Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival kicks returns July 25-27 in Wheeling (WV)
The 42nd annual Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival is set to bring a taste of Italy to Wheeling's Heritage Port from July 26-28. The festival promises traditional food, music, and vendors, offering something for everyone. "Food, fun, and family. That's what we're going for, so most of our events revolve around food," said Michelle F...
Silicon Valley Italian Museum and Trade Hub is launched
We The Italians Ambassador, Charles Marsala, has launched a 4,950 square foot office dedicated to Italian Innovation and fostering Italian Trade. Marsala has been President of the American-Italian Federation of the Southeast since 2019 and is a former Mayor of Atherton CA. He holds regional positions in NIAF, the Italian Sons and Daughters of Ame...
‘A rebellion has begun’: Newton residents repaint Italian flag traffic stripes
When Jordan Lee Wagner thinks about Nonantum, he doesn’t just picture a neighborhood in Newton. He sees a tight-knit place where immigrants are welcomed with open arms and where generations of stories and memories have been fostered. “You don’t see that much anymore, and certainly not 15 minute commute down to a major American city,” Wagner said. “...
How did Federal Hill become Providence's dining destination? A rich history helped
How did Federal Hill gain its reputation for Italian food? Start with a look at a timeline of restaurants and markets in Providence and you'll get it. 1914: Camille’s is opened at 174 Atwells Ave. by Pasquale Parolisi as Marconi’s Restaurant. It moves to its current space in a small part of a mansion on Bradford Street in 1919. In 1952, it is renam...
I'm from Italy and love visiting this small, breathtaking village that's less than 2 hours from Rome
As someone who was born and raised in Rome, I know firsthand that there's nothing more enjoyable than the city's vibrant atmosphere and friendly community. But if you're looking for a lesser-known place where you can reconnect with nature and enjoy a more peaceful environment, you'll need to look beyond the typical tourist areas. That's why I love...
Love charms, frog bread, letters and wakes: How the Irish and Italians handled emigration to the US
The idea for Rituals of Migration emerged when we began to compare the customs surrounding emigration from Ireland and Italy. In Ireland, local communities bade farewell to emigrants they would never see again by holding an “American wake,” an all-night ceremony with drinking, music, and keening. In Italy, although the chances of returning were muc...
The Italian Silicon Valley is in Naples
Naples is known worldwide for a myriad of reasons: its cuisine, its music, the sea, its folklore. In short, when thinking of the Neapolitan city, a long list of cultural elements immediately comes to mind, elements we now define with the expression “soft power”. Among these, however, it’s rare to imagine the tech industry. Yet, over the past ten ye...
What is driving pasta’s resurgence in the US?
Pasta has long been a budget-friendly staple in many US households, but over the past year as inflation has continued to creep up and consumer sentiment down, sales of spaghetti, penne and the plethora of other pasta have ticked up – fueled in part by a nearly 11% bump in social conversations and 36% increase on restaurant menus in the past year, a...
All 49 Blue Flag beaches in Sardinia for 2025
With 49 Blue Flag beaches for 2025, Sardinia remains one of the most sought-after destinations in the Mediterranean. This prestigious award recognises not only the quality of the water but also the commitment to environmental sustainability and high-quality tourist services. The awarded locations showcase the best of Sardinia’s beach offering, prov...
Concorso Italiano announces 40th anniversary event schedule
Concorso Italiano has announced their 40th anniversary car event will take place Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Bayonet Black Horse, on California's scenic Monterey Peninsula. Held during the famed Monterey Car Week, the celebration of Italian cars and style will reunite owners, collectors, and enthusiasts for a day of camaraderie and stunning vehic...
Roman-era mosaic panel with erotic theme that was stolen during World War II returns to Pompeii
A mosaic panel on travertine slabs, depicting an erotic theme from the Roman era, was returned to the archaeological park of Pompeii on Tuesday, after being stolen by a Nazi German captain during World War II. The artwork was repatriated from Germany through diplomatic channels, arranged by the Italian Consulate in Stuttgart, Germany, after having...
Whatever the genre, Dion's music still focuses on life's larger questions
What does a longtime musician, troubadour, rock and roll hall of fame inductee and contemplative Catholic do for an encore? If you're Dion DiMucci, you just keep on making new music, and singing the praises of a Christ-centered existence. DiMucci, known throughout his nearly 70-year recording career by his first name Dion, distinguished himself fro...