Native Americans & Italian Americans Join Forces at Next Solidarity Session - Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture
The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), and The Native American Guardian’s Association (“NAGA”), announce the next collaborative session bringing Native American, Italian American and other communities together to oppose the pervasive threat of cancel culture. These “Solidarity Sessions – Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture” foster...
Campari America Enters the Non-Alc Category Introducing Crodino: The Perfect Non-Alcoholic Spritz, Now Available in the U.S.
Campari America, the pioneer behind the Spritz movement in the U.S., is proud to announce the U.S. market debut of Crodino, an iconic non-alcoholic beverage and ritual beloved in Italy since 1965. Just in time for summer, Crodino brings an unmistakably bittersweet, bubbly flavor to select U.S. markets – a sophisticated and flavorful option for thos...
Martin Scorsese to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Italy’s Taormina Film Festival
Martin Scorsese will be honored with a lifetime achievement award by Italy’s Taormina Film Festival, marking the director’s return to Sicily, where he has family roots and where he has announced plans to shoot an ancient shipwreck documentary. The Sicilian cinema event, being headed once again by marketing guru Tiziana Rocca, will host a screening...
Now that’s Italian! Two Macomb County chefs come together for the Anton Art Center
The Anton Art Center has showcased the work of many talented artists but not many are as delicious as the masterpieces chefs Mauro Querio and Alex Lozovoj plan to create for “A Taste of Italy.” The gala foodie fundraiser to benefit the Art Center starts at 6 p.m. May 22 at the Italian American Cultural Society in Clinton Township. “What makes this...
Exhibition “Underwords. The illustration art of Serena Riglietti, from classic children’s books to Harry Potter”
From May 20 2025 To July 18 2025. IIC Miami, 209 Altara Ave., Coral Gables, Miami, FL. The anthological exhibition Underwords presents a wide selection of more than 60 original illustrations by Serena Riglietti, showcasing her visual interpretation of classics such as The Wizard of Oz, The Little Mermaid and The Nutcracker, as well as texts such as...
America’s pope poised to boost Rome’s economy
Early projections following the Conclave suggest that the first American Pope could become a major economic driver for Rome. Tourism—a critical pillar of the Eternal City’s economy—could see its GDP contribution rise by as much as 6%, according to the hospitality sector. Pope Leo XIV is expected to be a major draw for U.S. travelers planning a Euro...
A Roman-Inspired Dinner Series Is Taking Over This Popular Italian Spot In Back Bay
Visit eight of Italy’s most iconic destinations, starting with Rome, at this new, inspired dinner series. The program just launched in all Eataly locations across North America, transporting a taste of Italy’s most iconic food regions across the Atlantic. The series kicks off in one of Italy’s most heralded foodie cities, Rome, in the region of Laz...
House passes bill to rename parts of Paterson Great Falls after late Bill Pascrell, Jr.
The House of Representatives passed legislation on May 13 to rename two sites at Paterson Great Falls National Park in honor of late Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr., Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. announced. The two locations would be Bill Pascrell, Jr. Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and Bill Pascrell, Jr. Overlook Park. The bill now moves to the Senate for...
Nonnas soundtrack: A list of every song in the Netflix movie
Stephen Chbosky directed the Netflix movie Nonnas. Joe, played by Vince Vaughn, is at the centre of the movie. He opens a restaurant called Enoteca Maria where only grandmothers cook. The movie explores the themes of family, loss, and culture, with ideas drawn from Vaughn's own life. It takes place in a neighborhood rich in Italian heritage, and th...
We the Italians: the Interviews. John Calvelli
May 2025 Happy 50th anniversary to the NIAF and welcome to John Calvelli, its new Chairman of the Board
John Calvelli (Chairman of the Board of NIAF)
NIAF (National Italian American Foundation) is the most important organization representing the Italian American community, and this year it celebrates its 50th anniversary. 2025 is also a year of change for its Chairman of the Board, and since last April, this crucial role has been held by one of the best people I know: John Calvelli. John is an e...
Salento like a local: 10+1 unmissable things to do
Salento is one of the most fascinating destinations in Puglia, a corner of paradise stretching to the heel of the boot of Italy, where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas meet. Known for its breathtaking coastline, ancient traditions and cuisine that mixes the flavours of the land and sea, Salento is not just a tourist destination, but a place to experien...