Massimo Montanari: A Short History of Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
Tuesday September 13, 2022 — 3 p.m. EST. Organized by I AM Books. Zoom Webinar (Register Here). Is it possible to identify a starting point in history from which everything else unfolds—a single moment that can explain the present and reveal the essence of our identities? According to Massimo Montanari, this is just a myth: by themselves, origins e...
‘They’re all Hall of Famers’: East Haven bocce elites square off in town championship
It was the best of the best at this summer’s East Haven recreation league bocce league championship at the town beach. And that’s saying something. Among the competitors: Giuseppe “Joe” DeLucia, 73, who was, as East Haven Recreation Director Liz Franco-Spano put it, “on fire.” “He’s hitting every shot,” said Franco-Spano, among the 50 onlookers on...
Experience Southern Italy at Bonanno Vinicola on Federal Hill
In the last few months of a tumultuous 2021, perhaps it’s ironic that Bonanno Vinicola, which translates to “good year” in medieval Italian, opened its doors. Or it was a sign of the delicious eats and experiences to come. Emerging Federal Hill foodie icon Armando Bisceglia of neighboring Bacco Vino & Contorni founded Bonanno, with Max Ragosta and...
This North Station Italian Cafe Serves Nutella Croissants and Top-Tier Espresso
No one necessarily asked, but Vittorio Wurzburger will have you know there have never been any proper Neapolitan cafes in Boston until now. His shop, Kicco Italian Coffee, is opening next to North Station at the end of August at 1 Nashua Street, and he is confident there’s never been another coffee shop like it. “It’s the first real Neapolitan coff...
Fruits of summer, and of labor, part of Italian community life
Many of the societies rented storefronts for use as a clubhouse. This must have been a major accomplishment — providing a physical space in which the business of the organization could be carried out. But equally important, a place for men to socialize and share ideas and comment on the state of affairs. Not many immigrants were overtly political,...
You Must Taste The Homemade Pasta At This Unique Italian Restaurant In Rhode Island
Word-of-mouth often plays a significant role in a restaurant’s continued success. After all, a happy guest (as well as an unhappy guest) is likely to share their delight with a positive dining experience. If the glowing reviews from countless guests are any indication, you must add this restaurant in Rhode Island to your bucket list. However, don’t...
An open letter to Italians, Italian American Organizations and Friends of the Italian Community in Massachusetts
Italian American organizations in Massachusetts have seen a revival as of late. The unwarranted attacks on elements of our Heritage have brought attention to the fact that Italian Americans have a rich culture that must be respected and maintained. What is clear is that Italian / Italian American organizations are seeing the need to work together t...
For the Past 15 Years, the Burlington Bocce Club Has Hosted Friendly Throwdowns at Oakledge Park
It's easy to sympathize with Oakledge Park visitors who recall better days when blue-green algae left Lake Champlain more or less alone. But for members of the Burlington Bocce Club, regulars on the park's recreational scene, the good times roll regardless of bacterial load. For 15 years, the club has claimed a tract tucked behind some trees off th...
Danilo Gallinari suffers knee injury, ACL reportedly stable
The NBA season is still weeks away, but the Celtics may have suffered a huge loss on Saturday. Danilo Gallinari injured his left knee in Italy's FIBA World Cup qualifier, exiting the game immediately. The fear was that Gallinari tore his left ACL, according to Italian journalist Cesare Milanti. But Milanti later reported that Gallinari's left ACL,...
“Cooking alla Giudia: A Celebration of the Jewish Food of Italy”
“Cooking alla Giudia: A Celebration of the Jewish Food of Italy” is the ultimate tribute to the wonderfully rich, yet still largely unknown, culinary heritage of the Jews of Italy. From Roman deep-fried artichokes (carciofi alla giudia) to Venetian sarde in saor (sweet-and-sour sardines), Apulian orecchiette pasta and Sicilian caponata, some of Ita...
Author Leo Marino Presents his new book, Wooster Place at Hagaman Memorial Library, East Haven
Join us at the Hagaman Memorial Library, 227 Main Street on Wednesday, September 7 at 6:30 p.m. for a special author talk and book signing! Leo Marino, author of The house on Greene Street : life and times of a first generation Italian American will talk about his new book Wooster Place. Wooster Place powerfully portrays the lives of people who liv...
It’s Beginning to Look A lot Like San Gennaro in Danbury
The lights are being hung as we speak, and history is about to be made in Danbury, CT. Well, the lights were hung, and then taken down but more on that later. The Galante family is working with the City of Danbury on the 1st annual San Gennaro Festival in Danbury. The Festival begins Wednesday September 7 and runs until Sunday September 11. The Ita...