Bulgari Relocates to Landmark Hastings Building in San Francisco
Bulgari has relocated to the historic 1908 Hastings building in San Francisco. "We're proud to bring a unique blend of artistry, tradition, and modern energy to the heart of this iconic city," Bulgari's North America president Hervé Perrot said in a statement. "San Francisco, with its rich history, vibrant culture, and global spirit, is the perfect...
Lazio Where can I see a Caravaggio in Rome? 9 spots itinerary
Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio, had an intense and passionate relationship with Rome, like his life and his works. The revolutionary power of Caravaggio's works has profoundly influenced all subsequent art and still today provokes a magnetic power in the spectator. The extraordinary use of light, the precision and refinement of details, t...
Ovidio's turns 45: The Paolilli family's recipe for generations of success
When Frank and Virginia Paolilli opened Ovidio’s Ristorante Italiano in Fresno on Dec. 29 1979, their shared passion for Italian cuisine began to resonate with local diners as profoundly as the work of the restaurant’s namesake, Roman poet Ovid. Forty-five years later, Ovidio’s Ristorante Italiano continues to thrive as one of Fresno’s most well-kn...
Festa Italiana Brings Music, Food, and the 104th Statuto Race to North Beach
Festa Italiana returns to San Francisco for a weekend of music, food, and family fun in the heart of North Beach. Held May 31 and June 1 on the 1600 block of Stockton Street, this free outdoor celebration is the city’s only traditional Italian street festival and a beloved community tradition. Visitors can enjoy live music from the Festa stage, cul...
Why This ‘Secret’ Italian Riviera City Should Be On Your Must-See List
The eastern coast of the Italian Riviera, beginning in Genoa and ending at the Tuscan border, ranks among the most famous seasides in the world, with wildly popular resorts like Portofino and Cinque Terre. While there are still uncrowded hamlets to explore, there’s also a remarkable, lesser-known Riviera city, Chiavari, that you should add to your...
Hunting for the Perfect Italian Cookies in Houston — Like My Mom and Grandma Made
It seems like my mom is always making cookies when we talk on the phone. Over a thousand miles away, I imagine the buttery first bite of her thumbprint cookies, with their signature chocolate center hugged by perfectly squishy dough. This past Christmas season, when she told me about all the types of cookies she was making, I felt a panic race to m...
Florence, reopens Villa La Quiete garden, Medici masterpiece and treasure trove of 18th-century botany
For the first time in its history, the historic Garden of Villa La Quiete opens its doors to the public. A secret place, a precious 18th-century treasure chest hidden in the greenery of the Castello district in Florence, the garden represents one of the most authentic testimonies of the Medici landscape, which has remained intact over the centuries...
Walla Walla and Cannara linked by sculpture of St. Francis
When a relationship reaches a milestone, it’s time to celebrate. That’s what happened a few months ago when Walla Walla and its sister city Cannara, a small town in central Umbria, celebrated 10 years of friendship with a gift that carries significant meaning. To recognize the signing of the pact of friendship, Cannara sent its sister city a scale...
Italy’s climate envoy seeks US partnership on nuclear and clean energy
Francesco Corvaro spent last week in Washington engaging US Department of Energy officials on nuclear fission and fusion, geothermal power and biofuels. He highlighted strong US interest in Italy’s high‑quality supply chain and warned that nuclear power is essential to meet growing electricity demand alongside renewables. “It was fruitful to engage...
Amerigo Vespucci Society Honors Deceased Members at Annual Memorial Mass
The Amerigo Vespucci Society (AVS) of Long Branch, New Jersey, held its annual memorial service this past Sunday, May 5, at Holy Trinity Church of Christ the King Parish, an Italian parish within the Diocese of Trenton. The solemn event, a tradition spanning decades, honors the deceased members of the historic fraternal organization. The Catholic M...
A race of devotion: Gubbio’s ancient Festa dei Ceri honors Saint Ubaldo
The Festa dei Ceri, or Saint Ubaldo Day, is a centuries-old tradition held annually on May 15 in the medieval town of Gubbio, in Umbria. The festivity honors Saint Ubaldo Baldassini, the town’s patron saint, who died in 1160. Central to the celebration is the Corsa dei Ceri, a unique procession during which three towering wooden structures, each to...
Tuscany’s renaissance cities: a night of art, history, and wine
The past few months, Convivio, has been honored to present a series of lectures on the history of Italy through the work of Dr. Joanne Ferraro, a notable historian, and Professor Emerita of History at San Diego State University. We are excited to announce the next installment of our Colloqui Discussion Series. On June 5, 2025, Convivio Society inv...
