The Oklahoman's Food Dude finds inspiration for first book in Pittsburg County
If you happen to follow me on social media, you might know I recently had my first book published. The book is "The Culinary History of Pittsburg County: Little Italy, Choctaw Beer and Lamb Fries," (History Press, $19.99), and my editors at The Oklahoman have been kind enough to allow me to tell a little about it and how the project came to fruiti...
Fellini Caffè to Bring Authentic Italian Espresso Drinks to the Rice Village Soon
If you're drinking coffee with the sole intent of staying awake, being productive or battling the Houston heat, Starbucks will do just fine. For all other days, seeking out small, independent shops is the best way to ensure a quality espresso. Soon there will be another local Italian café to satisfy your quality caffeine craving. Fellini C...
Carino's Foundation holds annual Charity Golf Classic, Raises $213,500 for the Foundation
Johnny Carino's announced today that they raised over $213,000 this year at their annual Charity Golf Classic held last month. This year was extra special in that it marked the fifteenth anniversary of the Carino's Foundation. The mission of the Foundation is and has always been to seek to improve the lives of children and families in the communiti...
Florence to Florence: Italian Bronze Masterpieces on Exhibit in Florence, Texas On Exhibition March 1st through May 1st, 2014
On Saturday, March 1st, the public is invited to an opening of the exhibition, "Florence to Florence", a rare collection of 50 Italian Classical, Renaissance and Twentieth Century bronzes on display at The Vineyard at Florence, in Florence, Texas, a Tuscan styled wine estate, just 35 minutes north of Austin. The creator of these bro...
Taste of Italy Houston: grande successo per la prima edizione
Il Texas regala grandi soddisfazioni al settore agroalimentare italiano. Questi i numeri del successo dell'evento Taste of Italy, che si è tenuto a Houstono nei giorni 14 e 15 aprile u.s.: 24 aziende Food o Wine presenti, 3 consorzi di produzione vinicola, circa 300 prodotti tipici proposti, 69 buyers intervenuti e circa 300 incontri commercia...
Dolce Neve Is Bringing Its Texas-Inspired Gelato From Austin To Houston
Austin's favorite gelato is on the way In keeping with the invasion of restaurants from Texas' other major cities, a sweet new import from Austin plans to land in Clutch City next year. Dolce Neve, an authentic Italian gelato shop, is currently working toward opening its first Houston outpost at 4721 N. Main Street. According to Dolce...
On this day in true crime a serial killer began wiping out members of Italian-American community
The "Axeman of New Orleans" was a serial killer who killed his first victims on May 22, 1919. The killing spree of at least eight murders continued until October 1919, with the majority of victims being Italian American. In most cases, the back door of a home was smashed through, and then one or more residents were attacked with an ax...
Pizza is Good, Calzones are Better at La Fresca Pizza
There is a paucity of restaurants in Houston that serve calzones and even fewer establishments offer versions that match the quality of those found in Italian-American hubs along the east coast. La Fresca Pizza is among these few, these happy few, and they have two locations. So, give thanks if you have been craving calzones over-stuffed w...
2015 Italian Flame Awards!
An astonishing celebration of Italian Influence on Law took place last Saturday night at the Westin Houston Memorial City Hotel. The evening, organized by the Italian Cultural & Community Center of Houston (ICCC), was a sold-out event and its "Casino Night" concept, with dancing, was enjoyed by all. Honoring eighteen Italian and Italian-Americ...
Little Italy Images of America book planned
Chris Dorer, local resident and historian of Little Italy, was approached by the publishers of Arcadia Publishing to do a pictorial book on the community of Little Italy's early days, pre-1970. From the Arcadia website: "The Images of America series chronicles the history of small towns and downtowns across the country. Each title features mor...
Kenner's Rivertown to present Festa Italiana
by Triness Kuhn Kenner's historic Rivertown is the site for the 14th annual "Festa Italiana" festival on March 27-29. The Kenner Italian Heritage Foundation, created by former Kenner Police Chief Nick Congemi, will host the event, in cooperation with the City of Kenner. The three-day festival promises fun for the entire family. ...
Italian Film Festival USA : Dallas - Denton
FROM Friday, April 22, 2016 Al Sunday, April 24, 2016 Organized by : Italian Film Festival USA In collaboration with : IIC Entrance : Free Location:University of North Texas, Dallas-Denton The Italian Film Festival USA is held in 12 cities throughout the US featuring the most recent Italian films in locations where Italian cinema is not often...