IAMLA's Taste of Italy returns to Downtown Los Angeles
Taste of Italy, Southern California’s Premiere Italian Food and Wine Event, returns to downtown Los Angeles on September 23rd. The event offers the best in food, wine, music and Italian culture and benefitts the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles with is a 501(c) 3 charitable organizationThis year’s event will feature celebrity guest host, Mari...
Sogno Toscano Is Ready To Open Its First West Coast Cafe and Marketplace
On Thursday, July 27th, Italian delicacy distributor Sogno Toscano is set to make its West Coast debut as it opens the doors to its boutique high-end cafe and marketplace in Santa Monica on Montana Avenue. Founded in 2007 by childhood best friends Pietro Brembilla and Brian Persico, Sogno Toscano has a fascinating origin story. Hailing from a tiny...
Sneak Peek at New Cavalletta
We’ve been waiting for months to spill the beans on an exciting new restaurant that’s about to open in Aptos. Cavalletta is the second restaurant for chef Nick Sherman, who also owns Trestles in Capitola. It will serve California-style seasonal Italian cuisine and wood-fired pizzas in the building that used to be Malik Williams on Soquel Drive. She...
Film Culture in Bologna: Italian Studies + Film and Media Arts
Once again, the Ferrucci Institute for Italian Experience and Research (Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences) and the Film and Media Studies program (Dodge College of Film and Media Arts) joined efforts in the realization of a truly unique study abroad course in Bologna, Italy. Under the guidance of Dr. Emily Carman and Dr. Fe...
Titans Study Nutrition Abroad in Italy
Twenty-six CSUF students and two public health faculty experienced nutrition and wellness in South Italy this past June. As part of their enrollment in the summer course, PUBH 350 (Nutrition), they ventured to Naples Italy to begin a two-week study abroad program that included ferry and bus rides to Ischia, Capri, Mount Vesuvius, and various spots...
Italian Heritage Night - Giants at Angels-08/09/23
Wednesday, Aug 9, 6:38 PM. Angel Stadium 2000 E Gene Autry Way Anaheim, California. Come enjoy a night out at Angel Stadium as we celebrate Italian Heritage Night! Great seating is available at a discounted rate in several areas including the Field Level and Club Level! The Italian community will receive special recognition during the game. Right...
Italian Family Festa 2023: History Park, San Jose
Saturday, Aug 5, 2023 at 11:00 AM - History Park, 1650 Senter Road, San Jose, CA. "Join us for authentic Italian food, drink and entertainment! "Come hungry... featured foods include pizza, spaghetti and meatballs and cannoli. "There is also wine tasting, grape stomping and pizza tossing! "There are so many savory and sweet options to satisfy every...
Ciccio Reopens in Napa Valley Under Meadowood Chef
After opening in Yountville in 2012, Ciccio became a favorite among Napa Valley locals and visitors as a convivial gathering place for comforting Italian food and great Negronis. But, like many other restaurants, the beloved spot struggled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and eventually shuttered in 2022. It sat empty for nearly 18 months before chef C...
Living in Little Italy Downtown San Diego ❤️
Nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego, Little Italy has emerged as one of the city's most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. Steeped in rich history and offering a unique lifestyle, this thriving community has become a top choice for buyers in today's Downtown San Diego condo market. With its roots tracing back to the late 19th century, L...
Chris Bianco Is Now Slinging Focaccia Sandwiches and Pizza Slices at the Row
Celebrated pizza chef Chris Bianco’s budding Los Angeles expansion looks more complete with Pane Bianco, a standalone New York-style slice and sandwich spot, which opened on June 13 just steps away from his Pizzeria Bianco in Downtown’s Row. Bianco’s first foray into LA back in 2017 was a little confusing, to say the least, with no official pizza s...
‘Bravo - Celebrating San Francisco Opera, Its Italian Roots and Legacy’ at Museo Italo Americano
The story of the Italian American community in the founding of the San Francisco Opera is front and center in “Bravo — Celebrating San Francisco Opera, Its Italian Roots and Legacy” at the Museo Italo Americano at Fort Mason. As the company celebrates its 2022-2023 centennial season, the life and career of Neapolitan conductor Gaetano Merola, the...
Little Italy Mercato nominated for best farmers market in US
San Diego is known for its farmer markets, but one stood out in the eyes of one travel website. Little Italy Mercato was nominated as one of the ten best farmers markets in the country. “USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards are renowned for recognizing exceptional establishments and attractions across the United States, and the nomination of L...