Wynn's Bartolotta Becomes Costa Di Mare
by Andy Wang In a shocker of a Strip-dining development, the beloved Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare at Wynn abruptly served its final meals Sunday night. The restaurant is quickly being flipped into chef Mark LoRusso's Costa di Mare, which will open with new signage, a new menu and even new staff uniforms tonight. It had previous...
Business Spotlight: Gasperetti’s
by Derek Shuck Thanks to big retailers, specialty kitchen shops have become rare in the modern market but Diana Gasperetti is keeping the tradition alive and well with Gasperetti's located at 2805 Bridgeport Way. Long time residents of University Place may recognize the name, as Gasperetti and her husband ran the shop through the 90's before...
Dr. Paolo Incampo Joins US. Marines for Toys for Tots Literacy Program to Combat The Scourge Of Illiteracy
Dr. Paolo Incampo is more than a local dentist. He is an active and caring member of his community; always active in helping and caring about the quality of life for others. Case in point: Dr. Incampo has been contributing to such benefits as the Boys and Girls Club during their Christmas toy drive; Somebody Cares New England for Thanksgiving and C...
Sights, Sounds and Flavors of Italy Come to Downtown Reno during the Eldorado Great Italian Festival, October 12 and 13
For 32 years, the Eldorado has brought the sights, sounds and flavors of Italy to downtown Reno during the Eldorado Great Italian Festival. The festival, held each year over Columbus Day weekend, is a celebration of Italian culture and traditions. Set for October 12 and 13, the festival transforms downtown Reno into Little Italy with a gra...
Las Vegas’ Ferraro Family to Open its First Pizza Forte at Sunset Station April 1
On Wednesday, April 1, Las Vegas' newest pizza concept, Pizza Forte, will officially open at Sunset Station in Henderson. This brand-new casual quick serve restaurant, located in the Food Court, is the dream of the Ferraros, the family behind Las Vegas' longest running family-owned and operated Italian restaurant, Ferraro's Italian Restaurant &...
St. Leonard Church to Close After New Year’s for Interior Renovation
St. Leonard Church will close for its long delayed restoration beginning on January 2, 2017. Located in Boston's North End at 320 Hanover Street, the iconic Roman Catholic church will be under construction for several months and perhaps over a year. The news was posted in this week's church bulletin: We can finally announce with confidence tha...
Film Festival presents Italian Oscar contender ‘The Great Beauty’ Jan. 15-19
Italy's official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film — "The Great Beauty" — premieres in Sedona at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre Jan. 15-19. The epic new drama has just been shortlisted for the Oscar and has been a sensation with critics and audiences around the world. "The Great Beauty" has also garnered four Euro...
What Clique Hospitality Has in Store with Bottiglia Enoteca
Next up for Green Valley Ranch and Clique Hospitality? Bottiglia Enoteca, the new Italian restaurant with approachable rustic Italian fare and a robust wine list with choices from Napa County and Sonoma County in California, Italy, France and all around the world. The restaurant designed by Alessandro Munge from Munge Studio plans to be de...
PINO Brings A Piece of Europe to North Scottsdale Suburbia
When you open the doors to north Phoenix's PINO, you're greeted by a spacious patio that might just remind you of cafes in France and Italy. The restaurant is a private spot for couples looking for solitude and romance in the middle of suburbia, making it an optimal venue for those wanting to grab a quick bite to eat, linger over a family dinner, o...
North End’s Frattaroli Family Relative Missing After Berlin Christmas Market Attack
by Matt Conti Relatives of Fabrizia Lorenzo in Boston's North End are praying for their missing cousin following the attack on a Christmas Market in Berlin, Germany. The Frattaroli family have released the following statement: "Our cousin, Fabrizia Di Lorenzo of Sulmona, Italy is missing following the tragic attack at the Christmas Market...
Alto Adige Wines Invites Sommeliers to Discover Italian Wines at Their Peak Master Class Series & Scholarship Program in Partnership With Guild of Sommeliers
Alto Adige, one of Italy's smallest wine-producing regions, is also one of the country's most diverse. Education is vital to help spread awareness and understanding of these multi-faceted wines. Following the success of the 2012 Master Class series hosted by Master Sommelier, Laura Maniec, Alto Adige Wines has re-launched an educational initiative...
Suitsupply opens in Scottsdale
Men in Phoenix have a new place to suit up.International men's fashion brand Suitsupply opened its first Phoenix-area store at Scottsdale Quarter last week, marking the Amsterdam-based company's 11th U.S. store. The retailer is known for its focus on custom tailoring and using 100 percent Italian fabrics to create a modern style. Read mor...