The word gelato, meaning "ice cream" in Italian, originally comes from the Latin word for frozen. But the temperature at which it is served is one of the least interesting things about this complex, centuries-old treat. Gelato has ⅔ less butterfat than ice cream, yet boasts a denser thickness due to the fact that it is slow-churned rather than whip...
READ MOREHave you ever wished you could avoid AI technology? Look no further because one local store is selling specialized items that can help you do just that. Italian start-up company Cap_able has selected Philadelphia as the first city in the world to sell its Manifesto Collection. This clothing line can block AI facial recognition and protect a wearer'...
READ MORETo recognise a well-made mozzarella, perhaps handcrafted, with milk of the highest quality, a few steps are needed. Here are the aspects to consider in order to verify, by tasting it, the freshness and quality of a good mozzarella. The tricks to recognise good quality mozzarella SightColour - A good mozzarella should be a porcelain white in "Bufal...
READ MOREIn Italy, eating seasonally is quintessential. From the hills of Tuscany to Rome’s bustling markets, this culinary tradition is embraced. It’s not just about choosing fruits and veggies in season. It’s a way of life that connects people to their environment and celebrates each season’s bounty. In spring, Italians await fresh asparagus, artichokes,...
READ MOREItalian space company Argotec is opening a manufacturing facility in Largo, Maryland, expanding its business to the U.S. Argotec is investing $25 million to launch its business in the U.S., the company announced Wednesday. The company plans to use the 20,000 square foot facility in Maryland to design, develop, build, test and operate satellites. Th...
READ MOREItalian food is among the most popular cuisines in the world, filled with regional specialties and classics that cross borders, like pizza, pasta, and gelato. Whether your favorite night out involves an Italian restaurant or you love poring over cookbooks to recreate traditional dishes, you've likely picked up a few words from the Romance language...
READ MOREDear friends, What a month! So many things, so many friends, so many events! It always happens in October, but this year has been extraordinary! It actually started at the end of September, when in Florence I had the honor of representing We the Italians and the Italian American community at the Made in Italy event organized by Maurizio Mancianti,...
READ MOREThe recent report from Italy’s research firm Ismea sheds light on the prevailing confidence permeating the Italian agri-food sector. It underscores the sector’s economic resilience and the potency of its financial and insurance mechanisms, which bolster a robust and dynamic production segment consistently gaining ground on the global stage. This st...
READ MOREConsorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino is thrilled to announce its return to the United States for the latest edition of Benvenuto Brunello. This annual, exclusive wine tasting event offers a unique opportunity to get an early taste of the newest vintage releases, featuring Brunello di Montalcino 2019 and Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2018. Ove...
READ MORE“In the annals of history, bread has consistently been a unifying force, transcending boundaries and bringing people, cultures, and faiths together. It’s not just sustenance; it symbolizes the spirit of sharing, brotherhood, and social cohesion, making it a potent emblem of peace. Its relevance, especially in these trying times, extends far beyond...
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