I've Lived in Italy for 15 Years — and These Are My Favorite Lesser-known Destinations
If I start to wax on about how much Italy has changed in the 15 years I’ve lived here, and how crowded it’s become, someone please stop me. Yes, it’s true the crowds have increased, overwhelmingly so in some places. And yes, globalism and the global pandemic have ruthlessly affected small-scale retailers and artisanal producers of every type. Much...
Eating at Hollywood's da Barbara Is Like Sunday Dinner at Nonna's, Only Way Fancier
When approaching Chef Barbara Pollastrini's namesake newish Hollywood restaurant, it's a little like being invited to a speakeasy in New York City's Soho. Her homey eatery is hidden behind a wall of glass on the first floor of a towering behemoth at Fountain Avenue and Cahuenga Boulevard. Press a doorbell and Barbara personally greets her guests in...
Chianti Classico Villa-Farms aim for UNESCO recognition
The Board of Directors of the Italian Commission for UNESCO, chaired by Franco Bernabè, has approved the candidacy of the "Landscape of the Chianti Classico Villa-Farm System" for preliminary verification, with a view to being listed as a World Heritage Site. The candidacy, which covers seven municipalities between Florence and Siena over an area o...
How I Embraced My Italian Heritage (After My Father Tried to Bury It)
My father was ashamed of his Italian heritage. I hate to say that, but it’s true. Allow me to start at the beginning: His mother, Assunta Bevevino, immigrated to the United States from Calabria, Italy, in the early 20th century, along with countless other Europeans. I believe she was in her teens. She married his father, Phillip Paone, who was Ame...
Exploring the Coastal Charms of Cesenatico in Emilia-Romagna
Let’s face it, the coast of Italy is where you want to be for holidays and in the warm weather. However, Italian coastal towns tend to be densely populated during peak seasons, while some of them even experience such an influx year-round. Cesenatico, however, is a lesser-known coastal town worthy of exploration. Located along the picturesque Adria...
Italian Food Hall Eataly to Open First Florida Location in Aventura
World-renowned Italian food hall Eataly is officially coming to Aventura Mall in South Florida. A New Times source confirmed the news on Tuesday, July 9. Eataly will be located inside of Aventura Mall at 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Unit 3004, in Aventura. It will take up three levels and will span approximately 29,000 square feet.According to the most re...
Chocolate maker plans vegan Nutella - what's nut to like?
Chocolate giant Fererro is launching a vegan version of the popular Nutella spread to go on sale in supermarkets in Italy this autumn. Nutella's origins can be traced back to World War II when cocoa was limited and expensive. As a result, chocolate makers searched for new ways to produce their products using ingredients such as hazelnuts. Nutella's...
Join Italian Americans & Native Americans at the Next Solidarity Session - Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture 7/21
Join with leaders of Italian American organizations from around the country and officers and members of the Native American Guardian’s Association (“NAGA”) at the next monthly Zoom meeting to collaborate in opposing cancel culture. Appropriately dubbed “Solidarity Sessions – Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture” the monthly virtual sessions fos...
Italy's beautiful little city dubbed 'Venice's little sister' but with hardly any tourists
This stunning Italian city perfect for long weekends has been referred to as Venice's little sister and is home to gorgeous historical buildings. Italy is home to some fantastic city break destinations, but many of them can feel crowded with tourists. Padua in the north of the country, however, is a fantastic getaway location without the crowds. It...
How about a gelato in Italy? Take Advantage of the “Dream of Puglia Sweepstake”
Summer is here, and what’s better than enjoying a classic Italian ice cream? How about savoring it in Italy itself? L’Italo-Americano is excited to present the Dream of Puglia Sweepstake, offering you the chance for a dream trip. Purchase a ticket to enter the drawing for three prizes in our traditional lottery, supporting the publication of your b...
Palermo FC unveils new Puma home jersey in New York with club legends Luca Toni, Javier Pastore and Amauri
Palermo FC and PUMA today unveiled the Club’s new home jersey at an event in New York City with football icons, and former Palermo FC players, Luca Toni, Javier Pastore and Amauri. The historic Sicilian Club will wear the new shirt for the upcoming 2024/25 football season. In keeping with tradition, the shirt features an iconic pink color, Palermo’...
The Italian connection with… Coca Cola
The reason Coca-Cola and not green tea is consumed in copious quantities by today’s youth in Japan is a story with an Italian connection, namely Francis Gragnani, an Italian-American born in Fall River, MA. During the latter part of World War II, he was assigned as an Army Air Corps Captain to the 10th Air Force in the China, Bruma, India Theater o...