Italy celebrates 60 years of Nutella
Nutella, the Italian chocolate-hazelnut spread, is celebrated internationally with World Nutella Day on 5 February. This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the iconic brand by Ferrero, a Made in Italy success story, invented in 1964. The story of Nutella goes back to post-war Italy when cocoa was a scarce commodity. Ferrero, founded as a pastr...
All About Alicia Keys' Mom, Terria Joseph
No one can take credit for Alicia Keys’ talented voice except Keys herself. But her mastery of piano? That credit goes to her mother, Terria Joseph. According to Smithsonian Magazine, Joseph, born Terria Augello, moved from Ohio to New York City to pursue her dream of being an actress. During a brief relationship with Craig Cook, who was a flight a...
Mattarello Bakery + Café: Inside This Italian Bakery in Montclair
On the corner of Bellevue Avenue and Valley Road in Montclair sits an adorable cafe lined with beautiful pastries and sweet treats. But a cute Italian bakery wasn’t always so easy to find in Montclair. That is until Mattarello Bakery + Café opened its doors in 2020 at 254 Bellevue Avenue. Since its inception, the heart, soul, and passion poured int...
Stunning Ducati streetfighter “centauro” celebrates Italian art with Lamborghini
Another collaboration between Ducati and Lamborghini has this time involved the Italian artist Paolo Troilo. Based on the Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini Speciale Clienti, Troilo’s work is named Centauro and is a sequel to Minotauro, which used the Lamborghini Huracan Evo as a base in 2021. The Speciale Clienti is based on the ‘standard’ Street...
Christine Incerto, daughter of Italian immigrants turns 100
Being the daughter of two immigrant parents, Farrell (PA) native Christine Incerto did not have an easy start to life. Yet through her struggles, Christine overcame. And on Sunday, she turned 100. Born to Jenny and Theodore Yassall, two immigrants from Italy who did not speak a word of English, Christine struggled early in school. Yassall was not e...
Hon. Di Sanzo inaugurates, at the Chamber of Deputies, the exhibition on Mother Cabrini, curated by master Carbone
On Jan. 30, thanks to an initiative organized by the Hon. Christian Di Sanzo, elected in North and Central America, the Sala del Cenacolo at the Vicolo Valdina Complex, in the heart of Rome, was inaugurated the exhibition "Mother Cabrini and the Pilgrim Angels" curated by master Meo Carbone, a prominent figure in the Italian Community of Chicago. C...
Benetti's 150 years in the pages of the new book from Assouline
Founded in Viareggio in 1873, Benetti has a long history of tradition, innovation and success in the luxury yacht building industry, and this book written by Kevin Koenig, one of the world's most authoritative yachting journalists, captures the brand's essence and gives readers deep insights into its evolution. Using archive images, the volume bear...
A Third-Generation Italian American Opens the Ristorante of Her Dreams in Dallas
Chef Leigh Hutchinson remembers the moment her future came into focus. It was nearly two decades ago, and the then twenty-year-old college student was standing on the Piazza della Repubblica, in Florence. “I even remember what I was wearing,” she told me with a laugh. At that moment, the third-generation Italian American knew she wanted to open a r...
Matera’s Gastronomic Delights: Exploring Local Flavors
Matera, a captivating city in Southern Italy, is not only known for its stunning ancient caves and rich history but also for its gastronomic delights. Exploring the local flavors of means immersing oneself in a culinary journey that showcases traditional dishes, famous restaurants, vibrant food markets, and vibrant culinary events. The traditional...
Scotch Plains Italian American Club Donates to Vietnam Veterans Committee
Gregg Di Francesco, president of The Scotch Plains Italian American Club, presented a donation in the amount of $750 to Bob LaCosta, Chair of the Scotch Plains Vietnam Veterans Committee. The Italian American Club appreciates the service of all veterans, and supports all their endeavors. A second check, also in the amount of $750, will be presented...
Using AI to decode the legacy of the Roman Empire
The Roman Empire, a colossal force in history, has left a lasting impact on various aspects of modern society, including science, art, architecture, government, culture, and language. However, the downfall of this empire and the ensuing Dark Ages led to a significant loss of knowledge about ancient Roman and Greek civilizations. Now, artificial int...
DiBella's Subs to open new location in Worthington (OH) on Feb. 28
DiBella’s Subs is opening its third Columbus-area location in Worthington on Feb. 28. The Worthington location is the 15th that the Italian-style subs restaurant has opened in the state. It's located at 7105 North High St. and will be open Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening on Feb. 28. The f...