An immigrant's journey from coal miner to Millionaire's Row
In 1902, 22-year-old Pietro Nelli, like so many immigrants before him, boarded a ship and left Italy to seek a better future in America. At that age, he could have never imagined what lay before him. It’s possible he saw himself as a loving father and husband — which he was. And perhaps even a successful businessman — ditto. But it’s unlikely he wo...
Sagra 2024 in Portland, OR
Sunday, October 6th, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT. Grand Amari, 509 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR. Buy Sagra ticket here. Join us for Sagra, our beloved celebration of Italian culture and a key fundraising event for the Portland Bologna Sister City Association’s Youth Exchange Program and BIPOC Youth Scholarship. Aperitivo + Dinner Experience ($80). Aperiti...
Lucia Mauro’s New Documentary Honoring the Italian-Immigrant Victims of The Fish Creek Massacre Has Been Released and Is Available to Rent on Vimeo
Writer-Director Lucia Mauro’s new one-hour documentary, titled The Loneliest Road, is now available to rent on Vimeo. Inspired by Calabrian author Silvio Manno’s 2016 book, Charcoal and Blood, it honors the five Italian-immigrant charcoal burners shot dead by a sheriff’s posse while striking for better wages in the mining boom town of Eureka, Nevad...
Italian Heritage Night at the Arizona Diamondbacks Game
We are excited to announce Italian Heritage Night with the Arizona Diamondbacks, taking place on Friday September 27th at Chase Field in Phoenix! Celebrate our rich Italian heritage while enjoying an exciting baseball game alongside fellow members of the community. Special Offer: If you purchase your tickets here, participants will receive a limite...
Italian Festival returns to Scottsdale in October
The Italian Association of Arizona will host its ninth annual Italian Festival with the theme La Strada del Vino at Old Town Scottsdale Waterfront highlighting Italian culture in the Arizona community. The two-day festival will start on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and end on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “La Strada del Vino m...
San Gennaro Festival of Seattle 2024
September 6 to 8: mark your calendars for the BEST Italian Street Fair in Seattle! Always the weekend AFTER Labor Day on 1225 S. Angelo Street in Georgetown, Seattle, WA. We are looking forward to seeing you all there! Friday September 6th: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Saturday September 7th: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday September 8th: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. AD...
Check in on the Amalfi Coast in Las Vegas with Balla Italian Soul
On the north end of the Strip you’ll find Balla Italian Soul, a sweet joint with a patio that looks out to Las Vegas Boulevard. It’s chef Shawn McClain’s newest venture, with a menu that captures some of the most celebrated flavors and ingredients of Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Once you’re seated inside the bright restaurant, ask for a beverage menu, and...
From food truck to cafe: Italian spot opening this fall in Boise
The owners of a local cannoli food truck are opening a brick-and-mortar location and expanding the menu. Caffè Sorrento is opening up shop this fall at 10668 West Overland Road in Boise, which is in the former Flour Child cake shop. Flour Child closed last December. Caffè Sorrento owners Tony and Emma Curcuru also operate The Tony Cannoli — a food...
There's a free two-day Italian festival in Seattle & it includes a grape stomp
September is going to be the month to celebrate Italian heritage and culture in Seattle. Festa Italiana is back and taking over the Seattle Center with its 37th annual festival for a full weekend, and here’s what to expect! The Italian festival takes place on Saturday, September 28th, and Sunday, September 29th. It’s a celebration of Italians and I...
‘Mesmerized and amazed’: Utah Tech dance students immerse selves in Italian art, traditions
Communicating with a language barrier can be hard, but when these students traveled to Italy, they found a common ground that transcends spoken word: the art of dance. “Whether the teacher could speak English or not, through dance, we were able to communicate and share the love of dance with each other,” Utah Tech University dance Adviser Jenny Mai...
Chef Joey Maggiore’s The Italiano will open Sept. 20
The Italiano, the newest masterpiece by Chef Joey Maggiore and his team of culinary geniuses, has announced its official grand opening for Friday, September 20, 2024. Located at 90th Street and Shea Blvd. in Scottsdale, AZ, the elevated Italian restaurant will be The Maggiore Group’s sixth concept introduced to the Valley’s award-winning dining sce...
Loma brings modern Italian flair to Lower Main Streetin Park City, UT
LOMA, the newest culinary venture from Meisha and Adam Ross, just lit up Park City’s Lower Main Street with its chic take on Italian fare. Fresh off a successful soft opening, LOMA is ready to impress with house-made pastas, wood-fired delights, and a Mediterranean twist that will make your taste buds sing. With a focus on sustainability and local...