Italian American Society of St. Petersburg Elects New President
He does it once again! The Italian American Society of St. Petersburg (IASOSP) elects Steve Dante as the club’s next president. Dante last served as IASOSP president in 2008-09. His presidency begins January 2024 and ends December 2025. Currently, he serves as the vice president and his wife Sharon Dante serves as president of the society. Original...
Mississippi Society of Italian Americans Foundation's event
Join Mississippi Society of Italian Americans Foundation to celebrate the unveiling of the new spotlights installed by the Harrison County Board of Supervisors at the beautiful bocce courts within the Woolmarket Community Center (16320 Old Woolmarket Road, Biloxi, MS), on Monday, November 20, 5:30 PM. RSVP/text to David Biagini, 228-324-5041. We'll...
Mazzaro’s Italian Market unveils 837-pound block of imported cheese
You cheddar believe it – an 837-pound block of cheese just got delivered to Mazzaro’s, and pretty soon, you’ll be able to hunk of it yourself at the Italian market. Typically, Mazzaro’s holds a ceremonial first cutting in early December, when the cheese will first become available for customers to buy. Stay tuned for updates, as this cheese is alwa...
Il Supremo Italian Restaurant & Bar Opens in Mount Pleasant – Check Out their Menu
Thanks to A. for sending the good news (and photos) that Il Supremo soft opened over the weekend in the old Don Jamie’s space. Their website says: “At Il Supremo Restaurant we are very exited to provide a blend of exceptional Italian dishes and our house made pasta to our neighbors and friends. Everyone is welcome to dine with us at 3209 Mount Plea...
‘Italian Stallion’ Johnny Musso Shares Faith Story at University of Mobile
The Italian Stallion – football legend Johnny Musso – shared his faith story with University of Mobile supporters at the Partners for Purpose fundraising luncheon on Oct. 19. The event raised scholarships for students at the Christian university. In an interview format hosted by Dan Brennan, co-host of Mobile Mornings on FM Talk 1065, Musso recalle...
La Pinta docked in Chattanooga until November 19
A historical replica has made its way to Chattanooga. La Pinta will be docked at Ross’s Landing until November 19. It was the first ship to discover land during Christopher Columbus’ famous voyage on October 12, 1492. The ship stopped in Chattanooga overnight a couple of weeks ago on her journey to Knoxville. Folks are invited to view the replica s...
A Fabulous Italian Restaurant in Bradenton Has a Festival of Delicious Italian Food
I love really good Italian food. For the past several years, I have been driving by this unassuming restaurant on the corner of a shopping plaza at State Road 70 in Bradenton. I don’t know why I never went in. Several of my friends recommended Cipriano Cucina. Last Sunday, a friend and I decided to give it a try. It was a birthday celebration!...
Italian extra virgin olive oil took center stage at FITCE 2023
Italian olive oil took the spotlight at the latest edition of FITCE in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a prominent international expo conference in the United States. The event attracted the participation of seventy countries, recognizing Florida as the preferred gateway for expanding business not only in the United States but also in the adjacent market...
Feast of Little Italy Brings Foodie Fun to Abacoa, FL
The twenty second annual Galbani Feast of Little Italy returns to Abacoa in Jupiter November 3-5, bringing its quintessential ambiance, a packed lineup of Italian-American entertainers, and delicious cuisine to the neighborhood. Guests are welcome from 4 to 10 p.m. on Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Admissio...
Johnny C’s Italian Eatery — Where New Tampa Gets Treated Like Family!
Even though there are other pretty great options for Italian food in New Tampa, if you like feeling like family as you enjoy traditional comfort food “Italiano,” you need to visit my friends Pat Ciaccio and Erik Ravenna at Johnny C’s Italian Eatery, located in the small plaza on Cross Creek Blvd. at Morris Bridge Rd. Jannah and I — and photographe...
Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival 2023 (Charleston, SC)
The 17th edition of the Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival is set for Nov. 2-5 at the Queen Street Playhouse. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the best of contemporary Italian cinema. This year’s poster pays homage to the great Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida, who died earlier this year. Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival (NCIFF) pr...
Italian Proclamation in Orange County
On 24 of October in Orlando, Florida at County Mayor's City Hall, the Honorary Consul of Orlando, the Lawyer Antonella Brancaccio after one year of negotiations with the administration of Orange County’s Mayor, Jerry Demings, has managed to get a proclamation that recognizes the Italian contribution in the geographic area. The Honorary Consul, open...