A guide to the 'poor cuisine' in Tuscany
For centuries, farmers and peasants had to learn how to utilize minimal ingredients and food scraps to create dishes that provided sustenance throughout all seasons of the year. This culinary tradition is known as cucina povera, or poor cooking. Cucina povera dishes have survived in Italy due to their simplicity, nutritiousness, and waste-free natu...
The Awesome Aosta Valley
Italy’s smallest region has been making history at least as far back as the Romans, but in more recent times it has been drawing in skiers, attracted by its world-class facilities, fabulous food, authentic atmosphere and spectacular scenery, all around. Located in the Northwest of the country, the Aosta Valley is home to no less than 19 ski resorts...
Riccardo’s on Broadway rekindles beloved Italian restaurant in unlikely spot
Is there any location in St. Louis where an Italian restaurant can’t sprout? Riccardo’s on Broadway pushes the limits of the possible nearly to the Mississippi River. A sequel to Ricardo’s Italian Cafe, which closed in 2015 after 26 years in Lafayette Square, the new Riccardo’s opened last July in the industrial Near North Riverfront neighborhood n...
Meet The Umarell: Italy’s Quirky Construction Site Watchdogs
If you’ve traveled to Italy, you may have noticed small groups of older men, seemingly riled up and speaking loudly, sometimes with their hands behind their backs. Once you get closer, you may hear them offering heated but unsolicited advice primarily about construction and street repairs but also about the economy and politics. Bologna (in the re...
Knicks’ Donte DiVincenzo eyeing spot on Italian Olympic team despite hurdles
Donte DiVincenzo, the sharpshooting Knicks guard, said he’d “love” to represent Italy in the upcoming Olympics but hurdles remain between his eligibility.“Ideally, I would love to,” DiVincenzo told The Post. “Logistically and how everything plays out, I don’t know if it’s possible. But if everything works out perfectly, I would love to.” DiVincenzo...
14 Most Beautiful Undiscovered Italian Coastal Towns
If you are looking for inspiration to explore undiscovered Italian coastal towns, you’ve come to the right place. I have spent so many of my summers searching for picturesque beach towns in Italy, which is my home country. Sometimes little is needed to make a stay unforgettable: a backpack, a bathing suit, a pair of comfortable shoes, and a great d...
Italian restaurant moving from Albany to Guilderland
Caffe Italia Ristorante, a staple at 662 Central Avenue in Albany, is in the process of making its move to Guilderland. The restaurant is taking over the former Tesoro Italian Restaurant at 2080 Western Avenue in Guilderland’s Hamilton Square. Maria Romeo runs Caffe Italia with her siblings Sue, Paulie, and Michael. Joseph and Joanne Romeo, Maria’s...
In flashy Milan, I discovered the quirky little places that reveal the real heart of Italy’s second city
Everything about Milan conjures glitz and glamour, history and style: the intricate Renaissance spires of the Duomo, the soaring glass-and-iron roofs of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the luxury fashion boutiques seemingly on every corner. Italy’s second city is a place to see and be seen. But tonight, for my first dinner in town, I’m br...
Song and Culture: An Italian Perspective
When: Saturday, April 6, 2024 Program: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Reception: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Where: Ferrucci Institute for Italian Experience and Research at Chapman University This year’s edition of the Italian Perspective series is a unique opportunity to learn about the influence of Italian song culture throughout various periods, styles,...
Cavatelli Pasta Kitchen opens in Ormond Beach
A new restaurant offering homemade pasta and authentic Italian desserts is now open in Ormond Beach. Cavatelli Pasta Kitchen, located at 175 S. Nova Road, opened on Feb. 1. The restaurant is owned by Phil Martin, who opted for a fast-casual dining experience. Customers place their orders at the front counter and then take their seat, where their me...
Where To Stay In Emilia Romagna: The Best Base To Explore The Region
The beautiful Emilia Romagna region in Northern Italy is famous for its rich culinary culture, stunning countryside, and historic cities. Visitors flock to this region for an endless array of exciting activities and experiences. One of the most important things to consider when traveling to Emilia Romagna is where to stay. These locations help you...
St. Joseph's Day Dinner 2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 7 p.m. Sprezzatura, 112 East Sherman Street, Millvale, PA 15209. $65. Purchase tickets here.Celebrate St. Joseph's Day with a multi-course meal of traditional foods from Sicily, including seafood salad, fava mint soup, couscous blood orange salad, escarole and anchovy spaghetti, and St. Joseph's Day bread. During your meal...