Coccia Institute: “Teaching Italian Workshops” Registration Now Open
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for “Teaching Italian Symposium/Workshops XVI: Activating SDGs in the Italian Classroom”– the 16th annual professional development program organized by the Coccia Institute for the Italian Experience in America and Prof.ssa Enza Antenos, Dept. of World Languages & Cultures, at Montclair State University. This year’s event w...
Gorgona, the last island-prison in Italy where wine is produced by the prisoners and Frescobaldi
Gorgona is the last island prison in Italy and the only one in Europe. It was established over a century and a half ago, in 1869, but since 2012, it has become famous, thanks to a project where wine is an instrument of redemption, teaching that it is possible to change one’s life. Frescobaldi created the Social Project in Gorgona in collaboration...
European Games 2023, Italy sets record: 100 medals for Azzurri launched toward Paris 2024
The medals collected by the Italian men and women athletes at the 2023 European Games in Poland total 100. There are 35 golds, 26 silvers, and 39 bronzes for a record-breaking edition in which the Azzurri dominated the medal table while also taking home victory in the points standings. Spain picks up just over half the medals left by Italy - 57 po...
‘Bravo - Celebrating San Francisco Opera, Its Italian Roots and Legacy’ at Museo Italo Americano
The story of the Italian American community in the founding of the San Francisco Opera is front and center in “Bravo — Celebrating San Francisco Opera, Its Italian Roots and Legacy” at the Museo Italo Americano at Fort Mason. As the company celebrates its 2022-2023 centennial season, the life and career of Neapolitan conductor Gaetano Merola, the...
Puglia: Don’t Compare It to Any Other “In-Place”, It Has a Magic All Its Own
Puglia is a region located in the south of Italy that has become a trendy destination for travelers. It’s being called “the new Tuscany” as a compliment, because of its booming popularity, but in reality, the two regions couldn’t be more different. Puglia doesn’t need to be compared to any other region, it has plenty to offer that, in fact, may be...
Donte DiVincenzo agrees to 4-year deal with Knicks
Donte DiVincenzo has agreed to a four-year, $50 million deal to join former Villanova teammates Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart with the New York Knicks, per multiple reports. DiVincenzo spent last season with the Golden State Warriors before deciding to move across the country and sign with New York. The Knicks won a playoff series for the first time...
Little Italy Mercato nominated for best farmers market in US
San Diego is known for its farmer markets, but one stood out in the eyes of one travel website. Little Italy Mercato was nominated as one of the ten best farmers markets in the country. “USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards are renowned for recognizing exceptional establishments and attractions across the United States, and the nomination of L...
What to Eat in Genoa: Traditional Genoese Dishes to Try
Genoa is a beautiful city in northwestern Italy which is famed for its mouthwatering cuisine and mesmerising architecture. Wander through the city for any amount of time and you’ll spy examples of medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Gothic architecture. However, the real draw of the town remains its foodie scene. Genoa is nestled in the heart of th...
Italian Cultural Foundation awards inaugural scholarships to two college-bound students
The evening brimmed with community spirit, celebrating Italy’s rich history and age-old traditions. It was The Italian Cultural Foundation at Casa Belvedere’s inaugural “Musica Sotto le Stelle” — Music Under the Stars. At the event, the foundation launched its college-bound scholarship program by awarding two graduating high school students of Ital...
Vigevano, Leonardo da Vinci and Donato Bramante
When Ludovico Sforza, known as il Moro, decided to transfer his court from Milan to Vigevano, making it his summer residence, he brought with him, in addition to his wife Beatrice d’Este and his court, two exceptional consultants: Leonardo da Vinci and Donato Bramante. It was 1493 and the influence of these two giants has survived to this day. Vig...
If Pasta Is Your Love Language, You’ll Be In Heaven At Mabella’s Italian Steakhouse In Georgia
Regardless of your dietary preferences, you have to admit that pasta is a pretty phenomenal dish. It can be adapted to just about any sort of dietary needs, from vegan to gluten-free, can be topped with a huge variety of sauces and cheeses, and can be found at lots of restaurants, or made quite easily at home. If you ask me, there’s no better comfo...
Amerigo Vespucci: Sailing as Italy’s Global Ambassador
The round-the-world voyage of the Amerigo Vespucci ship has set sail from the port of Genoa, during which the sailing vessel of the Italian Navy will serve as an ambassador for Made in Italy. On board are 217 crew members and 126 trainees, including one Ukrainian trainee. The project, initiated by Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, also involves the...