Six bizarre health tips Italian grans swear by
Every culture around the world has its own unique knowledge systems developed by different communities over the centuries. Given the patchwork nature of its history, Italy is awash with traditional remedies, many of which are still thought to work. But why are these beliefs so popular? Are Italians more suspicious of conventional medicine?&nb...
9 Fresh Uses For ‘Broccoli Rabe,’ An Italian Superstar
Summer has yet to deliver its full range of vegetables, but one stalwart crop that keeps on giving is Brassica rapa (from rapum, Latin for "turnip"). Brimming with flavor, this vegetable is known variously in its native Italy as cime di rapa ("turnip tops"), broccoletti di rape or just rape (pronounced räp'-eh), rapi, rappini, friarielli, vrucculi...
Mediterranean plant ‘kills brain tumour cells
A Mediterranean plant belonging to the citrus family has been found to kill the malignant cells of the most common and incurable form of brain tumours, researchers of the Naples Second University (SUN) say. The pre-clinical study showed that a liquid extract of the plant Ruta graveolens can kill aggressive glioblastoma brain tumour malignant cells...
Top 5 Wines for Italian Fish Recipes
by Chiara Giovoni Ok, 21 June has passed, it is officially summer and the "Mediterranean diet" requires a shift towards fish recipes. If you have access to a sea-view terrace, so much the better. If, however, you are not skilled cooks and you have decided that your salvation for the holidays will be dining in a typical restaurant on your d...
Diving into the world of Italian wines with Ciro Pirone
by Jennifer Martin This month I interviewed local Italian wine expert, Ciro Pirone. I met Pirone when I recently took the Italian Wine Specialist certification course through the North American Sommelier Association. He happened to be the coordinator of the course, and I immediately gravitate to folks that not only have a love for Italy, b...
Italian American Cultural Club planning 90th anniversary celebration for Oct. 11
'Celebrate America' was the theme of the Italian American Cultural Club's July 13 dinner and business meeting held at St. Florian Hall in Wintersville where discussion was held on the club's upcoming 90th anniversary celebration set for Oct. 11 at St. Florian Hall, beginning at 3 p.m. Cost of the event will be $25 for members and $30 for g...
Five must-try Italian restaurants and dishes in the High Desert
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise: Italian food doesn't end at pizza and spaghetti in the High Desert.The selection of locations here may not be as expansive as larger urban or suburban communities, but ask most local residents about Italian food, and whether it's a slice of Sicilian pie or a plate of delicate ravioli tossed in a cream sauce,...
Mario Lanza Society Fall Luncheon
September 12 (Saturday) 1:00 pm - Mario Lanza Society Fall LuncheonCelebrate the great voice and career of Mario Lanza with good food, music and those interested in the beloved tenor. Activities include updates by Bill Ronanye, Society President, a live performance by an upcoming young opera singer, highlights from Mario Lanza's performances a...
Ravioli Tournament and Fundraiser at Henry's High Life
Our BIG fundraiser and Ravioli Tournament at Henry's World Famous Hi-LIfe is next Sunday!!! This is one of our big events for the year and is a can't miss event! Our Ravioli Judges are set to decide whose Ravioli is best. Thanks you to famous Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito, Rich Firato from the Downtown Icon (Firato Ravioli), Linda (Bozzo) Za...
Bronx Columbus Parade selects labor leader Mario Cilento as grand marshal
By Patrick Rocchio A labor leader who grew up in Morris Park has been selected as the grand marshal for the 2015 Bronx Columbus Day Parade. Mario Cilento, president of the New York State AFL-CIO, was selected as the grand marshal of the parade, which will make its way on Morris Park Avenue from White Plains Road to Williamsbridge...
There’s an underwater vegetable garden off the coast of Italy
by Claudia Baroncelli Sustainability is the key word of the challenging project, called Nemo's Garden, promoted and carried out byMastel Safety, an Italian company operating in the underwater field that created a submerged greenhouse in Noli (Savona) where they cultivate all types of vegetables: from basil and courgettes to salad and radis...
New Book: Italian Fishing Families of Monterey
The Italian Heritage Society of the Monterey Peninsula recently released their new book "Italian Fishing Families of Monterey", a work that is written by fishermen, their families and friends. The purpose of the 302-page book is to preserve the history of the Italian fishing community of Monterey. Impressively, the Italian Heritage Society has co...