Nonna’s Pizza & Pasta prepares traditional Italian dishes
Esli Molina, 37, worked at pizzerias in Norwalk and Greenwich in his 20s, learning the business in hopes of owning his own restaurant one day. Thirteen years later, he opened Nonna’s Pizza & Pasta at 140 Main St. in Monroe, next to Chuck’s Corner. “I always wanted to have my own place,” Molina said during the grand opening celebration Wednesday aft...
Exhibit Celebrates Life and Art of Prof. Enrico Pinardi (1934-2021)
This exhibit runs from October 3-25 at Bannister Gallery at Rhode Island College (600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI), with an opening reception on Thursday, October 3, from 4-7 p.m. The late Enrico Vittorio Pinardi, known to his friends, family and students as “Henry,” was a nationally acclaimed artist and professor of art who taught at RIC...
IAOVC Elects New Hampshire Governor & State Legislature to Hall of Fame for Preserving Columbus Day by State Law
The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), America’s largest independent Italian American anti-bias organization, has elected the New Hampshire State Legislature and Governor Chris Sununu to its “IAOVC Hall of Fame” for passage of HB 1014, which mandates, by state law, that cities and towns are now required to recognize Columbus Day on the...
New Saint Padre Pio statue unveiled at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church celebrated the Italian ‘Saint Padre Pio’ by unveiling a new statue on Sunday. After mass, there was a procession with an Italian marching band through the streets of the South End, followed by a reception at the Italian Club on Winthrop Street. We spoke with Salvatore Circosta, president of the Springfield Sons and D...
Noni Cinino's Kitchen Returns to Milford
Award-winning Pantochino Productions Inc., a not-for-profit, professional theatre company in Milford will reprise it’s popular musical, “Noni Cimino’s Kitchen” opening Friday, October 11 at the Milford Arts Council, THE MAC on Railroad Avenue in downtown Milford. Inspired by memories of growing up in a large Italian-American family, the musical off...
Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro Cozy Atmosphere That Keeps People Coming Back For More
From the moment you enter Sal e Pepe, the stage is set for a mouthwatering culinary experience. You will immediately feel the warmth and charm of the restaurant. The name Sal e Pepe is Italian for “salt and pepper,” and owners Angelo and Renia Marini have added a whimsical atmosphere by showcasing a unique set of salt and pepper shakers at each tab...
Norwich committee names Italians of the Year for 2024: Who are they?
The Norwich Italian American Heritage and Cultural Committee named Michael Gualtieri and Elizabeth Wigfield as the Italians of the Year for 2024, according to a press release. Since 1993, the organization has honored two individuals of Italian descent, living in the Greater Norwich area, who have served the Italian community through deeds and actio...
Red Sox Hall of Fame broadcaster Joe Castiglione announces retirement
Joe Castiglione, the radio voice of the Red Sox for 42 years, announced his retirement Sunday. Castiglione, who has called more than 6,500 games – including four World Series titles – has the longest play-by-play career of any announcer in franchise history, according to a statement from the Red Sox. He received the Ford C. Frick Award from the Hal...
A Look at the Only Italian Restaurant in Maryland to Earn Prestigious ‘Forchette’ From Italy’s Gambero Rosso
Gambero Rosso, an Italian food and wine magazine that was founded in 1986, has been publishing its restaurant guide since 1990. The guide, Ristoranti d’Italia, describes the best Italian restaurants across the world. For each place it attributes a rating from 60 to 100 and, only for the best restaurants, a number of forchette (‘forks’) ranging from...
NH law forces Columbus Day to be recognized by cities, towns that replaced it
Cities and towns in New Hampshire are now required by state law to recognize Columbus Day, shining a fresh spotlight on the controversy between the holiday and Indigenous People’s Day.House Bill 1014, signed by Gov. Chris Sununu in July, mandates New Hampshire civics classroom instruction include information on state laws governing elections and vo...
Review: Joe Benny’s is Back as Benny’s in Little Italy
In the spring of 2023, Joe Benny’s, a casual Little Italy restaurant beloved for its meatballs, focaccia pizza, and unstuffy attitude, closed after a decade-long run. It was yet another post-pandemic blow for a gastronomically iconic neighborhood where unfortunately more restaurants seemed to be closing than opening. Today, Little Italy’s outlook l...
Newport Festa Italiana Celebrates 30 Years of Italian Heritage and Cuisine
The Newport Festa Italiana Committee has unveiled the schedule for its 2024 festival, a vibrant celebration of Newport’s rich Italian heritage. Spanning from September 27 to October 17, this year’s festival promises to immerse attendees in the flavors, sounds, and traditions of Italy, offering a mix of cultural, musical, and culinary experiences. M...