Mariska Hargitay Went ‘Full Olivia Benson’ When She Met Her Italian Biological Father
Olivia Benson isn’t the only one who can uncover family secrets. Law and Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay reveals in her new documentary, My Mom Jayne, that Hungarian actor and bodybuilder Mickey Hargitay is not her biological father. Hargitay’s mother, the iconic Hollywood actress Jayne Mansfield, briefly separated from Mickey from 1963–64, during...
Is Netflix planning a ‘Nonnas’ sequel?
Joe Scaravella, the founder of Enoteca Maria in St. George, recently shared that there are plans to produce a sequel to “Nonnas,” the film on his beloved Italian restaurant.Scaravella said there are “plans” to make a sequel titled “Nonnas of the World,” according to the report. Scaravella added that he has also begun developing his own idea for a t...
Italian American Podcast Ep. 369 #1 Movie on Netflix: Nonnas! Brenda Vaccaro and the Making of a Modern Classic!
Ever wondered how a $20 bill could symbolize a life changing moment or how the warmth of Italian family life contrasts with its perceived patriarchal structure? We’re diving into all this and more with an incredible panel discussing “Nonnas,” a film now on Netflix that beautifully captures Italian American culture. Broadcasting from the vibrant Red...
Inside the Life of an Italian American Health Coach
Growing up Italian American, wellness was never just about what was on the plate. It was about connection, tradition, and taking time to really savor life. As a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach today, those roots influence everything I do: from how I work with clients, to the way I think about thriving, not just surviving. Behind...
Italian Producer Andrea Iervolino, “Hollywood Envoy” Mel Gibson Unveil Italy-U.S. Film Treaty Proposal
Italian producer Andrea Iervolino (Modì, Three Days on the Wing of Madness) unveiled a proposal for a U.S.–Italy co-production treaty on Tuesday that they said was agreed with Mel Gibson, President Trump‘s “special ambassador” to Hollywood, and is designed to “serve as a ‘pilot project’ for the development of similar treaties between the USA and al...
Native Americans & Italian Americans Join Forces at Next Solidarity Session - Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture
The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), and The Native American Guardian’s Association (“NAGA”), announce the next collaborative session bringing Native American, Italian American and other communities together to oppose the pervasive threat of cancel culture. These “Solidarity Sessions – Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture” foster...
Campari America Enters the Non-Alc Category Introducing Crodino: The Perfect Non-Alcoholic Spritz, Now Available in the U.S.
Campari America, the pioneer behind the Spritz movement in the U.S., is proud to announce the U.S. market debut of Crodino, an iconic non-alcoholic beverage and ritual beloved in Italy since 1965. Just in time for summer, Crodino brings an unmistakably bittersweet, bubbly flavor to select U.S. markets – a sophisticated and flavorful option for thos...
Nonnas soundtrack: A list of every song in the Netflix movie
Stephen Chbosky directed the Netflix movie Nonnas. Joe, played by Vince Vaughn, is at the centre of the movie. He opens a restaurant called Enoteca Maria where only grandmothers cook. The movie explores the themes of family, loss, and culture, with ideas drawn from Vaughn's own life. It takes place in a neighborhood rich in Italian heritage, and th...
Lidia's The Art of Pasta: An Italian Cookbook
No one knows pasta like Lidia Bastianich. Through her bestselling cookbooks and award-winning television programs, she has introduced generations of home cooks to the wonders of Italy’s greatest export. Now, for the first time, she has compiled her decades of expertise into one authoritative volume: the definitive book on pasta. An utterly indispen...
Ferrero Targets the Heart of the U.S.: Peanut Nutella, Square Rocher, and Spicy Tic Tac
Nutella changes its recipe, Ferrero Rocher turns into squares, and Tic Tac gets a Dr. Pepper flavor. Ferrero North America has decided to step up its game: it aims to fully conquer the U.S. market with a wave of new offerings tailored specifically for American consumers. This is confirmed by the list of products the company will present at the upco...
NIAF Announces Italian Business Leader John Elkann to Receive Special Achievement Award
The National Italian American Foundation is pleased to announce that John Elkann, Chief Executive Officer of Exor N.V., Chairman of Ferrari N.V., and Chairman of Stellantis N.V. will be honored at NIAF's 50th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Elkann joins world-renowned tenor maestro Andrea Bocelli, who was previously announced as the...
Minister Tajani signs decree exempting US, G7, and NATO citizens from fingerprint requirement for certain national visas
Since January this year, Italy has extended the requirement to collect biometric data to include long-stay visa applications, in line with efforts to strengthen both its migration system and the security of Italy and the Schengen area. However, this requirement is not intended to place a burden on allied countries – particularly G7 members – or on...