The Russo brothers get deeply personal in their big-budget indie 'Cherry'
The eldest brother refers to theirs as a "traditional Italian American upbringing" in Cleveland. Extended family members, he says, were "always forming businesses together and running them together ... sort of the immigrant-family kind of dynamic." So, of course, when Anthony Russo and his younger brother, Joe Russo, decided to become filmmakers, t...
Nittolo’s Pizza Has Grand Opening in Lake Leelanau
Eric Nittolo has lived in Northern Michigan for much of his life. Now, he’s setting out to open his own restaurant in Lake Leelanau, Nittolo’s Pizza, to celebrate good company and good food. “My son Dominic is spear heading it and my whole family is just going to be involved in the summer,” said Nittolo He says for their grand opening on Saturday,...
Discover the scientific health benefits of the Mediterranean diet | Webinar: March 5, 2021 | 11 AM CT
The Italian American Chamber of Commerce presents the new True Italian Taste Webinar “Scientific health benefits of the Mediterranean diet”, in collaboration with Assocamerestero and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The event will analyze from a scientific point of view the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and the IG...
Chicago’s Italian Style Beef Sandwich
Chicago Style Italian beef sandwich is an Italian American recipe that originated in Chicago in the 1930’s. It is classic Chicago Street food, composed of beef simmered in an au jus. The beef is put on crusty bread, dipped in the broth and topped with roasted sweet peppers and giardiniera (Italian style pickled vegetables). This sandwich has become...
75 years strong: The Glorioso's legacy in Milwaukee
2021 marks a milestone for Glorioso’s Italian Market, 1011 E. Brady St., which has officially been a Milwaukee staple for 75 years. In celebration of their semi-sesquicentennial – and to thank the community for their years of support – the East Side grocer has planned a year-long series of events and promotions, which will kick off with a celebrat...
New Italian eatery Prairie Street Pasta pops up in former Charred 51 location
Galesburg’s newest restaurant Prairie Street Pasta opened for the first time Monday, although they had to cut their day shorter than expected due to weather conditions. Co-owners Renae and Daniel Earnhart say it may have been a blessing in disguise however. “Most of the time when you have a grand opening, you always get slammed,” Daniel said. With...
“Favorite People” Dinner at Loveland’s Rodi Italian is a hit!
Could Downtown Loveland get any better? One local restaurant has proven that it definitely can and all it took was a little bit of authentic Italian cuisine! On Friday, February 5th Rodi Italian, located at 115 Karl Brown Way in the Downtown Historic District of Loveland, hosted a “Favorite People” dinner, in which yours truly was invited, where ow...
Enzo’s Pizza, beef roll and all, plans Villa Park opening in March
Less than two weeks after closing because its lease was not renewed, a La Grange area restaurant that saw its business boom during the coronavirus pandemic has found a new home.Enzo’s Pizza, 5396 S. La Grange Road in Countryside, right near the La Grange border, became an area favorite after people started raving about its Italian beef roll on soci...
Pandemic can’t stop celebration of Calabria Imports’ 45th
Since 1975, Calabria Imports has been a staple of Italian food for communities throughout the area. This family-owned Italian market and deli has focused on quality ingredients and affordable prices, and in a community known as a haven for the South Side Irish, Calabria Imports has established itself as a haven for anyone who loves Italian food. Mo...
Columbus-based Piada partners with LeBron James Family Foundation
Piada Italian Streetfood, a Columbus-based company, has partnered with the LeBron James Family Foundation to launch Piada Gives, an opt-in donation program. Guests who opt-in to the program via the new Piada app will automatically donate 1% of every purchase to a charity or non-profit making an impact. “Service is at the heart of what we do at Piad...
Josefina will open in former Bellecour space in Wayzata
After opening several acclaimed restaurants in Minneapolis, Daniel del Prado will bring his culinary talents to Wayzata. The restaurateur and chef behind Colita, Martina and Rosalia Pizza (and formerly Bar La Grassa and Burch Steak and Pizza Bar) is prepping his latest restaurant, Josefina, at 739 Lake St. E. in downtown Wayzata. The space was mos...
Portillo's to open its Sterling Heights location in March
Fast-casual Portillo's will open its Chicago-style hot dog joint on Hall Road in mid-March, the Chicago-based company announced this week. Construction crews are hard at work on the 7,900-square-foot building at 14425 Lakeside Circle in Sterling Heights. The site was formerly occupied by Andiamo Italian Bistro, which was demolished. Opening day for...