Leonardo da Vinci: Inventor. Artist. Dreamer
Opening March 2. California Science Center. 700 Exposition Park Drive Los Angeles, CA. Learn more and tickets here. Explore the engineering marvels and artistry of one of history's greatest minds and inventors, Leonardo da Vinci. The companion IMAX movie Cities of the Future 3D showcases the exciting innovations engineers are working on today—from...
The charm of Canale di Tenno: a village that enchants
Located on the Trentino side of Lake Garda, the village of Canale di Tenno stands at an elevation of 428 meters, embraced by a lush and fascinating hillside landscape. This ancient medieval village exudes extraordinary charm, offering visitors a unique experience in the heart of culture and history. Charming stone house facades, elegant balconies o...
Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. welcomed Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy to the White House today to continue their close coordination on shared priorities. The leaders exchanged views on Italy’s objectives under its G7 presidency, including abiding support for Ukraine, sustainable development, food and energy security, migration, as well as...
Polenta E Osei, The Unique Italian Dessert That's Adorned With Chocolate Birds
Sometimes a savory dish is so iconic that it becomes incorporated into a sweet commemoration; just think of pizza and burger-shaped cakes you've seen on cooking shows or foodie reels, prepared with an uncanny attention to detail to honor their beloved savory counterpart. In Italy, bakery owners started a similar tradition nearly a century before co...
Why you should travel to Italy to become a better photographer
Italy is a country that captures travellers’ hearts, but I was on a mission to capture Italy. For that, a professional was required. After much googling and asking my travel writer and photographer mates, I emailed a friend of a friend, Italian photographer and educator Ugo Cei to inquire about a private photography tour. Photography is a passion....
Medici Importers Global brings a taste of Italy to Pittsburgh
Jason Grant noticed an older, distinguished-looking man having dinner at a restaurant in Il Borro, Italy. Grant asked the maître d’ to pass along a message that he wanted to say hello to the man — Ferruccio Ferragamo of the luxury Italian footwear brand family. A few minutes later, Grant and Ferragamo met. The next day, Ferragamo gave Grant a priva...
Doing Laundry, the Ancient Way
Early in my youth in Italy, I helped my mother washing clothes the primitive way. Later in life I learned the modern way, having vivid memories of doing both. My grandfather built a large concrete tub, measuring 15’ x 20’, where mountain spring water flowed in. We laundered our personal clothing here in our backyard. After they were washed and r...
Venice and the first Casino in the World
Gambling was a pervasive aspect of Venetian life, reflecting the city’s wealth and status as a major cultural and trade hub. In Venice, everyone gambled everywhere: people engaged in games of chance in private homes, public squares, and during festivals, with stakes involving money, goods, and even property. Venetian authorities, however, viewed ga...
Casa Stellina Opens Farmingdale Pizzeria, Offering Roman Style, More
Casa Stellina has opened the pizzeria half of its Farmingdale venture, with an Italian restaurant coming this spring. Casa Stellina Pizza is at 302 Main Street — formerly the Main Street Pizza Company. Chef Fabrizio Facchini moved from Italy with his family and has lived in New York since 2017. Casa Stellina offers traditional American or Neapolita...
Fiuggi: The kingdom of thermal waters and painted stories
Fiuggi, jewel set in the green setting of the province of Frosinone, is a pearl in Lazio to discover and live. Known above all for its thermal waters rich in beneficial properties, Fiuggi is the perfect combination of wellness, history and nature. The magic of the spaThe famous healing power of the waters of Fiuggi has made them a popular destinati...
Long Island Attorney Anthony A. Nozzolillo relies on Italian Heritage to ‘Guide’ Legal Practice
Anthony A. Nozzolillo has spent years in school and dedicated a good portion of his life to becoming an Attorney, but it’s his identity as a first-generation Italian American that has prepared him most for his legal journey. Nozzolillo’s parents were both born in Italy, his father coming to the U.S. at the age of 10 and his mother at 16. They both...
Notes from the Trolley: Navigating the Italian Supermarket
A missed bus to Florence, torrential downpour, no umbrella, and a suitcase on the verge of breaking was as bleak as my day could get at 9 PM. As I waited for someone to let me in the hostel that once used to be a convent, I mulled over my options for dinner. At this point, I lacked the patience and spontaneity to search for something online and try...