Why This ‘Secret’ Italian Riviera City Should Be On Your Must-See List
The eastern coast of the Italian Riviera, beginning in Genoa and ending at the Tuscan border, ranks among the most famous seasides in the world, with wildly popular resorts like Portofino and Cinque Terre. While there are still uncrowded hamlets to explore, there’s also a remarkable, lesser-known Riviera city, Chiavari, that you should add to your...
Hunting for the Perfect Italian Cookies in Houston — Like My Mom and Grandma Made
It seems like my mom is always making cookies when we talk on the phone. Over a thousand miles away, I imagine the buttery first bite of her thumbprint cookies, with their signature chocolate center hugged by perfectly squishy dough. This past Christmas season, when she told me about all the types of cookies she was making, I felt a panic race to m...
Florence, reopens Villa La Quiete garden, Medici masterpiece and treasure trove of 18th-century botany
For the first time in its history, the historic Garden of Villa La Quiete opens its doors to the public. A secret place, a precious 18th-century treasure chest hidden in the greenery of the Castello district in Florence, the garden represents one of the most authentic testimonies of the Medici landscape, which has remained intact over the centuries...
Walla Walla and Cannara linked by sculpture of St. Francis
When a relationship reaches a milestone, it’s time to celebrate. That’s what happened a few months ago when Walla Walla and its sister city Cannara, a small town in central Umbria, celebrated 10 years of friendship with a gift that carries significant meaning. To recognize the signing of the pact of friendship, Cannara sent its sister city a scale...
Italy’s climate envoy seeks US partnership on nuclear and clean energy
Francesco Corvaro spent last week in Washington engaging US Department of Energy officials on nuclear fission and fusion, geothermal power and biofuels. He highlighted strong US interest in Italy’s high‑quality supply chain and warned that nuclear power is essential to meet growing electricity demand alongside renewables. “It was fruitful to engage...
Amerigo Vespucci Society Honors Deceased Members at Annual Memorial Mass
The Amerigo Vespucci Society (AVS) of Long Branch, New Jersey, held its annual memorial service this past Sunday, May 5, at Holy Trinity Church of Christ the King Parish, an Italian parish within the Diocese of Trenton. The solemn event, a tradition spanning decades, honors the deceased members of the historic fraternal organization. The Catholic M...
A race of devotion: Gubbio’s ancient Festa dei Ceri honors Saint Ubaldo
The Festa dei Ceri, or Saint Ubaldo Day, is a centuries-old tradition held annually on May 15 in the medieval town of Gubbio, in Umbria. The festivity honors Saint Ubaldo Baldassini, the town’s patron saint, who died in 1160. Central to the celebration is the Corsa dei Ceri, a unique procession during which three towering wooden structures, each to...
Tuscany’s renaissance cities: a night of art, history, and wine
The past few months, Convivio, has been honored to present a series of lectures on the history of Italy through the work of Dr. Joanne Ferraro, a notable historian, and Professor Emerita of History at San Diego State University. We are excited to announce the next installment of our Colloqui Discussion Series. On June 5, 2025, Convivio Society inv...
There's a 'Sopranos' Reunion on Netflix This Week With This Brand-New Feel-Good Comedy
Few things in life feel as good, warm, and comforting as a grandmother's hug. While The Sopranos hardly conjures such welcoming vibes, three stars from the hit HBO mob drama headline Nonnas, a new PG-rated Netflix comedy for the whole family to indulge in together on May 9, 2025. In addition to HBO alum Vince Vaughn (True Detective), Nonnas stars T...
Chamois: the Italian town without cars
In Italy, there is a small town where no car has ever arrived. Chamois, perched at 1815 meters in the Aosta Valley, is the only Italian town accessible exclusively by cable car or on foot. No paved roads, no honking, no parking. Just think for a moment: how do you do the shopping? How do you take a child to school? How does an ambulance get there i...
Italian American Podcast Ep. 367 Fight For Your Rights! The Italian American Civil Rights League!
Join us for an engaging conversation with Gerard Maroney and Mike Crispi, two key figures in the revival of the Italian American Civil Rights League. These guests take us on a journey through their Italian roots, sharing stories that highlight the vibrant culinary traditions of Naples and Sicily. As we indulge in our shared love for tripe and discu...
Experience Italy in Dance NOW! Miami’s world premiere of ‘Terra Mia | My Land’ at Broward, Aventura centers
Diego Salterini, cofounder of Dance NOW! Miami, describes his latest choreographic work, “Terra Mia | My Land,” as an exploration of feeling and place. The 30-minute abstract ballet gets it inspiration from Salterini’s Italian roots. “Italy is a dance of contrasts: haute couture alongside ancient cobblestones, a young artist harmonizing with the le...