Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan Joins National Italian American Foundation
The Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan (FADM) recently joined the National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) as an Affiliate Organization, the first organization in Michigan to do so. This membership brings many benefits to the FADM, including: Affiliate Organizations are featured on NIAF’s website on a dedicated page; NIAF and its Affiliate Orga...
Italian Biopics: Leonora Addio
When: Thursday, March 30 at 6pm CT - Where: Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago - What: "Italian Biopics, Leonora Addio" Directed by Paolo Taviani, 2022, 90’, Italian with English subtitles, In-person screening Leonora Addio tells the incredible story of Pirandello’s ashes and the turbulent ride of his urn from Rome to Agrigento, leading to a tro...
Italian Film Festival USA of Milwaukee-Madison
Save the dates: Madison, April 3 - 5, Milwaukee, April 28 - 30. We are pleased to announce the Italian Film Festival USA's return to its traditional, in-person format this Spring! Our line-up of contemporary Italian films includes dramas, comedies and documentaries. All films will be shown in Italian with English subtitles at the Marquee Theatre on...
Russo’s is coming back: New store to open in Tanger Outlets
A well-known name in Grand Rapids groceries is returning after a four-year hiatus with a new store at Tanger Outlets south of the city. As guests walk into the new Russo’s Italian Market and Wine Bar, located in the entertainment district of the mall across from 5 Lakes Brew Pub, they will be greeted by a mural that will depict the family’s history...
The Juicy History of Chicago’s Mr. Beef Started with Carl Bonovolanto
If the highfalutin James Beard Foundation were to bestow Mr. Beef, the humble River North street food stand, with an award — say, naming it one of America’s Classics — Chris Zucchero says he wouldn’t accept the prize. In general, fine dining ticks Zucchero off, from the brigade system in the kitchen to the paltry portions of a tasting menu. Still,...
Alfonzo’s is a tradition in Troy
For 40-plus years, Alfonzo’s Pizzeria has been all about family and tradition. Alfonzo’s, located at 611 Edwardsville Road in Troy, was founded by Mike Paolucci, a third-generation Italian American. Alfonzo’s is a family business still operated by Mike, his wife Lori, his son Joe, and Amber Herron. “We started the restaurant in 1982,” said Mike Pao...
Exposure, player experience the motivation for unconventional Italian Bowl in Toledo
The Italian Football League season is in full swing and this year, the country’s nine first-division teams are chasing a unique prize. In October, the IFL raised eyebrows across Europe when they announced that the league’s annual championship game, the Italian Bowl, would be held outside of the country for the first time in history. Instead of in R...
This Has Been Named the Best Italian Restaurant in Indiana
Attention all Indiana pasta lovers! A website just named the best Italian restaurant in the state. Have you eaten there before? If I have one food weakness, it's Italian food. It's no lie when I tell you that I could eat it every day...if my better half would allow me. Spaghetti, lasagna, ziti, alfredo, chicken parmesan, the list goes on and on. My...
Longtime owner of Luciano’s Italian Restaurant dies at age 76
Macomb County’s dining scene lost a key player this week with the loss of Luciano Gianino, the longtime owner of Luciano’s Italian Restaurant in Clinton Township. Mr. Gianino died Tuesday following an illness. He was 76. Known for his devotion and love for his family and the Italian eatery that bore his name, he was known as a kind and gracious bus...
Family-owned Italian market gets new life at Tanger Outlets
Russo’s Italian Market & Wine Bar is set for a comeback. The family-owned Russo’s Italian Market & Wine Bar will open this spring at Tanger Outlets Grand Rapids, joining a growing stable of dining options, including 5 Lakes Brew Pub and Rise Pies Handcrafted Pizza. The 7,000-square-foot store will feature a restaurant, deli, wine bar and market, al...
Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan Celebrates International Women’s Day
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, March 8, 2023, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan celebrated with pizza and an Italian film. The film was Scusate se Esisto! (Do You See Me?) with Paola Cortellesi and Raul Bova, directed by Riccardo Milani. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating women’s social, economic, cultural,...
The Consulate of Italy in Detroit celebrated Italian Design Day (and International Women's Day) with two juxtaposed events showcasing the best of Italian design and craftsmanship in Detroit and in Toledo
The first event, "Italy: Quality that Illuminates. The Rebel Glassblower and the Editor in Chief in Detroit", was held on March 8th, 2023 at the Russell Industrial Center in Detroit in collaboration with Habatat Detroit Fine Art. The evening featured a conversation with Ruben Modigliani, Editor-In-Chief of IFDM (Interior Furniture Design Magazine),...