Chris Bianco to open famous Pane Bianco at Row DTLA
Restaurateur and famed pizzaiolo Chris Bianco doesn’t believe in the perfect pizza. “I think that’s the problem right now with a lot of things that are self-proclaimed ‘the best’ or ‘the perfect’ whatever,” said Bianco. It’s more personal for him, “rarely does one size fit all in that way…. It’s important that we identify things we like, whether (t...
Frico: Italy's Cheesy, Potato-Filled Comfort Food
If you didn't know by now, Italian food is about way more than pasta and tomato sauce. The types of cuisine found in the numerous regions of the boot-shaped country couldn't be more varied, interesting, and delicious. For example, in Tuscany, the cuisine stays true to its roots and excels in peasant food or recipes based heavily on vegetables, legu...
The Order of the Sons of Italy Lodge #1309 is offering a $500 Scholarship to Salida High School Seniors.
If you’re Italian and graduating from Salida High School this spring, listen up — there’s a scholarship for you. The Sons Of Italy offers a scholarship every spring to graduates of Salida High School or Horizons Exploratory Academy, to be used towards College or a Trade/Vocational School. Students must be graduating this May 2023 and must be of Ita...
Twenty-Five Chianti Classico Producers You Should Know
Everyone knows that Chianti Classico is one of the world’s most famous wines; its history dating back to the early 1700s accounts for much of its fascination and appeal. There have been countless modifications over the centuries in this territory, as these wines that once incorporated white varietals can now be produced entirely from Sangiovese. Mo...
This Italian Restaurant in Oregon Has Been A Local Favorite Since 1970
Open since 1970, nestled in the heart of Eugene, Oregon, Mazzi’s Restaurant has been serving up authentic Italian dishes for over five decades. Located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Eugene is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and stunning natural scenery. The city is famous for its love of the arts and outdoor recreation, with a t...
Can You Afford a Vacation Home in Italy?
The dollar is strong against the euro and the pound, and the real estate market in the U.S. is still prohibitively expensive. Those realities have convinced many Americans to consider buying vacation homes in Europe instead of in the United States. And if you’re dreaming of a vacation home in Europe, it’s hard to imagine a better place than Italy,...
Detroit Based Rome Prize Fellow Brings Learnings from the American Academy to Her Students at Wayne State
DII had the unique pleasure of speaking with Elena Past, Professor of Italian at Wayne State University who has just completed a ten-month Rome Prize Fellowship from the American Academy in Italy. Each spring, the Academy awards the Rome Prize and Italian Fellowship to a group of 30 artists and scholars, after an application and juried process. The...
History of the Italian Bar
Which came first, the Bar or the Caffè? Sipping a coffee at a table outside a bar is a daily habit for most Italians, including myself. In Bolsena, my house is directly above the Bar in the main square. In the morning, I like to go down the stairs and have a cappuccino and croissant (brioche) while reading the newspaper (usually the bars provide a...
Open For More Than 65 Years, Dining At Joe Marzilli’s Old Canteen Italian Restaurant In Rhode Island Is Always A Timeless Experience
Time tends to be a pretty good judge, particularly when it comes to restaurants. Restaurants that stand the test of time usually have a few things in common: A menu of delicious dishes, friendly service, and a warm ambiance. They’re the kind of place you want to eat over and over again. This Italian restaurant in Rhode Island has been dishing up cl...
Why Hollywood set designers are turning to Gaetano Pesce’s idiosyncratic furniture
Recent whodunit “Glass Onion” centers around tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton) inviting an array of acquaintances to his private island. In one memorable scene, the group gathers by a resplendent pool. There, a foam lounge chair stands in stark contrast to the monochromatic seating and sculptures it is surrounded by. It’s a brief moment....
Berlin: Kino Lorber Bringing Italian Crime Trilogy ‘Diabolik’ to U.S.
Kino Lorber has picked up all rights in the U.S. to a trilogy of stylish Italian crime movies — Diabolik, Diabolik – Ginko Attacks! and Diabolik – Who Are You? — based on the popular Italian comic book of the same name. The series follows the adventures of Diabolik, an infallible, ruthless master thief. All three films are directed by Italian broth...
Italy's La Scala goes live with opera and concert streaming service
Italy's La Scala has launched a streaming service allowing viewers to watch its operas, concerts and ballets online, in an effort to widen its audience worldwide. The first concert will be broadcast live on "La Scala TV" on Saturday with three Mozart symphonies conducted by Daniel Barenboim, the renowned Milan-based opera house said in a statement.