Anacapri: the definitive local guide to Capri wildest side
Anacapri, barricaded and set on the heights of the island of Capri, is a place where time really seems to have stopped, even in ecstasy in front of its beauty. Far from the tourist frenzy of the nearby and highly sought after Capri, this charming village offers an authentic and wild experience, steeped in tradition and natural beauty. With its cobb...
Pasta alla Genovese, a genoese from Naples
Despite its name, pasta alla Genovese is a traditional dish of Neapolitan cuisine. The dish, also referred to simply as la Genovese, is characterized by its white sauce made from onions and beef, and it is commonly used to dress pasta, particularly ziti or mezzane. The true origin of Pasta alla Genovese is surrounded by various theories, many of wh...
Brioni opens new store in Houston
Located at 444 Westheimer Rd, River Oaks District, the Houston store is designed as a home away from home, blending local inspirations with a warm Italian atmosphere. Notably, the Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, one of the city's most iconic landmarks, is depicted through a wall tapestry and a rug, both designed by MITA (Manifattura Italiana Tappet...
Ambrogio by Acquerello, an Italian fusion restaurant in La Jolla, recognized in Michelin Guide
Ambrogio by Acquerello, an Italian restaurant in La Jolla, is among 13 California establishments joining the Michelin Guide in July, according to a press release. Michelin says all 13 restaurants have earned the guide's "recommended" designation and are eligible for the Star or Bib Gourmand awards, which will be announced during an Aug. 5 ceremony...
Granita: The Taste of a Sicilian Summer
A few years back, I tasted my first granita. Today, with a spoon in one hand, a brioche in the other, a grin from ear to ear and a heaped-high glass of the stuff placed just beneath my nose, I concur: I am a self-confessed granita addict. I am an utter freak, both fiend and fanatic for this iciest of confections. If you too have delighted in tasti...
Amalfi, the city's oldest cloister restored: it dates back to 1223
Amalfi’s oldest cloister , that of the Capuchin monastery, has been restored and is now the site of an accommodation facility, theAnantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. Located just a 10-minute walk from the center of Amalfi, the ancient, 13th-century building retains its distinctive historical features intact, including a striking Baroque church...
Morris Park deli goes viral for 'Italian ice cream cone'
G&R Italian Deli in Morris Park recently went viral on social media for its twist on an ice cream cone. Owner Carolina DiFuccia told News 12 she came up with the idea on a whim. "It was busy that day and I didn't want to cut anything on the slicer. So there was four meatballs that my brother made that day. I said, 'I'll just make an Italian ice cre...
Italian Fest set for July 27
The St. Rocco – St. Anthony Society of Ishpeming is set to host its quasquicentennial Italian Fest on July 27 at the Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming. This event is to help Italian-Americans celebrate St. Rocco and St. Anthony, but also a time for the community to gather to enjoy Italian food, listen to local music and enjoy family said event...
Milan is invaded by Americans who have come to see Taylor Swift's concert and take a vacation
Fans who came from overseas for the Swift's two dates at San Siro numbered more than 18 thousand, 14% of the total audience. And the induced revenue from the concerts on Milan is 180 million euros. Taylor Swift is the most-listened-to artist in the world, and her origins on her mother's side are in Cilento, Campania. "We are Swifties in Italy." Fly...
Fiat Introduces 500e Giorgio Armani, Says Grande Panda Could Come To America
Fiat is celebrating their 125th anniversary by unveiling the new 500e Giorgio Armani and releasing additional details about the Grande Panda. The latter is the first member of their “new global family” and is “being studied” for North America. Since we’ve already seen the Grande Panda before, we’ll focus on the electric variant that was detailed to...
Italian American Podcast ep. 328: a bonafide movie star! Brenda Vaccaro on fame, famiglia and everything in between
Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate Hollywood’s golden era with icons like Frank Sinatra and Robert Mitchum? What defines the essence of resilience and the enduring power of family bonds? Join us as we sit down with the remarkable Brenda Vaccaro, who takes us on a heartfelt journey through her Italian heritage and family history. Venture into...
Sicilian Butcher ready to roll out meatballs and cannoli in Fort Worth
The meatballs are coming the meatballs are coming: The Sicilian Butcher, the modern Italian restaurant from celebrity chef and concept king Joey Maggiore, has a date for its big Texas debut. The restaurant known for its innovative yet traditional Italian cuisine will open in Fort Worth at Alliance Town Center, at 3200 Tracewood Way #110, in the sam...