A Food Lover’s Guide to the Hill, St. Louis' Premier Italian Destination
When it comes to specialty food shops and restaurants that have stood the test of time, no St. Louis neighborhood does it better than the Hill. The south city neighborhood still wears its Italian roots proudly, with fire hydrants and even crosswalks proudly sporting the Tricolore, and naturally there are numerous Italian delis, bakeries, coffee sho...
The 26 Best Things to Do in Rome
In such an ancient and dense place, prioritizing which corners to see can be an overwhelming task. How do you even start to figure out what to do in Rome? To shed some light on that impenetrable question, we've pulled together a list of world-famous sites and lesser-known destinations—museums, markets, archeological and architectural marvels—that w...
Horrific Treatment Of Sammy Davis Jr. Forced Frank Sinatra To Take A Historic Stand
Music legend Frank Sinatra, affectionately known as the Chairman of the Board, was one of the greatest entertainers to emerge from the 20th century. He was also one of the most powerful people in the entertainment industry at the height of his fame. He even helped support President John F. Kennedy's presidential campaign. While there are certainly...
ISMEA report on Italian wine: turnover 13.8 billion euros; exports worth 7.8 billion euros; production down
The Italian wine industry (that will be meeting at Vinitaly, from April 13th to 17th, in Verona, which is the largest trade fair in the sector celebrating one of Italy’s symbolic products, ed.), is going through a moment of “transition” and has many challenges ahead to face. At the same time, though, it can count on solid foundations as it has an i...
How Brooklyn’s Lucia Pizza Continues a Family Legacy
Salvatore Carlino, chef-owner of Brooklyn’s Lucia Pizza, did not have to look any further than his own upbringing when deciding what he wants his pizza joint to look like. Carlino’s parents were the owners of legendary pizza joint Papa Leone’s: “It’s kind of like having professional athletes for parents, then you decide that you wanna play that spo...
Puglia’s Enchanting Towns, Among the Most Picturesque, but Often Snubbed
Italy is world-famous not only for its cities of art but also for its many seaside resorts. The best known are on the Ligurian and Tyrrhenian Seas (just think of the Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast), while those on the Adriatic side are largely snubbed, which is a big mistake. In particular, the region of Puglia is home to some of the most pict...
Poltrona Frau Announces Opening of Flagship Store on New York's Madison Avenue
Italian luxury furniture brand Poltrona Frau is set to open a new flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York City. The store, located in a historic early twentieth-century Art Deco building, spans three levels and covers 19,000 square feet, making it a significant presence in Manhattan's midtown design district. The flagship store is envisioned a...
Italy’s Digital Nomad visa enables foreigners reside, work as freelancers for 12 months renewable
The Italian government has launched a digital nomad visa enabling third-country nationals, such as Nigerians to perform highly-skilled work as a freelancer in Italy, or work remotely in Italy for an employer who is based outside the country for up to 12 months which can be renewed. This new visa category was approved and signed into law in March 20...
'Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria' is bringing east coast flavor to your dinner plate
If you want a warm meal draped in Sicily sizzle – 'Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria' should be the next stop on your travel itinerary. Owner Dominick Visocaro is proud to say his restaurant has been in business for 40 years. “Whenever the customers come over here to the restaurant, I think that they feel like it’s warm and welcoming and it’s fami...
Best Day Trips from Bologna
Bologna stands as a pivotal travel hub in the heart of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and exquisite cuisine. This bustling city not only offers an array of attractions within its confines, including the famous Piazza Maggiore, the Two Towers, and a myriad of historical buildings, but also serves as an ex...
In Sardinia – An Unexpected Journey in Italy
When: Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 PM - Where: Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco @INNOVIT, 710 Sansome St Beyond its fabled beaches, reconsidering how its unique history and ways have shaped Italy and Europe today, Jeff Biggers, in conversation with Valeria Orani, explores how travelers must first understand Sardinia and its ancient and modern...
21st of April: happy birthday to the Caput Mundi
Every year on April 21st, the streets of Rome come alive to celebrate the birthday of the Eternal City, which tradition says was founded on the 21st of April 753 BC by the first of its seven kings, Romulus. According to the famous Latin writer Varro, Romulus, guided by the astrological calculations of the physicist Lucius Tarutius Firmanus, establ...