This wild beach in Sardinia has just been named the most beautiful in Europe
Cala Mariolu, a jewel on the Sardinian coast, has just been named Europe's most beautiful beach for 2024. With its cliffs, crystal-clear waters and absolute tranquillity, it is a wonderful place to escape to. Located in the Gurlf of Baunei in Sardinia, Cala Mariolu has been voted Europe’s most beautiful beach by Europe’s 50 Best Beaches. Competing...
Grand Opening of the Applauso Italian Center in Timonium, MD
Dear friends and supporters of Italian Culture in America, I hope you can come with friends, children, family and also forward this information to any interested person! Don't miss the grand opening of our new grand office: on Saturday, November 16 at 2331 York Road, Suite 300 in Timonium, MD from 6-8 pm. Free admission: all are welcome (children a...
Sorrentino’s ode to Naples, ‘Parthenope,’ gets mixed reviews in Italy over San Gennaro sex scene
When director Paolo Sorrentino’s hit series “The Young Pope” debuted in 2016, it took the Vatican a year to grudgingly bless his imagined and occasionally blasphemous portrayal of the pope. Not so for Sorrentino’s latest film “Parthenope,” which has gotten an early thumbs down from Italy’s Catholic Church. That has only seemed to pique interest in...
Eataly Global Italian Marketplace Will Open in Mall at Short Hills (NJ) On Nov. 13
Residents have been abuzz online asking when the popular Manhattan global Italian marketplace and retail concept Eataly will open the doors of its Mall at Short Halls location. The wait ends with their grand opening on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 3:00 p.m. This location is the 13th North American Eataly, and there are 50 worldwide. “As Eataly continues...
“Science, She Says!”: the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs launches the third edition of the award
The deadline to participate in the third edition of the “Science, She Says!” prize will expire on January 15, 2025. The prize was established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and will be awarded to five young foreign female researchers under 40 from as many geographical areas, included the United States. It will be t...
Reynoso honors Seddio and others at Italian heritage ceremony
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted the Italian Heritage and Culture Proclamation Ceremony on Oct. 30 at FIAO's Il Centro Cultural Community Center in Bath Beach, recognizing the contributions of Italian Americans to the borough. Among the honorees was Frank Seddio, a retired Surrogate's Court Judge, former Brooklyn Bar Association pr...
Message from President Mattarella to the President-elect of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump
The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, sent the following message to the President-elect of the United States of America, Donald Trump. «Please receive my most cordial wishes of success for your new term in office as the President of the United States of America. Our Countries are united by indissoluble bonds of friendship and collaborat...
The Rise of Plant-Based Italian Dishes in North Carolina
Italian cuisine has long been celebrated for its rich flavors, fresh ingredients, and heartwarming dishes, often centered around meat, cheese, and pasta. However, with the growing popularity of plant-based diets, traditional Italian cooking is undergoing a transformation. More and more restaurants, especially in North Carolina, are embracing the de...
How To Drink An Espresso Like An Italian Pro
When we think of Italy's gifts to the world, we often picture steaming plates of pasta or perfectly crispy pizzas. But perhaps Italy's most vital contribution to our daily lives is the humble espresso -- it's often the only thing that keeps many of us awake and aware early in the morning. Yet for many people, it's not just a fast caffeine boost, bu...
Italians During Wartime America
When: Sat, Nov 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM - Where: Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Dr, Farmington, CT, 06032 - More info here Mary Elizabeth Basile Chopas is the granddaughter of Italian immigrants who settled in Farmington, CT in the 1930s. Her presentation will discuss the experiences of Italians living in the United States during World War II, with spec...
Why I Love Wine Therapy And The Best Places To Try It
Tuscany in Italy is among the most talked about parts of the country. And, the more time spent traveling through this central Italian region, with its many vineyards and gentle hills, the more quickly one comes to appreciate the allure. After several visits, I was more than pleased to learn about Wine Therapy. This wellness experience combines the...
Carrello Di Cannoli to Open ‘The Cannoli Shop’ in Fairfield
There’s nothing more New Jersey than a good cannoli. Whether you’re Italian or not, living in New Jersey means that Italian desserts and pastries have a special place in all of our hearts. Carrello Di Cannoli, a mobile cannoli service, is officially launching a brick-and-mortar experience called The Cannoli Shop coming to 376 Hollywood Avenue in Fa...