“The Journey of Phil Trajetta” – Book presentation
February 27 2025, 18:00 (Local time).IIC-NY 686 Park Avenue, NY. “The Journey of Phil Trajetta”. Book presentation with the Author Prof. Franco Sciannameo, CFA Eminent Scholar and Professor of Music, Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA. With the kind participation of Diana Castelnuovo-Tedesco, nephew of the famous composer Mario Castelnuovo-...
Giuseppe's Italian Eatery Prepares to Open in Corning, NY
A well-known Southern Tier dining scene name introduces something new on Market Street in Corning. Giuseppe's Italian Eatery will open on Tuesday, February 11th, following several months of renovations. The new eatery replaces the former Cuigini Italian Market and Cafe, which served the community for eight years. Giuseppe's manager Allie Kandaouras...
Il Gusto Serves Up a Slice Of New York in Deer Park
Deer Park may not strike most Cincinnatians as a culinary hot spot, but the northeastern suburb is home to a handful of eateries serving well-executed international cuisine. Case in point: Il Gusto Pizza and Pasta, where owner Doni Dervisholli serves up wildly good pizza and Italian dishes. First, the pizzas are New York–style pies that earned Il G...
A Stradivari violin made in 1714 sells for $11.3 million at auction
A violin made in 1714 by the legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari sold for $11.3 million at an auction in New York on Friday, short of estimates that would have made it the most expensive instrument ever sold. The “Joachim-Ma Stradivarius” is regarded as one of Stradivari’s best works, built during his “Golden Period” at the height of his craftsman...
Joanne Trattoria is hosting a party to celebrate Lady Gaga's new album
Last night, Lady Gaga gagged the Grammys by dropping “Abracadabra,” the latest single in her upcoming album, Mayhem. The dark and clubby song gave nods to Fame Monster and Artpop, suggesting that Gaga's eighth studio album will contain elements of the classic, deranged Gaga we first fell in love with in the early 2010s. If you're going to be in New...
New York's Arthur Avenue: An Amazing Foodie Destination
The displays and the aromas in the market on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, New York are intoxicating. The air is redolent with garlic, fresh basil and the sweet smell of sausage and peppers. Colorful deli stands are filled with plump focaccia breads, ready to serve as the pillowy base for layers of provolone, prosciutto, hot peppers and breaded eggpl...
Italian Heritage Night lights up the Barclays Center: sports, culture and the Italian community star in NBA event
New York's Barclays Center was transformed into the heart of Italian-ness on Italian Heritage Night. During the Brooklyn Nets vs. Houston Rockets game, more than 400 Italians packed the stands, helping to create a unique atmosphere between sports passion and national pride. The event organized by IBBL - Italian Basketball Brand League in collaborat...
Scarpetta is easily one of the best Italian restaurants in Manhattan
Located in the charismatic James Hotel, Scarpetta holds court as one of Manhattan’s most reliable Italian restaurants, shouldering plenty of acclaim despite consistent competition from the likes of Torissi and the great Emilio’s Ballato. The restaurant opened in 2008 in the Meatpacking District to instant acclaim, glowing from a three-star review i...
A Special Night with Vanessa Racci
The National Organization of Italian American Women's Greater New York Region Invites you to: A Special Night with Vanessa Racci. Thursday, February 6th @ 6 - 8:30 pm. At Intimissimi Cafe, 601 Fifth Avenue, NYC. Registration fees: $25 members | $35 nonmembers. RSVP here Elevate your social and professional networking by joining NOIAW for this speci...
Roman Food Has A True Roman Pedigree At Via Vai In Queens, New York
Roman cuisine seems to be having its moment in New York with new trattorias and older restaurants all featuring dishes like cacio e pepe, penne all’amatriciana and spaghetti alla carbonara, made with varying degrees of success and authenticity. Yet for ten years now one of the most exemplary of chefs, Antonio Morichini, has been doing all these dis...
New York Scholarships to support the next generation of Italian Wine Ambassadors
Wine professionals from across North America will gather in New York City, in an event hosted by Banville Wine Merchants in Manhattan, to participate in the newly formatted VIA Italian Wine Ambassador Certification Course on March 1-2, 2025. VIA Faculty member Sarah Heller MW will be on hand to lead the tastings and a series of in-depth lectures, f...
In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY Launches Mentorship Program For Emerging Directors
As part of their commitment to fostering artistic growth, In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY, in collaboration with The Tank, will offer a Mentorship Program for Emerging Directors, as part of their In Scena! Playwright Award (formerly the Mario Fratti Award). In Scena! is offering this new mentorship program in addition to their translation and...