Johnny's Italian Restaurant, a mainstay of downtown Schenectady - Local Fare
What makes a downtown vibrant? Johnny’s restaurant is part of an “ecosystem around entertaining,” according to Philip Morris, CEO of Proctors, the performing arts center in downtown Schenectady. “Having mutually beneficial things for guests and people who come to the theater to do is vital,” Morris said. The Italian restaurant on State Street in do...
Explore Italy's 'City Of Wine' Instead Of Tuscany For Hilly Views, Villas, And Fewer Crowds
For a taste of Tuscany close to Rome, venture to Frascati, a charming hilltop city famed for its white wine and historic villas. Approximately 15 miles southeast of the Eternal City, Frascati, which boasts a rich history dating back to Ancient Rome, has long served as a weekend escape for aristocratic Romans. The city's lush environs are dotted wit...
Boston’s Anthony Martignetti was immortalized in a spaghetti commercial
Fifty-five years ago, 12-year-old Anthony Martignetti of Boston’s North End became the unlikely star of a television commercial that would prove so popular that it ran for an incredible 13 years. The young Italian immigrant is seen sprinting through the streets of the city as his mother beckons from the window of the family’s apartment on Powers Co...
Skiers Are Discovering Cervino, Italy’s Hidden Winter Retreat
Ardent skiers have long known that the majestic Italian Alps are home to some of the best ski resorts in the world. Whether you enjoy downhill skiing, cross-country or snowboarding, the magnificent alpine range offers enough challenges for all levels of winter enthusiasts. Cervino, a luxurious VRetreats Hotel Collection resort at the base of the ic...
Ten Great Books set around Food in ITALY
Ten Great Books set around Food in Italy. From the sun-drenched coastlines to the mountainous regions, each region of Italy boasts its own culinary treasures. Fresh, seasonal ingredients are the heart of Italian cooking. Pasta, in countless shapes and sauces, is a national obsession, but the cuisine extends far beyond this staple. Pizza, born in Na...
Built to Last: How Ancient Roman Bridges Can Still Withstand the Weight of Modern Cars & Trucks
A foreign traveler road-tripping across Europe might well feel a wave of trepidation before driving a fully loaded modern automobile over a more than 2,000-year-old bridge. But it might also be balanced out by the understanding that such a structure has, by definition, stood the test of time — and, for those with a grasp of the history of engineeri...
Justinian Society hosts celebration of Italian culture on Nov. 25
The Delaware County Justinian Society and Societa daVinci are hosting a banquet celebrating Italian culture on Nov. 25 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Ballroom at the Phoenix in Upper Chichester, Pa. During dinner, there will be a cultural presentation on Italian-American heritage in Delaware County and the Italian Cultural Center in Essington, Pa. Son...
Vermouth, A Taste of Turin
Picture Turin, the 1780s: a cosmopolitan city, capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, known for its eminent university and for its Teatro Regio, which seats an impressive 1,500 people for operatic performances. In 1780, Caffè Fiorio opens as a salon catering to the intellectual and political classes. Visitors include Nietzsche and Camilo Benso, Count...
Best Places to Get Pasta in the Hudson Valley
5 places to get great pasta in the Hudson Valley. National Pasta Day according to National Day Calendar celebrates all things pasta annually on Oct. 17. October also happens to be National Pasta Month. This got us thinking about what the best spots are in the Hudson Valley to get a good pasta dinner. Off the top of my head, some places that I have...
Matera's potential move to Puglia: a bold leap for Italy's iconic “City of Stone”
Matera is known for its stone-carved architecture and unique cultural heritage, but this isn’t why the town has made the front pages of Italian newspapers in recent times. After its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2019, Matera received plenty of national and international attention, especially thanks to its Sassi. Even before that, its...
Giants’ Tommy DeVito prepared to bring ‘F it playing style’ to next NFL chance
The football adage that the most popular guy in town is the backup quarterback doesn’t apply to the Giants. The most popular guy — at least among a portion of the win-starved fan base — is the backup to the backup quarterback. Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of Tommy DeVito’s first NFL touchdown pass, which was the beginning of the tristate...
The Italian Mediterranean Diet and Culinary Roots: Health and Tradition
Wednesday, November 20 · 5 - 7pm PST. Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA. 17:00-18:00 Reception of Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar tastings. 18:00-19:00 Panel Discussion. In celebration of the 9th annual Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles, the Italian Cultural Institute, COM...