Celebrating San Ranieri: Pisa's iconic light festival
When we think of Pisa, we think of its leaning tower, but there is much more in town to enjoy, starting with the famous Luminara di San Ranieri, one of the most charming and visually striking traditions in Italy, celebrated every year on the evening of June 16th. Held in honor of San Ranieri, the city’s patron saint, the event transforms the histo...
Italy sees major boom in blueberry farming: acreage up 172% since 2015
Italy’s blueberry industry is experiencing explosive growth, with the area under cultivation expanding by 172% since 2015 and production tripling in the same timeframe. Thanks to its diverse climates, growing consumer interest, and high market prices, the country is quickly becoming a notable force in the global blueberry trade. Once largely confin...
Rome named best city in the world to discover on foot
Rome has been ranked the best city in the world to explore on foot, according to a new international list compiled by GuruWalk, a free walking tour platform that connects local guides with travelers eager to experience cities in a more alternative, slow-paced, and sustainable way. The Top 100 Best Walking Cities ranking highlights destinations that...
Stroll in the Piazza: Italian Music Collection
You are cordially invited to attend, “Stroll in the Piazza: Italian Music Collection” a special musical performance by acclaimed international concert violinist Dr. David Podles on Saturday, June 14th, 3:00 pm. at the Italian American Museum - 151 Mulberry St, New York, NY. Acclaimed International Concert Violinist Dr. David Podles presents the mos...
A Newport summer tradition, Italianfest set to return to city’s Festival Park June 12-15
Italianfest, one of Northern Kentucky’s most beloved summer traditions, is returning to Newport Festival Park from June 12-15. Set along the Ohio River between the Purple People and Taylor-Southgate Bridges, the festival offers free admission and is expected to welcome over 120,000 attendees. “Newport Italianfest is a cherished tradition that bring...
Tucci in Italy: Recap 3 – Trentino Alto Adige’s Food and Culture
In episode three of Tucci in Italy, Stanley Tucci arrives in Trentino Alto Adige, a region in the north shaped by soaring peaks, strong cultural traditions, and layers of identity shaped by more than just nationality. Here, Austrian heritage meets Italian life, and the German language is still heard on the street in many areas. The food, like the p...
This Lakeside Village on Lake Como Has Beautiful Villas, Stunning Views, and the Perfect Italian Ambiance
Lake Como is an undeniably gorgeous destination in Northern Italy. While we’ve visited other bucket list spots in northern Italy like Venice, Milan, and Cinque Terre, Lake Como really stood out amongst the rest. And while basically every town on Lake Como is charming, Varenna is truly one of the most beautiful towns (and one of my favorites) on the...
From California to Cannoli: Dara’s Sicilian Life with Santi
Sometimes life takes you exactly where you’re supposed to be, even if you never planned it. In 2015, Dara Shahraki was visiting Sicily with her family - twelve of them in total - on a trip meant to reconnect with their roots. Dara’s mother had emigrated from Sicily to America in the 1960s, but she wanted her children to experience the island firsth...
ITA Considering New Routes to U.S.
ITA Airways, the flag carrier of Italy, is reportedly exploring new routes to the U.S. According to a report from Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, ITA is considering launching nonstop routes from Rome to Newark, New Jersey, and Houston. Corriere cited individuals with knowledge of the airline’s planning; ITA declined to comment. The report sa...
The 'quiet' Italian seaside town that's tucked away with incredible food and low prices
taly is a country loved by tourists and it’s easy to see why. The nation has so much to offer, from stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters to some of the best food in the world. But with all this popularity comes overcrowding, and some spots are struggling with the number of tourists. In good news, there are still a few places that are tucked a...
Pisillo Returns to the Heart of Chelsea
With over 506,000 claiming Italian-American heritage, New York City remains the largest Italian city outside of Italy, and food remains very intertwined with the culture. Everyone knows of Manhattan’s iconic (if shrinking) Little Italy, and foodies flock to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. But Chelsea is becoming a destination in and of itself, specific...
Putnam Columbus Day Parade returns
Following a hiatus of several years, Putnam County’s Columbus Day Parade returns this fall. On Sunday more than 350 people gathered at the Villa Barone in Mahopac for the Italian American Club of Mahopac’s Columbus Day banquet tabbed “Bridging the Old World with the New World.” Parade Grand Marshall Frank Lombardi, a member of the Carmel Town Board...