Next Stop: Navy Pier! VIA Scholarships Pave the Way for Future Italian Wine Ambassadors
In a significant announcement, Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI) and the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) have awarded two prestigious scholarships to deserving wine professionals, empowering them to attend the 33rd edition of the Vinitaly International Academy (VIA) Italian Wine Ambassador certification course. Scholarships have been aw...
Tasting History Through A Local Culinary Tour Of Palermo, Italy
We scheduled a culinary tour of Palermo for one of the first days after our arrival in Sicily. Avid food enthusiasts, we were eager to learn about the city’s famous street foods and decadent desserts. We also knew a culinary tour could serve as an introduction to the city’s history and culture. So we booked a full-day (5.5 hours) private tour of th...
Studio 2 Extra: The Italian Market’s history and future
The Italian Market has been around for over 100 years. It’s vibrant, it’s old-school, there’s tons to buy and eat, and it’s thanks to generations of immigrants from all over the world. They’ve kept it alive even through turnover and modern grocery stores entering the neighborhood. Today, a public art project hopes to document all of the history an...
Here’s how a Prince and a Cook invented Spaghetti alla Nerano
There is a seaside trattoria in Marina del Cantone, the beach of Nerano (in Campania), built under the auspices of the 17th-century chapel of Saint Anthony of Padua, with which it shares its walls. Towards the end of the 19th century, that small strip of pebbled beach served as a landing point and a place of rest for fishermen who docked their boat...
Exploring Italy’s regional flavors through Marcella Hazan’s kitchen
The first time Marcella Hazan cooked a full Italian meal, she did it in Forest Hills, Queens. Hazan moved to New York with Victor, her Italian-born American husband, in 1955. She knew no English, but she taught herself the language by watching TV—especially Brooklyn Dodgers games—in their Queens apartment. It’s also where she taught herself to cook...
Ferragosto Italian Wine and Food Tasting 2025
Ferragosto returns to Lamberti’s for the 4th year—and for the final time in this beloved location—with our signature walk-around tasting event celebrating the rich culture and flavors of Italy! While Italians typically celebrate Ferragosto beachside with slices of watermelon, here in Las Colinas, we bring the celebration indoors with air conditioni...
Love Sicily but not the crowds? Visit this Aeolian island instead
Hop on a hydrofoil from Milazzo, Sicily, and in less than two hours you’ll find yourself on the beautiful island of Salina. Stromboli's volcano stands tall on the distant horizon, and unlike Sicily, there are not many crowds of people. Locals whizz by on mopeds while only a few tourists relax at a sea cove on the side of the road. Salina is the sec...
Alfa Romeo Is Struggling in The US, But Thriving in Europe
When Stellantis published U.S. sales results for its Alfa Romeo brand for the first half of the year, the numbers didn’t look good. Through June, the Italian marque was down 34 percent, with all three models posting double-digit declines: Giulia (-32 percent), Stelvio (-40 percent), and Tonale (-28 percent). Combined, the three models generated onl...
Forecasting Through the Ages: Italy’s Contribution to Meteorology
From the skies of Jupiter to Earth-monitoring satellites, Italy’s relationship with meteorology spans centuries of observation, interpretation, and scientific innovation. Though often overshadowed by other nations in discussions of weather science, Italy has played a crucial and continuous role in the development of meteorological understanding, br...
Global Italian food hall chain may be eyeing Houston, per LLC filing
I was about ready to pass along a tip I heard about the popular global chain of restaurant/markets, Eataly, possibly opening a Houston location, until my fellow Chron editors let out an audible gasp during a pitch meeting. Sorry, Eataly. I didn't know your game. What we know is that an "Eataly Houston LLC" was registered in Delaware in late June...
How to Spend 5 Perfect Days on the Amalfi Coast
Sorrento and Salerno are just 50km apart. In between? One of the most iconic stretches of coastline in Italy and the world. The Amalfi Coast is a timeless summer classic drawing millions of visitors every year. Got less than a week? This practical Amalfi Coast travel guide covers all the must-see stops, the best places to stay, and what to do each...
Lego’s Italian Riviera, inspired by Cinque Terre, blends heritage and stereotype
LEGO has announced the launch of the new architectural Lego Ideas Italian Riviera set (21359), a detailed 3,251-piece model kit inspired by the charm of the Ligurian coast. The adult-focused set recreates the picturesque atmosphere of a Northwestern Italian fishing village, complete with colorful buildings perched along the coastline. The set featu...