Farewell Statement by Consul General Sergio Strozzi
In these four years of my tenure as Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, we worked to open and then consolidate Innovit - Italian Innovation and Culture Hub in San Francisco, to increase the awareness of US Company Leaders, Investors, Researchers regarding Italy’s amazing pool of Innovators and deep-tech assets, to strengthen the Italian Commu...
The biography of Joe Benvenuti, one of America's most successful Italian immigrants, will launch this summer
The biography of Hamilton, Ontario-born Joe Benvenuti, from his early beginnings through his rise to becoming Sacramento, California's own and one of America's most successful Italian immigrants, will launch this summer. The long-overdue story, written by first-time author and one of Benvenuti's grandsons, Deron R. Benvenuti, tells the stirring acc...
Venchi Bringing Beloved Italian Chocolate To Century City
Venchi, an Italian food company founded in 1878 by Silviano Venchi, is preparing to open a new location in Los Angeles at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd. The new storefront will be located on the ground floor of Westfield Century City, steps away from other chocolate shops, such as See’s Candies and Läderach, according to ToddRickAllen. Although Venchi al...
Sip Italian Wine Stories Among the Gardens
There’s something magical about combining great wine with beautiful surroundings, and the Wine Tasting and History evening at San Diego Botanic Garden delivers on both fronts. Certified Sommelier Dane Kuta is hosting an intimate experience that blends wine education with captivating storytelling, all set against the garden’s lush backdrop. This isn...
Consul General Sergio Strozzi reflects on his Bay Area chapter through diplomacy, community, and family
Consul General Sergio Strozzi‘s impactful tenure in San Francisco drew to a close, leaving behind a remarkable legacy defined by his dedication to building bridges. His time in the Bay Area was dedicated to creating connections, uniting communities, and strengthening the bonds between Italy and this part of the US. We sat with Consul Strozzi for a...
Legion of Honor Exhibit Highlights Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s Career
Calling someone an “icon” is often an overused sentiment. However, when it comes to the late multi-hyphenate Lawrence Ferlinghetti (1919-2021), the moniker is appropriate, especially in San Francisco, where he thrived artistically and socially since his arrival in 1951. With all of his accomplishments, perhaps he is least known as a visual artist....
Early construction begins on reimagined Little Italy food hall
As early construction begins, the vision for the reimagined Little Italy food hall is coming into focus just months after its abrupt closure. Tucked away in the European-inspired Piazza della Famiglia on Date Street–between India Street and Columbia Street–is a quiet corner. After it closed in February, the lively food hall that once occupied the...
A taste of Italy in San Francisco: unpacking the 2nd edition of Italfoods Specialty Food Show
On June 24th, San Francisco’s Fort Mason was transformed into a dynamic marketplace of Italian culinary delights for the 2nd Italfoods Specialty Food Show. Over 100 Italian food purveyors gathered to show their finest selection of specialty foods, offering attendees a unique opportunity to taste an array of amazing products and discover exclusive d...
Silicon Valley Italian Museum and Trade Hub is launched
We The Italians Ambassador, Charles Marsala, has launched a 4,950 square foot office dedicated to Italian Innovation and fostering Italian Trade. Marsala has been President of the American-Italian Federation of the Southeast since 2019 and is a former Mayor of Atherton CA. He holds regional positions in NIAF, the Italian Sons and Daughters of Ame...
Concorso Italiano announces 40th anniversary event schedule
Concorso Italiano has announced their 40th anniversary car event will take place Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Bayonet Black Horse, on California's scenic Monterey Peninsula. Held during the famed Monterey Car Week, the celebration of Italian cars and style will reunite owners, collectors, and enthusiasts for a day of camaraderie and stunning vehic...
N41 Studios launches in Los Angeles: a new film production company redefining the Italian American narrative
A new voice has emerged in the world of cinema: N41 Studios, an independent film production company founded in Los Angeles, is setting out to rewrite how Italian and Italian-American stories are told—boldly, truthfully, and far from cliché. Born from the collaboration between producers Emanuele Scamardella and Davide Ippolito, with the extraordinar...
Italian American League of Alameda Honors Four 2025 Scholarship Winners
The Italian American League of Alameda (IAL) hosted a special dinner on June 21 to honor the four winners of its 2025 scholarships. The winners were chosen by a committee of four IAL members—Lynn Perata, Amy Ratto, Deanie Donato, and Ray Milani—who evaluated applications submitted by families of IAL members. The winners were chosen on criteria incl...