Italia 10 destinations for Easter holidays in Italy in 2025
Holy Week in 2025 falls between April 14 and April 21. Easter Sunday will be on April 20, but according to tradition, the Holy Week rituals begin on Holy Thursday (April 17, 2025). Spending Easter in Italy in 2025 is a unique opportunity to witness some of the most fascinating religious celebrations of the Christian tradition. In many cases, entire...
Glass masters bring nature to life in new exhibit at Tacoma’s Museum of Glass
Even if creepy crawlers are not your thing, there is plenty to see and appreciate at Field Notes: Artists Observe Nature, a new exhibit at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma. The installation features 18 contemporary glass artists who have meticulously captured the delicate details, astonishing patterns, and vibrant colors of insects, birds and plants. ...
Fortunata’s Bakery Celebrates 10 Years of Baking Tradition and Community Spirit
Fortunata’s Bakery, a beloved local bakery in Milford (DE), marked a milestone on March 26 as it celebrated its 10th anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by the Milford Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Archie Campbell, and many loyal customers. Owned and operated by Ruth Clifton, Fortunata’s Bakery has become a cherished fixture in the com...
Italian design leadership in Europe: innovation, growth, and sustainability
Italian design remains a leader in Europe in terms of revenue (19.8% of the EU, 6.3 billion euros) and number of employees (19.8%). Italy stands out for its strong connection between design and the "Made in Italy" brand, with a significant presence in the furniture, fashion, and mechanics sectors. The integration of artificial intelligence in the s...
DiVincenzo: "It would be amazing to represent Italy"
Italy's efforts to get NBA guard Donte DiVincenzo into an Italia jersey might finally bear fruit as the Minnesota Timberwolves star admitted he would love to represent the country after a meeting with two of Italy's leading basketball figures. DiVincenzo met to have dinner with Italian head coach Gianmarco Pozzecco as well as the men's national tea...
Congress Bill Spotlight: Smithsonian Italian American Museum
The National Museum of Italian American History Commission Act would establish a commission to analyze whether a new Smithsonian museum about Italian Americans should be built in Washington, D.C. The bipartisan commission would comprise eight members, two each appointed by four people: the top Republican and Democratic leaders in both the Senate an...
Reform of Italian overseas voting: new rules under discussion to prevent fraud
The majority supporting the Italian government is working on reforming the electoral law, and among the topics under review is the vote of Italians living abroad. The main goal of this effort is to prevent fraud. Currently, Italian citizens residing abroad and registered on the specific electoral rolls vote by mail. To facilitate this, a special Ov...
Italian American Podcast Ep. 363 Charlie Romo, Italian American Idol: The Best is Yet To Come!
What if you could seamlessly blend the timeless charm of doo-wop and rock and roll with the vibrant traditions of Italian-American culture? Our special guest, Charlie Romo, takes us on a thrilling ride through the heart of these cherished worlds. Celebrating his 29th birthday with us, Charlie shares his stories of signing, balancing work and family...
From nothing, something: History Museum chronicles Italian immigrants in South Bend area
The history of Italian Americans in St. Joseph County reaches back to the early 1900s, when 27 people settled in the area for a new life and work. By the 1930s, that number had expanded to the thousands. Through May 4, the exhibit Traditions and Progress: Italian Americans in Northern Indiana at The History Museum tells these immigrants' and their...
The best moka pots for easy Italian-style coffee straight from your stovetop
I once read a line in my favorite Italian cookbook: 'At the bar, we drink espresso. At home, we make moka.' After traveling across Italy – from Florence to Naples – I discovered how true that is. Step into nearly any Italian kitchen, and you’ll find a moka pot perched on the stovetop, usually a trusty Bialetti, patiently waiting to brew the next cu...
Army Sergeant Mark Evangelista
The middle of five children, Mark Evangelista was born in Wheaton, Illinois, to Mark and Suzanne Logan Evangelista. His great-grandparents emigrated from the Abruzzo region. Evangelista grew up close to his large extended family. “We were always by family,” he says. “Sundays were either at our house, Grandma’s or my aunt’s house.” His aunt and gran...
Torani Unveils Whimsical “Flavor Factory” Pop-Up for Its 100th Anniversary
Global flavor company Torani will continue its 100th anniversary celebrations by welcoming visitors into a colorful and fantastical “Flavor Factory” pop-up experience April 11 through 13, 2025. This immersive imaginarium of flavor takes visitors through Torani’s rich history, where guests can explore a century of flavor, craft unique beverage conco...