Viewpoint: Costa Paradiso, Sardinia
Crystal-clear azure waters lap the shores of Costa Paradiso, a less-visited corner in the northern coastline of Sardinia. Nestled within a rugged landscape, this breathtaking destination is a haven for those seeking both serenity and adventure, far from the crowded hotspots of the island. Sardinia’s aptly named Costa Paradiso, or the Paradise Coast...
Sprinter Vincent Ciattei
After years of grueling training and long-harbored dreams, falling just short of making the U.S. Olympic team can deal a devastating blow to any athlete. While it certainly was a blow for Vincent Ciattei, it also spelled a qualitative leap in performance that has opened the door to exciting new opportunities for his track-and-field career. The 29-y...
Italian or American? The Truth About Fettuccine Alfredo
If Italians put just one tenth of the passion they spend discussing food into debating politics, we’d be a nation of fine statesmen. The country might be on the brink of yet another recession, but what really matters to us is establishing the right cut of pork-meat for our carbonara. Even if the world has an overall positive opinion of us (we dress...
From food truck to cafe: Italian spot opening this fall in Boise
The owners of a local cannoli food truck are opening a brick-and-mortar location and expanding the menu. Caffè Sorrento is opening up shop this fall at 10668 West Overland Road in Boise, which is in the former Flour Child cake shop. Flour Child closed last December. Caffè Sorrento owners Tony and Emma Curcuru also operate The Tony Cannoli — a food...
What to do in a weekend in Arezzo: the perfect itinerary
Arezzo, a city in Tuscany, is a place rich in history, art and culture. This proliferation of immense beauty, together with other factors, contributes to making this wonderful city the right location for a weekend of discovery and relaxation. Here, then, is a detailed guide - hour by hour - on what to do on a weekend in Arezzo, from Friday to Sunda...
NJ Author Marlana DeMarco Hogan Lives a Life of Love, Learning, and Literature
In New Jersey, a talented author has been weaving a tapestry of stories that celebrate family, tradition, and the beauty of childhood. Marlana DeMarco Hogan, a retired Italian teacher and passionate storyteller, has written a series of five children’s books that transport readers through time and place, from the sun-kissed hills of Italy to the san...
How AI Is Deciphering Lost Scrolls From the Roman Empire
Researchers are using cutting-edge AI models to “read” ancient scrolls superheated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79, which covered much of the Bay of Naples in ash—including the now-famous towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Though the work to decode the scrolls began centuries before the artificial intelligence revolution emerged, myriad new...
“Ingredients/The secrets of Italian Cuisine” series – POMODORO – TOMATO
When: September 25 2024 from 18:00 to 19:30 (Local time) - Place: Italian Cultural Institute in New York 686 Park Avenue, NY - with Pasquale Cozzolino Chef of Ribalta – Italian Restaurant in NY Tomato plays a central role in Italian cuisine and represents a true symbol of our culinary identity. Originating from the Americas and introduced to Italy...
Mantua, what to see: the 10 places not to miss
Mantua, located in the heart of the Po Valley, nestled between the calm waters of the lakes formed by the Mincio River that embrace it like a precious jewel, is a city that seems to have stepped out of a fairy tale. Known for its rich history, featuring such illustrious dynasties as the Gonzaga, Mantua is a city where every corner tells a story of...
DelGrosso's Amusement Park serves up Italian-themed family fun
An Italian-themed amusement park entertaining families since 1946 has blended the perfect ingredients for fun in Tipton, Pa. DelGrosso’s Park and Laguna Splash is a seasonal destination boasting more than 30 rides, an expansive Italian-themed waterpark and famous food, all made possible because two Italian immigrants met and fell in love — over a p...
Sylvester Stallone Offers Exciting Update on Rocky Prequel Series
Hollywood icon and action movie superstar Sylvester Stallone is now working on bringing back one of his most iconic creations, Rocky, in a prequel project. The actor revealed that he is now writing the project while appearing on the Inspire Me podcast, saying that the script “seems to write itself.” "The Rocky prequel is very near and dear to my he...
Cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, Italian DNA study paves way for new therapeutic targets
A team of researchers from the University of Padua has discovered the presence of i-Motifs (iMs) structures in human cells capable of controlling the expression of cellular genes. The results of the study, published in Nucleic Acid Research, lay the groundwork for new therapeutic targets for cancer, infectious and neurodegenerative diseases. “In ou...