UFT Italian-American Heritage Committee dinner
The last time the UFT Italian-American Heritage Committee hosted a dinner, UFT founder George Altomare and longtime Bronx district representative Patricia Filomena — both former committee chairs — were in attendance. And while both died this year, they were on the minds of all 35 members in attendance at Mario’s Restaurant in the Bronx on Oct. 26 a...
L.I. Man “Honors and Defends” Italian American Heritage Via Television Program
When Dave Anthony Setteducati and his wife joined the local Sons of Italy lodge in Smithtown, NY several years ago, they were looking to make new friends that shared the same heritage. After all, Nassau and Suffolk counties have one of the largest numbers of Italian surnamed families in the country! Not only did they make many new connections, but...
IABF selected for NYS baseball hall of fame
The Italian American Baseball Foundation continues to grow and influence the game of baseball domestically and globally. The organization has been selected for induction into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame in 2024 for its efforts. The announcement was made by Rene LeRoux, Executive Director of the Hall. “The IABF is honored to be inducted...
2023 in Review: IACC Marks a Year of Achievements with a Successful Gala
A grand celebration took place in Lower Manhattan at the 25 Spring club to celebrate the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce. Over 300 people attended the gala, bringing together members from institutions, the financial sector, business, and media. President Alberto Milani, accompanied by Executive Director Federico Tozzi, expressed gratitude to the...
Cult Shop: the last butcher in Little Italy
There are many words to describe New York’s Little Italy; “Italian” is increasingly not one of them. Rising rents and rapid gentrification have pushed this once 30-block neighbourhood into a tiny square of the city. At last count, none of its residents was born in Italy. There is, however, at least one surprising survivor: Albanese Meats & Poultry,...
Basilicata Unveiled: A Night of Culture and Music in New York City
In a captivating evening hosted at the Italian Cultural Institute in New York, the region of Basilicata took center stage with its rich cultural heritage. The event saw the presence of Fabio Finotti, the director of the Institute, Consul General Fabrizio Di Michele, and the President of Basilicata, Vito Bardi, who provided a journey into the treasu...
The Oldest Italian Bakery In America Makes 40,000 Rainbow Cookies Every Day
If you’ve been to a Christmas party in New York (or anywhere with a big Italian population), you've probably seen a big platter of Italian cookies of all types. There are pignoli cookies, cuccidati, spritz cookies, and so many more. But my (and many people’s) favorite is the rainbow cookie. Also known as tri colore after the Italian flag, the layer...
‘We’re very proud of our Italian heritage,’ says Tommy DeVito’s agent after viral NFL moment
While rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito was stealing the show with his performance on the field, his agent Sean Stellato was grabbing all the headlines off it. Donned in an elegant black pinstripe suit and sporting a matching fedora, Stellato’s brief appearance went viral on Monday ahead of the New York Giants’ win against the Green Bay Packers. The...
The Legend of Patsy's: An Oral History of an Italian Restaurant Icon
If the red sauce-splattered walls could talk in this small two-story building in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, they’d have stories for days. Patsy’s Italian Restaurant, owned and run by the personable Scognamillo family, is a cultural touchstone in New York, a local icon akin to an Italian Empire State Building. Salvatore Scognamillo, or Sal to e...
Anthony Nunziata to perform ‘My Italian Christmas Concert!’ Dec. 23 at Yorktown Stage, with PMHS junior Grace Kiamie as guest
Direct from sold-out concerts at Carnegie Hall, Café Carlyle and 54 Below Nightclub, Anthony Nunziata – with his Michael Buble/Andrea Bocelli-esque voice – will win your heart and applause on a special one-night-only performance on Saturday December 23rd 7:30pm at Yorktown Stage. His hit holiday show includes your Christmas favorites, Italian arias...
New York Panettone Festival comes back to Long Island City
The 3rd annual New York Panettone Festival is coming back to Long Island City, taking place December 15-17, while supplies last. The festival, sponsored by TF Cornerstone and Bauli, will be held at TFC Piazza’s; part of TFC’s two-tower luxury development complex in Long Island City’s Hunters Point South. For those unfamiliar with this Italian holi...
Tommy DeVito’s cheering section broke out in the most Italian celebration ever after his second half TD
No matter the final score, the Tommy DeVito cheering section officially won Monday night’s New York Giants game against the Green Bay Packers. While watching from the stands at MetLife Stadium, DeVito’s father and agent engaged in the most Italian-approved hand gestures and even planted big smooches on each other’s cheeks as they rooted for Giants...