5 early contenders for Italian Bowl XLIV this summer in Toledo
The Italian Bowl makes its return to the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl on June 28, following the success of the 2023 championship game held in the Glass City. On July 1, 2023, the Italian Bowl XLII took place at the Glass Bowl as the first Italian Bowl played outside of Europe. Tens of thousands of fans participated in the advance and game-day...
Piedmont heads to Michigan for a strategic mission at VTM Michigan
Piedmont will be in Michigan, USA, for a mission culminating in the second edition of the VTM Michigan Business Convention, taking place April 23–24, in Pontiac. The goal is to strengthen the ties between the two regions' economies, both of which are deeply connected to the automotive and transportation sectors, by showcasing Piedmont’s broad and s...
A month to remember
May has always been a special month for St. Anthony graduates. I recall when I began writing Petals from Roseland many years ago that my May column struck a chord. The column brought back food memories for many St .Anthony’s parishioners so I’m rerunning it here today. I asked a few St Anthony’s girls for their memories of the May crowning and all...
Metsi’s to Bring Italian-Inspired Comfort to Short North in Columbus, OH
A fresh concept is coming soon to the Short North as Chef BJ Lieberman prepares to debut Metsi’s, a new Italian-inspired restaurant and bar set to take over the former Hiraeth space at 36 E. Lincoln St. The two-story venue will offer a more accessible and comforting dining experience than its predecessor, with a focus on handmade pastas, Mediterran...
CABRINI Star Shines at Special Screening of Acclaimed Film Celebrating Intrepid Italian Saint
Italian actress Cristiana Dell’Anna, the star of CABRINI, visited Cleveland’s Italian American community for a special screening of the acclaimed film, followed by a Q&A and meet-and-greet with audience members. The event, held at a packed Cedar Lee Theatre on April 12, was co-hosted by ISDA President Basil Russo and Italian Consul Allegra Baistroc...
Nittolo's Little Italy Comes to Downtown Traverse City (MI)
Craving a pizza or a hearty bowl of pasta? You’re in luck: Nittolo’s Little Italy, from restaurateur Eric Nittolo, is slated to open downtown in the Warehouse District in this April, pending licensing and approvals. The new spot was built out in the space where Cut & Run used to be, next to The Tasting Room on the ground floor of the Breakwater bui...
Antoniolli to preside over DuPage Justinians
Attorney Maria Gabriella Antoniolli works closely with individuals who are going through some of the hardest challenges of their lives while passing through the family court system. “We see people at their worst and try to get them out at the other side of the tunnel,” says Antoniolli, who goes by “Gabby.” “You have to deal with a lot of contentiou...
Original Antonio’s Pizzeria going back to its roots in Parma
The iconic Antonio’s Pizza at The Shoppes at Parma closed its doors for good last year after the death of Grace Loschiavo, who started Antonio’s Pizza in 1967 with her husband, Tony. But members of the Loschiavo family are keeping the Parma pizza institution alive with the new Original Antonio’s Pizzeria, planned for 5722 Chevrolet Blvd. at Parmato...
Director General for Italians Abroad, Luigi Maria Vignali, Presents “Italea” in Detroit at an Exclusive Dinner Hosted by the Italian Consulate
The Italian Consulate in Detroit, under the leadership of Consul Allegra Baistrocchi, recently hosted a memorable evening dedicated to “Roots Tourism,” an initiative spearheaded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The event featured Luigi Maria Vignali, Director General for Italians Abroad, who introduced the innovative “Italea” program to...
Italian American Culture in Ashtabula, Ohio, by Nick McClure
Italian-Americans have lived in my hometown of Ashtabula, Ohio, for well over a hundred years. In that time they have become an integral part of the community’s culture, economy, and history. Many of the immigrants that came directly from Italy throughout the 20th century were able to find steady work in one of the area’s numerous factories, allowi...
"History Rocks!" – Onesti Entertainment's fundraiser for the St. Charles History Museum
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Rock n ravioli, 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL. Onesti Entertainment is hosting a fundraiser for the St. Charles History Museum on May 7, 2025, from 6 PM to 9 PM in the brand new Rock ‘N Ravioli restaurant on the ground floor of the Arcada Theatre. Last year's Onesti fundraiser for the History Museum sold out, and...
Experience upscale Italian dining at Theo’s Italian in Plainfield
Theo’s Italian is a restaurant under the Cunningham Restaurant Group umbrella. Located in Plainfield, Theo’s Italian serves a variety of Italian dishes, including pasta, salads, appetizers, and sandwiches. The restaurant’s menu is designed to offer a wide range of Italian cuisine options, ensuring there is something for everyone. They stopped by th...