Cinque Terre Like a Local
“What is it with the Americans and Cinque Terre?” asked a Danish fellow dining beside me at La Cantina di Miky in Monterosso al Mare. “We thought we found a hidden gem, then we got here, and I’ve never seen so many Americans in my life.” For better or worse, Italy’s famed Cinque Terre, or “Five Towns,” is an American darling. The craggy, vertigino...
Lecture about Italian opera sure to sound sweet
The Marilyn Horne Museum at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will host a bit of Italy in Bradford during a multimedia lecture by opera author and speaker August Ventura. The presentation will be entitled, “There’s Something About Verdi.” It will be held at 1 p.m. June 15 in Bromeley Family Theater in Blaisdell Hall. The presentation will of...
IT-AM: Virtual Expo for We The Italians
We the Italians launches IT-AM Expo, the virtual platform for Made in Italy, developed by Carraro LAB. We the Italians, the leading company in connecting Italy with the community of more than 20 million Italian Americans in the United States, next Monday at their annual gala will present IT-AM Expo, an innovative project to promote Made in Italy ma...
New statue in New Haven celebrating Italian American heritage gets mixed reactions
David Lee strummed a guitar while sitting on his front porch in New Haven. He lives two blocks away from Wooster Square Park, where the city installed a new sculpture representing an Italian American immigrant family, replacing a controversial one of Christopher Columbus which was removed by the city. Lee understands why the old statue means so muc...
Italian American Scientist Antonio Giordano Among Top 500 Global Scientists in Medicine
Italian American Antonio Giordano climbs the ranking of the top 500 scientists in the world - out of thousands selected - in the global hit list of scientists in medicine. A pride for Italy but also for the States. It was decreed by Research.com which, in the 2024 edition, identifies the researcher of Neapolitan origins among the best scientists in...
Athletics, European Championships in Rome: Italy reaches 20 medals. Yesterday gold for Tamberi and triumph for Battocletti
At the European Athletics Championships in Rome last night Nadia Battocletti dominated the 10,000 meters, taking the Italian record to 30'51"32. Gimbo Tamberi in the high jump almost lost, then won on an evening that sent the Olympic Stadium into a frenzy. There are now 20 medals, thanks to Alessandro Sibilio's silver in the 400 hurdles with the It...
Furore, Il Paese Che Non c'è
Furore, a little village along the Amalfi Coast between Amalfi and Positano, is almost hiding in plain sight. Known as il paese che non c’è (“the village that isn’t there”), it is a collection of scattered houses and unique natural spots that make it seem like a place out of a fairy tale. Indeed, this unique geography and layout make Furore blend i...
Amerigo Vespucci and Villaggio Italia
Mark your calendar: from July 3-8, 2024, experience an extraordinary celebration of the uniqueness and beauty of “Made in Italy” in Los Angeles. For the first time ever, the iconic training ship of the Italian Navy, Amerigo Vespucci, will arrive at the Port of Los Angeles. This historic visit will be accompanied by a special air show featuring the...
The Hoboken Italian Festival Sets Dates For 2024 in New Jersey
This event may be the most stereotypical New Jersey event that I’ve seen, and I’m so here for it. The Garden State is known for its Italian ties and there’s a celebration happening in Hoboken that is all things Italian. The Hoboken Italian Festival is one of the biggest festivals in the Tri-State area. Their website describes this yearly event as a...
The 5: Cinque Città That Aren't Cinque Terre
Over four million tourists came through the UNESCO heritage site of Cinque Terre in 2023, all crammed into an area no larger than one kilometer. Sure, the collection of towns is an icon for a reason, but they aren’t entirely unique, especially in Liguria. Kaleidoscope-colored houses, windows selling oily focaccia, clear and sparkling sea, and hikin...
Taste, Meet Tradition: Brody’s Italian returns with new name, look
There’s an Italian saying that goes, “Essere la ciliegina sulla torta,” which translates to “being the icing on the cake.” It refers to the final touch or the detail that makes something complete. That’s just what Jason Brody has been up to at his restaurant at 10810 N. Tatum Boulevard. After a recent rebrand and remodel, Nick’s Italian is now Brod...
Lesser-known Italian seaside city has Europe's must visit attraction this summer
A pretty city has been named one of the must-visit destinations in Europe this summer, with its landmark being voted as Italy's finest by travel experts. Taranto, nestled on the gorgeous Ionian Sea, boasts a rich history that makes it a worthwhile visit. On the face of it, Taranto is a functional, workmanlike city. It is a significant commercial po...