Presented by Carla Gambescia. Tuesday, September 24th • 7:00 pm. Casa Belvedere – The Italian Cultural Foundation, 79 Howard Ave, Staten Island, NY 10301. Light fare & refreshments will be provided. Suggested Donation: $15 Member. $20 Non-Member. Please RSVP in Advance here.

Italy is the only country to have given the world not just one but three Golden Ages. Join us for a fascinating examination Italy’s remarkable third Golden Age and how it took root following the devastation of World War II. We'll explore how “Brand Italy” romanced the world through the realms of film, fashion, design, gastronomy and the indomitable spirit of La Dolce Vita.

Our lecturer, Carla Gambescia, is the author of the award-winning book La Dolce Vita University: An Unconventional Guide to Italian Culture from A-to-Z. Also a marketing executive, former restaurateur and avid traveler; she created the Giro del Gelato bike tour winner of OUTSIDE Magazine’s Best Trip in Western Europe.