Campi dei Nonni – Regional Sundays Series – Piemonte
Sunday 09/08/2024 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Museo Italo Americano - 2 Marina Blvd, Building C - San Francisco, CA. Join us for a celebration of Piemonte and be transported to the wine country of the Langhe. Photographer Matt O’Brien will present work from “Campi dei Nonni,” his captivating exploration of traditional farming, winemaking, and family life in...
‘Vermiglio’ Review: A Grave and Gorgeous Hymn to Life and Death in a Midcentury Italian Alpine Village
With head bowed, over clasped hands, Italian director Maura Delpero‘s quietly breathtaking “Vermiglio” unfolds from tiny tactile details of furnishings and fabrics and the hide of a dairy cow, into a momentous vision of everyday rural existence in the high Italian Alps. ar away, the Second World War is ending — an earthshaking event felt here only...
St. Rocco’s celebrates Italian heritage in Hulberton, NY
Joe Morlino was among many volunteers cooking food at St. Rocco’s Italian Festival on Sunday in Hulberton. The event has been a big fundraiser for the St. Mark’s and St. Mary’s Catholic Parish. Morlino has been volunteering at the festival for 20 years. He is cooking French fries, ravioli and mozzarella sticks. The festival included a bocce tournam...
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, day 5: lots of new medals for Italy
Gold medal and world record for Simone Barlaam in the 50-style S9. The Italian set a new world record by swimming 23"90. Gold also for Giulia Ghiretti in the 100 breaststroke SB4. Manuel Bortuzzo takes bronze in the 100 breaststroke Sb4 at the Paris Palalympics. Shortly before, Federico Bicelli triumphed in the 400 S7 style. Behind him were Trusov...
NIAF is proud to announce Admiral Lisa Franchetti as one of our 49th Anniversary Gala Honorees!
Admiral Franchetti is the Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy. She is not only a proud Italian American, but the first women to ever serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Admiral Franchetti’s distinguished 39-year career includes combat experience, leadership of a carrier strike group deployment, and senior strategy roles. On top of...
Hidden Gems of Italy: A Student's Guide to Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations
Italy, a land known for its rich history, iconic landmarks, and mouth-watering cuisine, has long been a favorite destination for travelers. Yet, beyond the well-trodden paths of Rome, Venice, and Florence, lies a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be explored. For college students balancing studying, assignments, and the occasional break from...
MIDA Italian restaurant expanding to The Fenway section
Chef and restaurateur Douglass Williams, and business partner, Seth Gerber, are opening a fourth location of their Italian restaurant, MIDA, in The Fenway neighborhood this October. The new MIDA location at 1391 Boylston St. will further build on the brand’s growing popularity. In preparation for this expansion, DW French, their French brasserie, h...
Dining in Sicily within Castles, Caves, and ancient Convents: the Gambero Rosso guide
Imagine dining in the halls of medieval castles, surrounded by tapestries, paintings, and fortified walls where soldiers and knights once clashed in long battles. Or perhaps enjoying a pizza 400 meters underground, in the heart of a centuries-old cave nestled within an archaeological park. Then there are villas and 18th-century residences that have...
Story of Giancarlo Parretti, Flamboyant Italian Financier Who Bought MGM and Was Ousted, Is Headed to the Big Screen
The story of Giancarlo Parretti, the flamboyant Italian waiter-turned-financier who bought MGM in 1990 and was ousted and indicted when his takeover deal for the Hollywood studio collapsed, is in early stages of getting the big screen treatment. Independent Los-Angeles-based film producer Niels Juul (“Ferrari,” “Killers of the Flower Moon”) has tra...
All roads lead to Rome, but the Via Appia is the one to admire
The start of the Via Appia is nothing short of remarkable. You’re in Rome, right in the city center. After leaving the Circus Maximus behind, you navigate the bustling streets, quickly making your way down the grand avenue toward the Baths of Caracalla. You arrive at Piazzale Numa Pompilio, just steps away from the home of Alberto Sordi, the quinte...
Johnnie’s Italian Specialties to Open “Johnnie’s By the Sea” in Wildwood
Wildwood food enthusiasts, prepare to savor a taste of Italian delight right by the shore! Johnnie’s Italian Specialties, celebrated for its delectable Italian cuisine and authentic flavors, is expanding to Wildwood with a new location aptly named “Johnnie’s By the Sea.” Many may recognize Johnnie’s Italian Specialties from its popular main locatio...
An Art Historian's Guide to Milan's Museums
Let’s get straight to the point. Milan is never going to be the first point of call on an art-driven tour of Italy. There are other perceived priorities to address first. First and foremost is the Holy Trinity of Venice, Florence, and Rome respectively for the demi-Gods of Titian, Raphael, and Michelangelo. Plus, the travel route that takes you fro...