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A newly cemented partnership between Mississippi State University (MSU) and the Pontifical University Antonianum (PUA) will create more study-abroad opportunities for local students seeking an education in Italy, and vice versa. MSU President Dr. Mark Keenum and Professor Agustin Hernández Vidales, the rector of the Rome-based higher learning insti...

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Taste Italian Kitchen is opening a second location in Ridgeland, Mississippi, four years after launching its original restaurant in Starkville. The new location will open in the former Enzo Osteria space at 970 Highland Colony Parkway, which closed in September 2024. “We just had such large success in Starkville, we just wanted to test the waters...

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In the heart of Mississippi, Jennifer Di Fatta is forging a compelling narrative—not just through the stories she aims to tell on screen, but through the personal and professional journey she shares with aspiring women in film. A current film student and aspiring producer, Di Fatta ‘s candid voice adds depth to the ongoing conversation about gender...

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We all know it: Christmas is a season of joy, tradition, and indulgence, a time when families gather to celebrate together with family and, of course, plenty of good food. What many of us may not know is that many of our favorite holiday flavors and traditions owe much to the centuries-old contributions of monastic communities. For centuries, monas...

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Taste, the beloved Italian restaurant known for its exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality in Starkville, is excited to announce the opening of its second location in Renaissance at Colony Park, in Ridgeland, Mississippi.  Taste is thrilled to bring the same quality and level of hospitality to the Jackson metro area that has made it a favorite in...

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Voice faculty members in Mississippi State’s Department of Music are presenting an Italian opera recital Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. on MSU’s campus. “La Regata Italiana” takes place in the lecture-recital hall of the Music Building located at 124 Hardy Road. The program, which is free and open to the public, will sweep attendees through the rich history...

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Where better to satisfy your craving for Italian food than the state’s oldest Italian restaurant? If you agree, you’ve got to pay a visit to Lillo’s. The decades old eatery has long been known for its "famous pizza pies and Italian dishes." Take a look: This is Lillo's in Leland. It first opened its doors in 1948, which means it’s been serving up t...

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Local Italian Americans and the community gathered for a day celebrating Italian culture in Biloxi. The Gulf Coast Italian American Cultural Society held a family game day at Lighthouse Park. Guests enjoyed delicious food, games, music, and a silent auction while learning more about Italian culture in South Mississippi. Here’s what the president an...

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Italy's Sicily is an iconic European destination, offering a combination of natural beauty, scenic beaches, mouth-watering cuisine, exquisite wines, and fascinating history. Not to mention that Sicily offers lots of stylish hotels for an unforgettable summer vacation. However, what if you don't want to travel overseas to experience Sicily? Believe...

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An Italian-American family that tried for years to buy an empty restaurant near home is preparing to open Antonio’s Pizzeria in Gautier, MS. Now the owners of that restaurant at 2120 Ladnier Road, just off U.S. 90, are renovating it inside and out, with “a sit down, homey feel,” said Antonio Palazzolo. The hope to open in early June, he said. They...

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