Italian American Podcast Ep. 356 All Rise for the People’s Judge Frank Caprio!
It was our Honor for Judge Frank Caprio to join us for an extraordinary conversation on his Italian American heritage and illustrious career. We start our journey on Mulberry Street, delving into the heartfelt tales of his family’s immigration from Italy to the U.S. Judge Caprio offers poignant memories of growing up in Providence’s Federal Hill ne...
Discover Italy in Rhode Island: 5 hidden enclaves that transport you to the old country
In the heart of New England, a slice of Italy thrives in the most unexpected places. Rhode Island, the smallest state in the U.S., harbors hidden Italian communities that have preserved their heritage for generations. These enclaves offer a captivating blend of Old World charm and American spirit, inviting travelers to embark on a journey through t...
Stefania Munzi Illustrates Italian-American Community
I’ve recently learned about a very talented woman. Stefania Munzi is an Italian-American artist, art teacher and children’s book illustrator and author from Connecticut with family roots to Abruzzo, Italy. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Albertus Magnus College with a BA in Fine Arts and is a high school art teacher. After her son Joseph was bor...
Worcester Art Museum and Italy enter agreement as two objects in collection may be stolen
The Worcester Art Museum has entered into a cultural agreement with the Italian government after identifying two objects from its collection that appear to have been unlawfully removed from Italy in the 1950s. The museum transferred ownership of the two antiquities — a black-figure amphora (storage jar) and a kylix (drinking cup) — to Italy but wil...
Pirandello Lyceum Scholarship Grant Applications Available
Each year the Pirandello Lyceum, identifies Massachusetts High School student Scholars for recognition and scholarship grants. The Pirandello Lyceum – Dr. Domenic Amara, President / Rosario Cascio, Chairman - is composed of Academics and Professionals dedicated to maintaining and sharing Italian and Italian American culture in America. It is consid...
Legislators Introduce Bill to Establish Connecticut Italian-American Heritage Commission
Connecticut Senator Ryan Fazio (36th Senate District) and Representative Chris Aniskovich (35th House District) have introduced Proposed Bill No. 1162, "An Act Establishing the Connecticut Italian-American Heritage Commission," to the General Assembly. The bill, referred to the Committee on Commerce, aims to create a commission dedicated to preserv...
What She's Having: Ciao, Pasta Vino! Middletown's New Trattoria Settles In
Thanks to Bottega Bocconi and Le Bec Sucre, in recent years, the bedroom community of Middletown has popped up on European food seekers’ radar. The Italian deli and prepared foods mecca and fine French pasty and crusty bread haven have been a draw, but other than a smattering of spots clustered by First Beach, and a bunch of fast food options, a di...
New Sicilian Restaurant Serves Authentic Dishes, Sweet Desserts Near UConn
Krispy Sicilian Foods opened at 650 Middle Turnpike (Route 44) on Thursday, Jan. 9. The restaurant is about a mile away from UConn near the Route 195 intersection. Owner Kristin Pinkston created the cozy restaurant with an extensive menu of authentic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. "We take pride in serving delic...
Gioia to launch “The Red Sauce Joint by Gioia”
Gioia, an Italian restaurant, market, gelateria and rooftop space located at 150 Wooster Street, New Haven , will launch “The Red Sauce Joint by Gioia” in its rooftop dining and bar space. Running from January 31 – April 27, the fully-enclosed and heated space will be transformed into an inviting, nostalgic space inspired by classic and beloved It...
Anthony Rodia comes to Colonial Theatre in February
The Colonial Theatre of Laconia will present Anthony Rodia at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. A first-generation Italian-American born and raised in Westchester, New York, Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20s, he tried a few open mics, but ultimately took a different career path as a finance manager of a luxury car dealership. In 2...
Italian-American Defense League Files Appeal to the Second Circuit Court to Preserve Christopher Columbus Statue in New Haven, CT
The Italian-American Defense League (IADL) today announced that it has formally filed an appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, challenging a recent district court decision that the organization believes undermines the rights and cultural heritage of Italian-Americans, including IADL members and Plaintiff Ralph Marcare...
How Maine Firefighters Sparked the Beginnings of an Italian Heritage Brand
In the early 1980s Diego and his brother Andrea Della Valle were living in New York when they took a fated trip to Maine. There, they saw the work jackets worn by the local fire department and it ignited a spark, pun intended.