Lombardy governor Attilio Fontana receives Florida governor, Italian American Ron DeSantis
“An occasion of particularly important strategic relevance,” commented President Fontana , “thanks to which we will be able to make, reciprocally, the relations between Lombardy and the United States and in particular with Florida even stronger . We shared the possibility of intensifying trade exchanges and forging further collaboration in strategi...
Elisabetta Franchi Makes Its U.S. Boutique Debut
Miami knows how to shop. The prestigious Bal Harbour Shops, located in Bal Harbour, is lined with lush palm trees, boasts numerous water features, and shows off the beautiful Miami weather with an open-air layout. The luxury shopping destination is full of high-end brands, from Bottega Veneta to Valentino, turning it into a sort of fashion heaven i...
Italian Spot Casa Gianna to Open at Miami Worldcenter in Downtown
A new Italian restaurant is joining the growing roster of eateries and bars at Miami Worldcenter. Meet Casa Gianna, an Italian eatery that blends Tuscan cuisine with new cooking techniques — and it'll even be open for breakfast.Set to open Monday, November 18, at the newly opened Gale Miami Hotel & Residences at Miami Worldcenter in downtown, Casa...
Summerville Italian Feast brings in funding for Dorchester Dist. 2 schools
The 12th annual Summerville Italian Feast raised a record number of funds this year that all go directly back into the classrooms of Dorchester School District Two. The event and executive director for the Summerville Italian Feast, Jay Lombardo, said that the goal has always been to try and increase how much they are able to provide each year to s...
Gov. DeSantis meets with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
As Florida’s state trade mission to Italy continues, Gov. Ron DeSantis and Italy’s PM, Giorgia Meloni, met in an effort to “grow the relationship between Italy and Florida.” “It was great to discuss relations between Florida and Italy with the Prime Minister. We hope that Florida and Italy’s relationship continues to grow, and we welcome greater in...
The Pizza Life: Work-Life Balance Can Be Blurry For This Italian-American Family
In mid-September, Lou Perrotta and his family drove from Canton, Georgia—a rapidly growing suburb of Atlanta—to Nashville, Tennessee. They were going to watch their favorite football team, the New York Jets, take on the Tennessee Titans. There was one rule for the trip: there would be no talking about their pizzeria, Perrotta’s Pizza, the 100-seat...
Charleston's 18th annual Italian Film Fest will feature director Q&As, fashion show
Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival has announced its 18th annual celebration of contemporary Italian cinema and culture. This year's event is set for Nov. 14-17 at the Queen Street Playhouse, 20 Queen St., Charleston, SC. The festival will screen 13 feature films and documentaries with select showings holding Q&A sessions immediately following. Fe...
Frascione Gallery Makes its Art Miami Debut: December 3 – 8, 2024
Frascione Gallery, established in Florence, Italy in 1893, will make its Art Miami debut during Miami Art Week, running from December 3-8, 2024, at Booth AM325. Renowned for its deep expertise in Old Master works, Frascione Gallery will showcase a thoughtfully curated blend of Modern and Contemporary art alongside pieces inspired by historical Euro...
A first look inside Covington's fancy new Italian restaurant
Carmelo's, an Italian-American restaurant from owners Billy Grise and Mitch Arens, is officially open for business on Madison Avenue in Covington. Located in a historic building that has served as everything from a strip club to office space, the restaurant has been stripped down to the bones, revealing brickwork and plaster patches that are remini...
DeSantis to go on week-long trade mission to Italy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is heading to Italy next week for a trade mission that will include stops in Rome, Florence, Turin and Milan. The governor’s office announced the trip on Friday but did not say whether DeSantis would be meeting with Giorgia Meloni, the Italian prime minister that DeSantis has previously forged ties with. However, DeSantis...
Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast Georgia Chapter: let's Celebrate the
Sunday, November 17 · 6 - 9pm EST. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center - 980 Briarcliff Road Northeast Atlanta, GA. There are moments when everything aligns, when communities come together, conversations flow, and shared energy creates something truly special. The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast Georgia Chapter cordially invites you to our ann...
The Rise of Plant-Based Italian Dishes in North Carolina
Italian cuisine has long been celebrated for its rich flavors, fresh ingredients, and heartwarming dishes, often centered around meat, cheese, and pasta. However, with the growing popularity of plant-based diets, traditional Italian cooking is undergoing a transformation. More and more restaurants, especially in North Carolina, are embracing the de...