Eight spirit of 1000 Miglia medals awarded at the Amelia Island concours d’elegance
1000 Miglia could not fail to be present on Amelia Island. On the occasion of the motoring event voted by the New York Times as one of the best concours d’elegance in the United States, eight Spirit of 1000 Miglia medals were awarded, the recognition that 1000 Miglia gives to cars that symbolise the authentic essence of the Red Arrow. The winner of...
Italy's Opus Ballet Joins Dance NOW! Miami March 17 At Miami Theater Center
The advent of spring can mean just one thing – the return of Compagnia Opus Ballet, direct from Florence, Italy, for a new performance with Florida's own Dance NOW! Miami. On Sunday, March 17, at 3 pm, the two ensembles will share the stage of the Miami Theater Center in Miami Shores. The afternoon will include a new, joint version of Gli Altri/The...
Miami FC's new coach Antonio Nocerino wants to instill winning mentality
New Miami FC soccer coach Antonio Nocerino has a desire to win in Miami. He brings plenty of international soccer experience to his young team. He speaks to his team in 3 languages to get his message across. "So welcome to Miami. Does it feel like Italy?" "Yes." CBS News Miami's Trish Christakis caught up with the new head coach from Miami FC socce...
Italy’s Smeraldina water targets U.S. market
Smeraldina water is poised to become the next great premium water in the U.S., building upon its recognition in 2023 as the ‘Best Water in the World’ according to the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting, says F&B distributor Marino. Sourced from the Blue Zone of Sardinia deep within the ‘Mountain of God,’ Smeraldina is also “elevating its...
All Roads Lead to Rome: Acqua Pazza, Wellen Park's new Italian restaurant
One evening in January, a cold rain drizzles down on Downtown Wellen Park in Venice, FL, splashing off the colored shade awnings meant for cheerier weather. Most people are probably at home, snuggling under fluffy blankets, sipping hot cups of coffee and scrolling through sun-soaked destinations on Instagram. But those who brave the weather this pa...
How Family, Marriage, and a Celebrity Inspired Chef Anthony Scotto
Boasting over 35 years of experience, Anthony Scotto is a nationally acclaimed entrepreneur, chef, and personality in the hospitality industry. He is currently the owner and executive chef of two restaurants in Nashville, Lougo, the seasonally-driven, coastal-inspired Italian restaurant, and Pelato, the Brooklyn-Italian restaurant. Scotto has buil...
WWII New York-to-Naples veteran, Jimmy turns 101
Last week a local veteran, living at AdviniaCare in Naples, turned 101. A birthday party was thrown by his daughter, the Lions Club, and also attended by fellow Veteran brothers of the community. The WWII veteran is Vincenzo “Jimmy” Renda, born Feb. 23, 1923, in Brooklyn, New York, the eldest of three sons of Sicilian-America immigrants. He and his...
Gourmet Italian chocolate, fresh gelato await at new Town Center at Boca Raton destination
If you've got a sweet tooth and enjoy the finer things, there's a new hot-spot that's tailor-made for you at Boca Raton's Town Center. Venchi, the renowned Italian chocolate and gelato brand, has opened its first chocogelataria at the shopping and dining destination. Opened Jan. 31, Venchi features chocolates, gelato, their signature "Gelatoshakes"...
Viral Coral Gables Deli To Open an Italian Street Food Restaurant
One of the best Italian deli shops in Miami, which went viral on social media thanks to its mouthwatering sandwiches, is embarking on a new mission — to bring Roman street food to Miami in an ambiance that teleports its guests to Italy. Jholano's Deli, the viral deli shop in Coral Gables known for its robust Italian sandwiches and long lines out...
Check out this Italian-style pizza place in Fort Lauderdale’s Yacht Haven
Finding a pizza place in South Florida is like finding a gecko in your backyard. In other words, they’re everywhere. But if you’re looking for the kind of pizza they serve over in Italy, you’ll have to search a little harder. Deco’s found the real deal in a most unlikely place. Fort Lauderdale’s Yacht Haven Park and Marina is home to some tasty mot...
XX CINEMA ITALY MIAMI returns March 15-18, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that CINEMA ITALY Miami returns with it's 20th edition! With an incredible lineup of brand new award-winning films CINEMA ITALY will return to Miami for its 20th edition from Friday, March 15th to Monday the 18th, 2024. We have carefully screened the best ten films of the previous season, all of them presented in the top...
Experience Authentic Italian Flavors at The Bottega at Frankies in East Nashville
On a crisp February morning, the doors of The Bottega at Frankies swung open on 921 Cherokee Avenue, East Nashville, marking a new chapter in the city's culinary scene. This specialty Italian market, an offspring of the famed Brooklyn-based Frankies Spuntino, brings a slice of Italy to the local neighborhood, offering an array of authentic Italian...