via Francigena recognized by UNESCO, with the aim of designating the historic pilgrimage route that has connected Canterbury to Rome since the Middle Ages as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. The Via Francigena is the oldest and most significant medieval route li...
Important rulings from Italy’s Constitutional Court on civil rights
The Italian Constitutional Court issued two very important rulings for our country. The historically most important role of the Italian Constitutional Court - which is a body similar to, but not the same as, the Supreme Court in the US - is to rule on the constitutionality of laws and acts having the force of law issued by the State and Regions. Th...
Italian-language music now part of the ‘$100M+ club’ on Spotify
Spotify’s Loud & Clear initiative, which reveals data about stream counts and royalty payouts on the platform, has unveiled 2024 data for Italy. Royalties generated by Italian artists on Spotify jumped 20% year-on-year in 2024, to nearly EUR €150 million, or around USD $162 million at the average exchange rate for last year. Italian-language music...
Colonial Italian American Organization to Host Meatball Cook-off
The Colonial Italian American Organization — CIAO — of Williamsburg will be hosting a meatball cook-off at Frothy Moon on May 31. CIAO was established in 1988 and initially was set up as a heritage organization for people of Italian origin, be it through family or marriage. Over time, the organization has opened up to anyone interested in anything...
The race to Sicily begins as United's latest inaugural flight lands in Italy
Ciao, Sicily. United Airlines just touched down on one of the most popular Italian islands. Flight 735 departed from United's Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) hub and landed at Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) as the airline's first-ever nonstop flight to Sicily. The 4,463-mile route, operated by a Boeing 767-400ER, is part of Uni...
Rosolini Announces Their Opening Date in Edgewater, NJ
Rosolini is set to open at The Promenade at City Place in Edgewater, with a grand opening scheduled for Wednesday, May 28th. The restaurant will be led by Chef Marino Rosato, an Italy-trained chef whose 35-year culinary career spans fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and major events across the U.S. and Europe. His resume includes work at venu...
Ambassador Zappia receives Gei tribute in NY at end of US mission
The Ambassador of Italy to the US, Mariangela Zappia, received a tribute from Gei (Gruppo Esponenti Italiani) in New York at the end of her term in Washington and her diplomatic career. The ambassador, the first woman to represent Italy in the US capital, held the post of permanent representative to the UN from 2018 to 2021, again becoming the firs...
Herrin Festa Italiana kicks off 35th year
Herrin Festa Italiana kicked off on Thursday, May 22 as the unofficial gateway to summer, according to festival leaders. The festival promises free live entertainment, plenty of food and fun for the whole family. Crews spent the entire day making final preparations for everyone expected to arrive in Herrin (Illinois) this Memorial Day weekend. The...
Farm stays in Campania: 12 places to eat well and relax in nature
To fully enjoy the richness of a varied region that has so much to offer in terms of nature, scenery, food, outdoor sports and excursions, a farm stay is the perfect option for a truly relaxing holiday. Suitable for all types of travellers—from families with children to lovers of outdoor activities and those simply looking to unplug—Campania offers...
