Spotlight on Jennifer Di Fatta: Championing Women in Mississippi’s Film Industry
In the heart of Mississippi, Jennifer Di Fatta is forging a compelling narrative—not just through the stories she aims to tell on screen, but through the personal and professional journey she shares with aspiring women in film. A current film student and aspiring producer, Di Fatta ‘s candid voice adds depth to the ongoing conversation about gender...
Italian American Dignitaries and Scholars Honored by the Sons of Italy Foundation at 36th Annual NELA Gala
Leaders in government, medicine, public service, the arts, and cinema were honored at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington D.C. on Thursday by the Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) at its 36th Annual National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala, celebrating the region of Lombardy. The SIF awarded nearly $200,0...
Mariners’ Italian Heritage Night June 30
A taste of Italy with the Seattle Mariners! Get your tickets for the annual Italian Heritage Night at T-Mobile Park on Mon June 30 against the Kansas City Royals. Italian Heritage Night is the perfect chance to gather at T-Mobile Park with your friends and family in the Italian Community! With this exclusive offer on June 30, you can score a Marine...
Buying a historic house in Italy: living inside history
Buying a historic house in Italy is not just a real estate choice: it means living in buildings that tell centuries of history, in villages where time seems to have stopped. If you are thinking about moving to Italy or buying a second home, and you are attracted by the idea of living in a place that has endured through the centuries, in this articl...
Luca Turci lends a credible roster of serious Italian fare to Park Avenue
Social media considerations have become a reality in restaurant design and, frankly, I’m here for it. I get a kick out of whimsical interiors and their statement pieces intended to influence the influencer. Striking bars and ambient lighting? Why, they’re Instagram gold. But this tendency toward kitschy luminous signs and fake grass walls? Heavens...
Why Is Michelangelo’s David So Important?
Calling Michelangelo’s David iconic is something of an understatement: A monument of art history both literally and figuratively, it is undoubtedly the world’s most famous sculpture—and, with a height of nearly 14 feet and a weight of more than six tons, impossible to ignore. Fashioned from white Carrara marble and depicting its subject completely...
At Vegas' old Italian mob hangout, even the feds 'minded their own business'
I’m looking at a giant framed photo of Frank Sinatra holding a cocktail (black and white save for his eyes, which are, of course, blue). On my table are giant platters of classic red-sauce fare: meatballs, sauteed peppers, ricotta ravioli drenched in marinara. Through an archway of the dining room where I’m seated, a crooner is singing old standar...
Did they earn a lot in Ancient Rome: impressive figures in dollar terms
One of the largest and richest states of its time was the Roman Empire: the only state that could challenge it was the Chinese Han Empire. UNN reports on how much the inhabitants of ancient Rome could earn and how much it costs in modern money, citing a publication in the journal Nature Communications. Scientists compared Rome in 165 AD and the Han...
Nessun Dorma Is a Riverwest Classic
Nessun Dorma, named for a famous aria in Puccini’s opera Turandot, lived up to its name when a companion and I came for dinner on a Wednesday. We noticed a keyboard in the corner of the bar and to our surprise, at exactly 7:30, a young woman with blue hair dressed in jeans, a sweater, and boots, stepped up and began singing an aria. She had a beaut...
Italy’s Polignano a Mare Offers Ancient Roman Heritage Dramatic Limestone Cliffs and Authentic Coastal Charm Away from Crowded Tourist Destinations
Italy’s Polignano a Mare stands out as a captivating coastal escape where ancient Roman heritage meets dramatic limestone cliffs and authentic charm. Unlike crowded tourist hotspots, this hidden gem invites travelers to explore its rich history, stroll through picturesque old streets, and enjoy serene beaches with crystal-clear waters. With its uni...
screening > Posso entrare? An Ode to Naples
On the occasion of the celebrations for the 2500 years of history of the city of Naples and of Fare Cinema, an initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperations to promote Italian cinema and Italian cinema in the world, we host a special screening of the documentary Posso entrare? An Ode to Naples, written and directed by...
10 jaw-dropping ceilings in Italy you won't believe exist
Where are the most impressive (and sometimes hidden) ceilings in Italy? Exploring these masterpieces scattered throughout the country is a unique and thrilling journey through art, history, and architecture. Illusionistic ceiling painting—featuring the challenging "from-below" perspective—was born in the Renaissance with Melozzo da Forlì and flouri...