Fall rail journeys from Rome: new scenic routes through Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont
This coming fall, FS Treni Turistici Italiani—the division of Italy’s State Railways focused on leisure travel—will launch a series of new rail journeys departing from Rome and heading toward Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont. These routes are crafted for travelers looking to enjoy a slower pace, eco-conscious travel, and a cozy ride aboard fully updat...
John N. LaCorte – Preserving Italian American History and Culture
The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge – often called the Verrazzano Bridge – is among the acclaimed bridges in New York, and often noted as one of the most well-known bridges in America. Not as well known is John N. LaCorte, a pioneer in advocating Italian American history and culture, and the man responsible for naming the bridge after Italian explorer Gi...
What Most Nutella Fans Don't Know About Its Lesser-Known Italian Ancestor
At this point, is Nutella a spread or a lifestyle? For more than 60 years, the chocolate-hazelnut delicacy has elevated the taste of toast, croissants, and milkshakes worldwide. It's even been used to give savory snacks like pizza or grilled cheese a dessert twist, and several official Nutella cafes across the United States serve up baguettes, poun...
Supino Pizzeria to open 3rd location in Oakland County (MI) suburb
One of Detroit's favorite names in pizza, Supino is planning a third location in 2026. Set to open in Beverly Hills at the Market Fresh shopping plaza at Southfield and 13 Mile roads, this will be the first Supino Pizzeria in Oakland County. "We can do a beer-and-a-slice kind of thing, but we can also do special occasions," said owner Dave Mancini...
1 euro houses in Sardinia 2025: where they are and how to buy them
In 2025, 1 euro houses in Italy continue to attract the attention of many people from around the world. This programme, created to combat the depopulation of small villages and bring abandoned historic town centres back to life, also extends to the territories of Sardinia, enriching the island’s property market with a range of truly enticing offers...
NY’s ‘Italian American of the Year’ shares dream of Smithsonian museum — and why he’s rubbing elbows with MLB stars
Rome wasn’t built in a day, either. New York’s “Italian American of the Year” has big aspirations to spotlight the powerful paesans who have been the nation’s backbone for generations: a Smithsonian museum dedicated to culture Italiano. “It’s not about the Sunday sauce,” Chris Vaccaro, founder of the Italian American Heritage Society of Long Island...
XLIV Italian Bowl, American Football League Unveils the 'Gionni Colombo Trophy'
The Italian Super Bowl of American Football is now in full bloom in Toledo, Ohio, as the top teams battle for national glory. The winner of the XLIV Italian Bowl, taking place on June 28, will not only earn the championship title—but also bring home a one-of-a-kind trophy: the Gionni Colombo Trophy, an extraordinary fusion of Italian artistry and a...
Talk “From Carpentry to Masterpieces. How Italian-Made excellence creates extraordinary shapes”
On Thursday, June 19th, at 6.30 pm the Italian Cultural Institute in Miami (209 Altara Ave., Coral Gables) will host the talk From Carpentry to Masterpieces. How Italian-Made excellence creates extraordinary shapes, a special event dedicated to innovation in architectural design and the promotion of Made in Italy through the integration of advanced...
‘No Space For Bezos’: Venice Locals Protest Billionaire Jeff Bezos As Italian Wedding Looms
Venice locals are staging protests against Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and the fourth richest man in the world, as his wedding to journalist Lauren Sánchez looms later this month, with a group called “No Space For Bezos” hosting a demonstration Friday afternoon to protest what they fear will be an extravagant display of the billionaire’s wealth. “No...
Bikers rally to bring back statues of Columbus, Caesar Rodney
Motorcycle enthusiasts who want the return of Italian-American statues rallied on June 1 for a ride that included stops in Wilmington, Del., Media, Pa., and Port Deposit, Md. The purpose of their ride was to show their support for reinstating the statues of Christopher Columbus and Caesar Rodney in Wilmington. The Columbus statue once towered over...
Italian Feast returns to Springfield’s South End (MA) with reopening of historic social club
Casa Italiana is celebrating its grand opening in the newly restored Italian Social Club in Springfield’s South End. In a news release from Christopher DiMauro with the Order of the Sons and Daughters of Italy in Springfield, the historic Social Club was founded in 1897 and was a cornerstone for the Italian community. With new leadership and revita...
The Ultimate Medieval Castles Tour in Italy: live history from Emilia-Romagna to Tuscany
Castles are undoubtedly among our favorite architectural treasures. Majestic and imposing, they offer breathtaking views from their towers and evoke a fairytale-like and romantic atmosphere. While we’ve previously focused on specific areas or regions, in this journey we’d like to broaden our horizons and include some territories rich in castles. We...