Salone del mobile, Milano: the new year of Made in Italy
It’s not just an event for industry insiders or those looking to furnish their homes: Milan is the capital of new trends, technological innovations, and also of sustainable materials and solutions. The Salone del Mobile.Milano is presented as a cultural phenomenon, a commercial hub, and a celebration of creativity and innovation. For these reasons,...
'A Bronx Tale-The Musical' at Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury, CT
Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury is bringing the Connecticut Premiere of the poplar A Bronx Tale-The Musical to Waterbury starting on Friday, April 26. Based on the critically acclaimed play that inspired the now classic film, A Bronx Tale-The Musical tells the story of Calogero Anello, a young Italian-American boy growing up in the Bronx. Set in...
What to see in Calcata, the picturesque village of artists in Lazio
Do you want to join an adventure through art, nature and archaeology discovering Lazio and its most beautiful attractions? If you are planning your next trip, looking for unique experiences and emotions, today we propose you to visit a gem together right in the heart of this beautiful region, halfway between Rome and Viterbo. Our destination is Cal...
Ferrari goes blue: Miami GP livery to honor North American legacy
Ferrari has announced plans to unveil a special livery for its SF-24 F1 car for next week’s Miami Grand Prix, promising "fresh and unexpected colors" to mark the occasion. This unique design will feature two historic shades of blue – Azzurro La Plata and Azzurro Dino – commemorating the 70th anniversary of Ferrari's presence in North America. The s...
April 25th: Italian liberation day, fascism in California, and Italian Americans
As Liberation Day approaches every April 25th, the editorial pages of Italy’s national newspapers reignite the national discourse over Mussolini, fascism, and the future of Italian democracy. Although the fall of nazi/fascism may seem remote, it remains relevant today, not only to Italians but also to Italian Americans. Italian fascist influence...
The History of the Cornetto
It’s almost impossible to visit Italy and to not be tempted, at least once, by a cream-filled or sugar-coated cornetto. It’s a staple of the light, quick, and inexpensive Italian breakfast, and it pairs perfectly with a cappuccino or an espresso. From pistachio to Nutella, to honey and apricot jam, there’s a cornetto to fit just about everyone’s ta...
Why Italian white wine is so food-friendly
I don’t know how many of you buy wine specifically to drink with food, but the Italians do and we could learn a few lessons from them. If you taste wines such as soave and pinot grigio on their own, you might think they’re a bit bland and boring, but sip a glass with a plate of antipasti or spaghetti carbonara, say, and they spring into life. Itali...
Giovanni da Verrazzano: From the Renaissance to New York City
On April 17th, the 500th anniversary of Giovanni Da Verrazzano's discovery of New York Harbor, NIAF held a private screening of the upcoming documentary “Giovanni da Verrazzano: From the Renaissance to New York City” at the Paley Center in NYC! After the film presentation, guests were treated to a panel discussion featuring the film’s director and...
The battle over Puglia’s sea urchins: a delicate delicacy at risk
The outsider might find Bari’s mercato di pesce (fish market) quite striking. Along the city’s Lungomare, near the historic Teatro Margherita, lies the Molo San Nicola, a pier surrounded by modest-sized, brightly colored fishing boats. There’s nothing pristine or upscale about it—which is precisely the charm—but it’s here that you can find some of...
'I inherited an Italian farmhouse and want everyone to enjoy its beauty'
At first I was excited. Then I was terrified. Now I cannot believe my luck. Like one of those befuddled characters caught up in a Hollywood find-yourself comedy, I was that person who, on a dark winter’s day, received the unexpected phone call: a voice at the other end saying I had just inherited a 15th Century farmhouse and 50 acres of rolling Tus...
The story behind Belmont's newest Italian restaurant
Belmont’s new upscale Italian restaurant is open for business, and taking reservations. Marrelli’s Italian Restaurant has taken up residence at 33 Glenway St. in what was once Heirloom Restaurant. Linda and Scott Murphy, the owners of what is now Heirloom Catering and Honeycomb Cafe, announced last year that Heirloom Restaurant would be turned int...
The towns that time (almost) forgot: Efforts underway to revive some of Italy’s borghi abbandonati
Traveling along major highways through Italy you will often see ruins of castles and old villages. In fact, there are thousands of these towns across the country, many in the interior regions, which are completely depopulated or have very few residents. These “ghost villages” have met this fate due to natural disasters, emigration and also because...