Nonna’s Cooking Gets a California Upgrade at Campanella in Sebastopol
Campanella’s Chicken Parm Pie says everything you need to know about the new Brooklyn-meets-Sebastopol Italian American restaurant. The hand-tossed pizza topped with mozzarella, vodka sauce and fried chicken cutlets is a throwback to owner Tom Rutledge’s favorite childhood snack when visiting his grandparents in Brooklyn and Queens. That, along wit...
Italian Heritage Month: Francesco Stephano Pezzolo, AKA Ping Bodie
Better known throughout his professional baseball career as Ping Bodie, Francesco Stephano Pezzolo was a first-generation outfielder who helped pave the way for future New York Yankees’ stars like Joe DiMaggio, Tony “Push 'em up” Lazzeri, Frankie Crosetti, Phil Rizzuto, Yogi Berra, and others. Ping got his name from the “ping” noise made when his 5...
Giuseppe's Italian Eatery to Bring Familiar Favorites to Corning
A familiar name in the local dining scene is preparing to take over Cugini's and open a new restaurant on Corning's Market Street. Gaetano Ruggiero, known for his work with Louie's and Giuseppe's, plans to open Giuseppe's Italian Eatery, a spot that will combine dishes from both restaurants. "We are a Bon Appetit dining destination and anytime tha...
From Roots to Global Impact: New York Celebrates Italian Heritage, and Mediterranean Diet, through Gastrodiplomacy
On October 10 NYU hosted a conference that explored the intersection of roots tourism, cultural heritage, and gastrodiplomacy. "The Power of Food and the Values of the Roots: Building a Sustainable Future through Gastrodiplomacy and Cultural Alliances" brought together thought experts to examine how traditional food practices can serve as a bridge...
Ambassador Zappia at Columbus Day celebration in New York
The Ambassador of Italy to the United States, Mariangela Zappia, participated in the Columbus Day celebrations held in New York, together with the Vice President of the Italian Senate, Senator Licia Ronzulli, and the Vice President of the Italian Chamber of Deputies, Honorable Giorgio Mulè. “Columbus Day is a special day for Italy in the United Sta...
NYC Italian American Museum opens after 20-year odyssey: ‘Italians have never had a museum’
It was a labor of amore. The new Italian American Museum — which swings its doors open to the public Monday at its sleek digs on 151 Mulberry St. in Little Italy — was an idea more than 20 years in the making, according to its founder Joseph V. Scelsa. “Every group should have their culture recognized and seen by the public at large,” Scelsa told T...
Espresso Dreams and Pistachio Creams — Sicilian Chef Brings Authentic Italian Flavor to Hell’s Kitchen
Casasalvo, the “Casa” (house) of Sicilian chef Salvo Lo Castro, opened last week on 9th Avenue (bw W36/37th St) — with the mission to serve the neighborhood “the best coffee in New York City” in Salvo’s own words. Most coffee beverages, including cappuccino and espresso, are priced at a modest $2.50, because Salvo imports his beans directly from D...
Italian heritage, faith and family fuel 'American Idol' alum Christian Guardino's passion for music
"American Idol" alum Christian Guardino's Italian upbringing is baked into his art. The Patchogue, Long Island, native's father is from Sciacca, Sicily and the influence on Christian is undeniable. He discovered what turned into his lifelong passion for music during jam sessions at family gatherings. Faith is another powerful motivation for Guardin...
Community gathers for annual Italian Festival and Columbus Day Parade
Just one hour after the flag raising, local high schools and organizations marched down Main Street for the annual Columbus Day Parade. Leading the way was local law enforcement, and politicians, followed by Italian fraternal organizations, and the Binghamton High School Steel Drum Band. Like every year, school marching bands walk in the parade and...
42nd Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade marches down ‘Cristoforo Colombo Boulevard’
Thousands of spectators flocked to 18th Avenue, also known as Cristoforo Colombo Boulevard, on Saturday, Oct. 12 to enjoy the 42nd Annual Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade. The celebration began with a pre-parade mass at 11:15 a.m. at St. Athanasius R.C. Church in Bensonhurst, followed by the parade at 1 p.m. The procession kicked off at 61st Street alo...
Columbus Day celebration in Gates highlights Italian American contributions, shared culture
Some members of the Italian American community came together at the Italian American Community Center in Gates Monday to celebrate Columbus Day. Columbus was an Italian explorer, though he sailed for Spain. When Italian Americans came to New York City, they saw Columbus Day as the one day that celebrated their heritage. “The primary significance is...
Drawing the city. The Albertina academy and Turin between Eclecticism and Liberty. Exhibition
From October 22 2024, 18:30 To October 31 2024, 00:00 (Local time). IIC-NY 686 Park Avenue, NY. RSVP here. The exhibition will focus on the ways in which the Academies have designed – and continue to design – new forms of cities and common life. The Academies of Fine Arts represent an Italian tradition of great importance. They are institutions of...