I don’t know if it was ever officially considered a Little Italy. But in the 1930s and 1940s, East 29th Street between Second and Third Avenues was an Italian food store stronghold. V. DiPollito’s meat market; Peter Rossi’s salami, olive oil, and baccala; a fruits and vegetables grocery; and a delicatessen/bakery are just some of the ground floor t...
READ MOREMauro Lusardi jokes about writing a book titled “Fifty Years Behind Bars” - a witty nod to his decades in the restaurant business alongside his brother Luigi. The two co-founders of the Lusardi restaurant empire have spent nearly half a century crafting a culinary legacy that spans generations. It all started with a leap of faith from Parma, Italy...
READ MOREMore often than not those trekking through Grand Central are doing so at a clip, racing to catch a train or eagerly waiting for one. Nevertheless, there are numerous places within the iconic walls of the terminal that make it a destination all its own. Beyond the celestial ceiling, the iconic clock, the mysterious catwalk, or the century’s old smok...
READ MORE‘The Seductresses’ is a series of meetings in New York City that will analyze the female condition throughout history from an unusual point of view: seduction. The project will kick off on Thursday 23 January at 6.30 pm - 32 Prince Street New York, NY 10012 - it will discuss women who have played a significant role in history by using, overtly or c...
READ MOREThe award ceremony for the second edition of the Italian Reputation Award will take place on January 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Italian Cultural Institute in New York. This prestigious honor is granted to individuals who have demonstrated consistent and innovative contributions across various sectors, promoting Italy globally and strengthening its...
READ MORELooking for somewhere chic and delicious to eat in New York City? Head over to L'Amico, which is approaching its 10-year anniversary in the NoMad neighborhood, known for its prime location and tasty food. “At L’Amico quality comes first. There are a lot of things that have been keeping L’Amico thriving for what will soon be ten years and one of the...
READ MOREA violin made by renowned Italian craftsman Antonio Stradivari during his 18th century "Golden Period" is heading for auction next month with an estimate of up to a record $18 million. The New England Conservatory (NEC) is offering the "Joachim-Ma Stradivarius", with proceeds going to student scholarships, fulfilling the wish of musician and NEC gr...
READ MOREThursday January 23 2025, 6 PM. IIC New York - 686 Park Avenue, New York, NY. A conversation with the author Tania Convertini (Dartmouth College) in conversation with the moderators Iuri Moscardi (Bryn Mawr) and Erica Moretti (FIT. NYC). Imagine transforming the lives of millions of Italians through literacy - not in a traditional classroom, but th...
READ MOREJago, an Italian sculptor whose real name is Jacopo Cardillo, has quickly become a prominent figure in the contemporary art world. His unique approach to sculpture and his introspective philosophy have established him as an artist who bridges the traditional and modern, offering new interpretations of classical art forms while addressing current cu...
READ MOREPuglia is gearing up to enchant New York with its exceptional offerings as a top-tier wedding destination. On January 13, the iconic New York Times Building will host the event "Getting Married in Puglia, Wedding Destination," organized by the Tourism Department of the Region of Puglia and Pugliapromozione, in collaboration with ENIT and The New Yo...
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