Osteria Celli offers refreshing authentic take on Italian cuisine
Trying to keep up with new Italian restaurants in Southwest Florida is virtually impossible, as it seems every month brings new pizzerias, osterias and trattorias to an already crowded Italiano scene. Inevitably, marinara fatigue sets in and you find yourself avoiding dishes ending with the words parmigiana, piccata and puttanesca. The cur...
Calamari in Coconut Grove to Close, New "Brutal and Rustic" Italian Concept to Open
by Laine Doss Calamari, a staple of the Coconut Grove restaurant scene, is closing its doors after seven years of service. The restaurant sent an email to customers: To our Loyal Customers and Friends: Miami is an ever-changing city. Today we are announcing that after more than seven years of serving Coconut Grove, Calam...
The X Italian Film Festival
This is, in our opinion, the most relevant annual event for the Italian culture in Atlanta. This initiative is funded and fostered by the amazing Claudio Di Persia. The Festival features eight unreleased Italian films in competition – with one to four film screenings a day. This is a selection of the best Italian films produced during the 2015-2016...
Eat Italian in L'ville to benefit quake victims
by Gere Downs The recent earthquake that devastated Italy resounds in the hearts of Italian Americans and restaurant fans in Louisville. Local restaurateurs are responding with a fundraising campaign. Eat until September 17th at Vincenzo's, Porcini, Equus, Corbett's Restaurant - An American Place, Adrienne & Co. Bakery & Cafe, Roux, C...
John Angotti in concert
When: Sunday November 6, 2016 at 2:15 pm Where: St Agnes Academy, 4850 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN The UNICO Memphis Chapter Foundation is sponsoring a concert by John Angotti to support local charities. Tickets are only $50.00 each and includes food, drinks and the concert. The date is Sunday November 6, 2016. Hors D'Oeuvres...
Carnevale Celebration
The Italian Cultural Institute of Louisville, Inc. (ICI) is presenting the seventh annual Carnevale Celebration on Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-9 p.m., at the Louisville Boat Club, 4200 River Road, Louisville. Guests are encouraged to wear masks or costumes to experience the magic of Italy's famous celebrations. Carnevaleis open to the public for $20...
Italy in Motion and The Year of Italian Culture Associated Events and Exhibitions
Below are some fantastic events happening this year all revolving around la bella Italia. Hope to see you all around town! Friday, March 1 – April 28: The Unexpected Italy curated by Carmen Guerrero sponsored by University of Miami
Bill Viola donates self portrait to the Uffizi Gallery
Contemporary artist Bill Viola has donated his video work, "Self Portrait, Submerged," created earlier this year, to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy. The donation was made possible through the joint efforts of Friends of the Uffizi Gallery, based in Palm Beach, Florida, and their sister organization in Florence, Amici degli Uffizi. V...
Aaron Caruso Dinner Dance
The Sons of Italy Lodge 2868 and the Clarion Hotel are promoting an evening with Aaron Caruso to include dinner and dancing. The event is scheduled for June 13th 2015 at 6:00pm at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 101 Fantasy Harbor Blvd, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29579. The tickets are $45.00 per person which includes dinner, dancing and...
Sartori Amici Opens Flagship Store at the Falls
Sartori Amici opened its first location over 26 years ago, now the highly anticipated second location is open at the Falls. Sartori Amici, known for its custom men's clothing and high quality Italian suits, has now ventured into the world of design with a new line, Sartori Amici Life. The new location at The Falls will offer the same amazi...
Design Miami: Yves Behar wins 2015 Design Visionary Award
by Caroline Roux "If you consider your brand to be an expression of design, then you have to participate in contemporary design," asserts Angelo Bonati, the CEO ofPanerai, producers of the flamboyantly large but nonetheless restrained watches that are found on many a fashionable wrist these days. "As a company we don't introduce n...
Biesse celebrates expanded U.S. headquarters April 7 & 8, 2016
Wood manufacturing technology supplier Biesse announced the grand opening of its new 23,000 sq.ft. showroom in Charlotte, North Carolina, on April 7 & 8, 2016. Construction is now completed and Biesse says it is ready for tours of its new showroom, filled with over $3 million in machinery under power and ready for demonstration. T...