IT and US: Angelica Moresco. My Story
I’ve always loved golf, even when I didn’t realize it. I grew up in Caldogno, Italy, a little town near Vicenza and started playing the game with my parents at age 7. From the moment I hit that first shot, which I still vividly remember, I’ve tried to get better. I always tried to hit the ball farther. I always tried to hit the ball straighter. I w...
Italian wine: Campania, a land of ancient vines and modern wine excellence
Campania, in Southern Italy, is a region with one of the oldest winemaking heritages in the world. Its wine tradition stretches back thousands of years, beginning even before the Romans, and is deeply rooted in the land and culture. Today, this region is gaining increasing recognition for producing high-quality wines from both red and white grape v...
Italian historical trademarks: Balletto di Roma
The Balletto di Roma company was founded in 1960 through the artistic partnership of two icons of Italian dance, Franca Bartolomei and Walter Zappolini. Since its inception, the company has been dedicated to producing and promoting original Italian dance across Europe and around the world. Its repertoire today is rooted in tradition yet open to inn...
Italian economy: Risk is human. Between Italy and the US, new leadership to govern artificial intelligence
The encounter between Europe’s humanistic tradition and the pragmatic mindset of the United States has, over time, given rise to leadership models that combine vision with practicality, innovation with responsibility. Today, in the age of artificial intelligence, this convergence is not just beneficial—it’s essential. That may sound like a bold cla...
Italian traditions: The Calabrian tarantella, a living folk tradition
The tarantella calabrese, sometimes called tirantella or in the past u sonu, is a term that encompasses various traditional dance and music styles found throughout the Calabria region of southern Italy. While it shares a name with other southern Italian tarantellas, the Calabrian version is distinct—especially in its rhythm and performance style. U...
Italian cuisine: Maccheroni Pugliesi with Sundried Red Pesto and Burrata
Let’s face it, even the most avid cooks among us need some quick-fix recipes in the summertime. This artisan pasta dish which combines the flavors of Puglia and Liguria is one that I turn to all season long. In fact, we even put it on the menu at Divino Ristorante Enoteca in Washington, DC where I am currently acting as the brand ambassador. So wha...
Italian entertainment: Farewell to Pierino, the Italian harmless rebel in a school smock
Alvaro Vitali, one of the most recognizable faces of Italy’s “commedia sexy all’italiana” in the 1970s and ’80s, has died at the age of 75. Best known for his iconic portrayal of Pierino, the mischievous schoolboy character from a series of risqué comedies, Vitali appeared in over 150 films during his career. It’s incredibly hard to explain the Pie...
Italian curiosities: From Lucca to the world, the combustion engine
The spark that helped ignite the modern world came not from Detroit or Berlin, but from Lucca—a charming Tuscan city better known for its medieval walls than for its revolutionary inventions. In 1853, two Italian visionaries, Eugenio Barsanti and Felice Matteucci, patented what is now recognized as the first internal combustion engine. Though their...
ICA: Acquiring citizenship by residency via an Italian parent or grandparent
Following recent changes to the Italian Citizenship law that took effect on May 24, 2025, many individuals who now find themselves ineligible to apply for Italian citizenship by descent are looking for alternate routes of acquiring Italian citizenship. In fact, this new legislation allows those with Italian ancestry to the second degree (parent or...
Italy becomes a top destination for millionaire migration in 2025
In 2025, a record-breaking 142,000 millionaires are expected to relocate globally, with Italy projected to be the third most popular destination—welcoming around 3,600 wealthy individuals. The top spots go to the United Arab Emirates (9,800) and the United States (7,500), followed by Italy, which edges out Switzerland (3,000). This trend r...
Italians weigh in on overtourism, short-term rentals, and the future of travel
According to a recent study, more than half of Italians (52%) are familiar with the term "overtourism," and 56% view it as an increasingly pressing issue. Among different age groups, awareness is highest among younger generations: Gen Z leads with 57%, followed by Millennials at 55%, while Gen X and Boomers trail at 48%. Overtourism is see...
Coletta Zapata Hosting Inaugural Sagra del Sugo
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata is hosting the inaugural Sagra del Sugo: Pasta Showdown on Saturday, July 19 at 12 p.m. at the Paul Revere Mall. Attendees will be able to taste their way through the competition and cast their vote for People’s Choice, while a panel of four beloved North End Nonnas and Father Michael select the Best Tr...