Sicily, a “pioneer” in narrating to the world the mix wine-food-territories which makes Italy unique
A dish manages to narrate the quality of raw materials, the bond with the territories, the craftsmanship, and biodiversity, but kitchen intercepts also the trends of the moment such as the growing attention to healthy nutrition, and the choice of sustainable products belonging, among other things, to the Mediterranean Diet. A sustainability, which,...
Untold Tales Of Yale’s Immigrant Artisans At New Haven Museum
Two Italian New Haveners, Francesco Coiro and Peter S. Saldibar, contributed some astonishing artistic vision and talent to Yale’s collegiate Gothic buildings in the 1920s and 1930s. Sadly, like many craftsmen of the era, they received no recognition during their lifetimes. The two artisans will finally get their due during a lunchtime webinar f...
11 Italian Car Museums to Add to Your Travel Itinerary
The great thing about auto museums is that there are thousands of them, all over the world, many of which are nestled away in places you might not have heard of and just waiting to be discovered. For auto enthusiasts on vacation, adding car museums to your itinerary can be a great way to sprinkle in some excitement that isn’t rooted in seeing ancie...
Dining Guide: Indulge In The Ultimate Modern Italian Dining Experience At Sugo Gastrobar
Nestled in the heart of Sandy Hook at 105 Church Hill Road lies Sugo Gastrobar, a restaurant that offers rich and flavorful modern Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. From brick oven charred pizzas and fresh homemade pasta to savory desserts and a large selection of wine and specialty cocktails, Sugo has something for everyone. The restauran...
How to Make a Perfect Cappuccino: Tips from an Italian Barista
Italian coffee bars can be some of the most chaotic places for a foreigner. During the morning rush hour, you’ll need to elbow your way to the counter and catch the barista’s eye to place your order. Once your espresso, espresso macchiato or cappuccino is placed before you, you are granted only a few moments to enjoy before someone else comes to ta...
Selection Process for a New Honorary Consul of Italy in Cleveland
Please note that the Consulate of Italy in Detroit plans to appoint a new Honorary Consul in Cleveland, Ohio who will be in charge of assistance tasks in favor of Italian citizens and promotion and protection of the Italian interests in its territory of competence. We invite Italian citizens who are interested in this position to express their inte...
Settimo Dolcetto is destined to be your secret pour for guests | Phil Your Glass
Dolcetto is the name of an Italian grape that grows in the Piedmont region in Northwest Italy. It is overshadowed by another Piedmont grape, Nebbiolo, that’s used to make Barolo, commonly known as the Wine of Kings. The name Dolcetto means “little sweet one;” however, this is not a sweet wine. Not even close. “It’s our everyday wine,” explained Giu...
The tourism that saves forgotten villages: Italy’s hamlets are reborn through Alberghi Diffusi
Golferenzo has just a few dozen residents, and even fewer in its historic centre. It is one of Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages: a handful of stone houses perched on the hills of Oltrepò Pavese, brimming with charm but home to few inhabitants (photo above). A few years ago, Luigi Brega and Paola Calonghi launched Borgo dei Gatti, an Albergo Diffuso...
Small Italian Massachusetts Restaurant Serves One of the Best Spaghetti Dishes in the US
Spaghetti is a delicious meal with or without meatballs, but let's be real, it's pretty easy to make at home. You grab your store-bought box of pasta and your jar of your favorite sauce, and you whip something up in no time. An easy meal for a chill night in. And yet, some pretty special places make a spaghetti dish so good, it's worth leaving the...
Puglia's Hidden Gem Is A Medieval Town With Charming Squares And Streets Tucked In The Italian Mountains
From its perch in Puglia's Gargano region, the medieval town of Monte Sant'Angelo is announced by rows of whitewashed houses tracing the slope of the hillside it's nestled upon. One of the little-known towns exuding old-world charm along Italy's coast, Monte Sant'Angelo's main attraction is the Sanctuary of San Michele, a UNESCO World Heritage Site...
THE ITALIAN CHICKS is Coming to The Rosen Performing Arts Center
Mark your calendars for a night of bold, unapologetic comedy, music, and storytelling as The Italian Chicks hit the stage at the Rosen Performing Arts Center (Wayne, NJ) on June 6 at 8 pm. Featuring Maryann Maisano, the original Italian Chick, this all-new show is packed with fresh material, outrageous characters, and even more laughs than ever. Sh...
Why there's a Pyramid in Rome? The charming history of Cestius Pyramid
It might seem strange, but it is true: in the heart of Rome there is a Pyramid and it is a real pyramid, just like those of Ancient Egypt. Built in a flash in the 1st century BC by order of a wealthy Roman politician overwhelmed by the fascination for Ancient Egypt, who wanted it as his funeral monument. It seems like an unusual case, yet in that p...