Mauzer steps up to presidency of AICS
A strong sense of community is a defining feature of the American Italian Cultural Society, according to John Mauzer, who was sworn in as president of the Crest Hill-based social club in December. “Our membership is one big family dedicated to sharing our Italian culture, teaching traditions and preserving our heritage,” Mauzer explains. “2024 is g...
7 days in Campania: a journey in the heart of a magical land
Sun and sea, art, cuisine, unspoiled scenery, cities full of unmissable attractions and experiences to be lived. Campania is a land that offers extraordinary emotions and endless adventures. An on-the-road itinerary is the ideal way to explore this eclectic and colorful region, which represents an essential part of Italian culture. For this reason,...
Nettuno, the Allied Landings in an open-air museum on the 80th anniversary
Dozens of events are planned in the municipality of Nettuno to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Landing of Anzio-Nettuno by the Allies during World War II. Yesterday thousands of students reached the Nettuno Marina harbor for the inauguration of the Armed Forces Village: this is an exhibition area which will present the public with a vast an...
5 Italian Decor Tips You Need To Know
Have you ever swooned over your hotel decor in Milan, dreamed about owning a villa in Puglia, or filled your camera reel with photo after photo of colorful houses on the Amalfi Coast? There is something alluring about Italian decor and with a few tips, you can easily bring the Italian lifestyle into your own home. Whether you prefer the minimal lai...
Et Alia Theater is proud to present Until Dark by Federica Borlenghi
Et Alia Theater is proud to present Until Dark by Federica Borlenghi, a new play that reflects consent and the intricacies of sisterhood, while testing its ties and boundaries. When Cass is accused of a heinous crime, her sister Jackie - a promising criminal defense attorney - decides to take over the case. But when Lisa, their other sister, shows...
Guide to the Emilia Romagna Region: What To See, Do and EAT
There is so much to see, do, and savor in Emilia Romagna. Blessed with a climate that is seemingly perfect for agriculture and farming, most Italians agree that the nine provinces of the region comprise the gastronomic heart and soul of Italy. Food enthusiasts soon discover that few destinations around the world can boast the quality of ingredients...
Russo Brothers Align Hollywood Stars to Launch New Vision of Italian American Storytelling on the Big Screen
Italian American leaders and entertainment industry luminaries came together this week to support the launch of the new Russo Brothers Italian American Filmmaker Forum. RBIAFF, developed in collaboration with Italian Sons and Daughters of America, is a fellowship program that offers production grants to emerging filmmakers who seek to create storie...
What is Lambrusco wine?
Lambrusco is a sparkling wine produced in Emilia-Romagna. It has a reputation for being very food-friendly and excellent value. Lambrusco is known to be an industrial-scale production of sweet, easy-drinking, and even uninteresting sparkling wines. This is not entirely fair as there are some very fine examples of Lambrusco wine made with the same c...
Empire of Hope: A Review of ‘Cabrini’
In 1850, a small and sickly girl, the youngest of thirteen children, was born two months prematurely to a farm family in the Italian region of Lombardy. Francesca Cabrini would suffer from poor health her entire life. When in her teens she decided to give her life to Christ, she was rejected by the Daughters of the Sacred Heart, who considered her...
Italians give Italy a vote and say they are "satisfied" with living conditions
The Italians' rating, from one to 10, is 7.2: They are more than satisfied with living conditions in the Belpaese in 2022. And they are also so compared to the main EU partners. In fact, the rating in France is 7, 7.1 in Spain and is much lower in Germany, just slightly above sufficient (6.5). These are the results of the ranking compiled by Eurost...
Italy’s Legendary Cowboys of the Maremma, Photographs by Gabrielle Saveri
The butteri, or Italian “cowboys” — hailing from the lands spanning from the plains of northern Lazio up through the coastal Italian region of Maremma into southern Tuscany — have a long-standing connection to Buffalo Bill and the history of America’s Wild West. In 1890, Buffalo Bill brought his Wild West Show to Naples, Italy and proceeded to Rom...
Where to go on holiday in Italy in March: 10 unmissable destinations
Where to go on holiday in Italy in March when nature slowly awakens with its colors and the climate starts to get milder? From north to south, Italy is an infinite sequence of magnificent places to visit at any time of the year, but even more so when everybody want to spend more time outdoor, even though the air is still crisp. Here are some excell...