Staten Island son, a financial advisor by day and a philanthropist by night, is honored at upcoming black tie gala
Preserving his Italian-American heritage has always been high on Francis (Frank) Joseph DeBlasi’s list of priorities. And it’s understandable. His dad, the late Dr. Joseph DeBlasi, was a doctor of internal medicine engaged in private practice in New Dorp. And together with DeBlasi’s mom, Rita DeBlasi, a coronary intensive care nurse, and brother, M...
New Italian restaurant opens in Duanesburg
Tarassa’s Italian-American Cuisine is now open in Duanesburg. The eatery opened for business on Monday, January 13. The restaurant is owned by Wendy Cookingham and Doug DeMarco. DeMarco also owns DeMarco’s Pizza in Scotia. Cookingham said Tarassa’s Italian-American Cuisine is named after one of her best friends who passed away from cancer. Tarassa’...
Study in Italy without IELTS: 5 best Italian universities for international students
Italy: the land of pizza, football legends, and designer fashion. Sounds great, right? But there’s so much more to this country than meets the eye. Underneath all the glitz and glamour is a hub of creativity, research, and world-class education waiting to be discovered. The best part? Many of Italy’s top universities actively welcome internationa...
Emory, Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Italy build on cultural cooperation agreement
The Ministry of Culture of the Italian Republic and Emory University consolidate the 2023 cultural cooperation agreement by announcing today the transfer of an Etruscan Bucchero jug, a Greek black slipware fish-plate and five fragments of a Laconian Cup. The objects will remain in Atlanta on loan to the Emory’s Michael C. Carlos Museum. In November...
Gorgonzola PDO Sets Production Record in 2024
Gorgonzola PDO has set a new production milestone, with 5,277,959 wheels crafted in 2024—a record, according to the Protection Consortium. The figure reflects a 1.9% rise from 2023, as member companies across 15 provinces in Piedmont and Lombardy produced nearly 99,000 additional wheels. Piedmont continues to dominate production, accounting for 3,8...
Sabatino Truffles Opens Its First U.S. Store
More 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...
Italy’s hot spots are being overwhelmed with tourists. These hidden places offer an escape without the crowds
Want to visit Italy but have been put off by the idea of peak season tourists crowds surging through Rome, Florence and Venice? Can’t afford the ever-increasing prices of hot spots such as Capri or Tuscany? Don’t worry. There’s far more to Italy than the places that usually feature on travel itineraries. Explore a little farther, and there are scor...
Tara Cannistraci at the DC Comedy Loft
Get ready for an evening of laughs! Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara’s talents have lit up the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees. Tara brought her unfiltered, humorous take on popular sports...
Ortisei, a winter wonderland
Ortisei, known as Urtijëi in Ladin and St. Ulrich in German, is a charming town in Italy’s Val Gardena, within the Dolomites of South Tyrol. Approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) northeast of Bolzano, the provincial capital, Ortisei is famous for its rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and breathtaking alpine scenery. The town’s his...
LOMA Brings Modern Italian to Main Street
For those looking to explore a new culinary destination that honors tradition while celebrating innovation, LOMA, located on lower Main Street (hence the name), is not to be missed. LOMA is the newest eatery from Park City’s Adam and Meisha Ross of Twisted Fern fame. Opened in August, LOMA offers a fresh take on Italian cuisine, focusing on quality...
Superga Celebrates 100 Years of Its Signature 2750 Tennis Shoes
It's a milestone year for the Italian company BasicNet, which in 2025 is going to orchestrate celebrations for a slew of its brands, including Superga. The latter is marking the 100th anniversary of the signature 2750 vulcanized rubber-soled tennis shoe, which has transcended its sports-leaning ethos to become synonymous with the nonchalant spirit...
Febal Casa Opens Trio of U.S. Locations
ebal Casa, a renowned Italian home furnishings brand, has announced its entrance into the U.S. with the openings of a flagship showroom in Miami’s MiMo district, as well as locations in Scottsdale, AZ and Orange County, CA. Founded in 1959, and part of the Colombini Group, Febal Casa offers furnishing solutions for the entire home, including kitche...