9 Fun Facts About Venice We Bet You Didn’t Know
Venice is a city that has fascinated many for centuries, a city completely man made, transformed into one of the most beautiful in Italy. Visitors come to wonder at the beautiful architecture and churches, to delight in a little spritz and cicchetti, to gaze at the stunning views over the Adriatic and perhaps take part in a tour of Venice to see th...
The gothic magic of Orvieto
Orvieto is a charming town located in the Umbria region of central Italy, built atop a volcanic tuff cliff overlooking the countryside. Its strategic position along the ancient Via Cassia, one of the main roads of the Roman Empire, made it a significant cultural and historical hub for centuries. Orvieto‘s roots can be traced back to Etruscan times,...
Mangia e Bevi: Italian food is done right at this Cocoa Beach eatery | Restaurant review
We hadn’t been to Mangia e Bevi Pizzeria Napoletana, with its puffy pizzas and its lovely meat and cheese trays, since well before it added sandwiches, pasta dishes and a new dining room. We should have headed to Cocoa Beach sooner. As always, it has that long, narrow main room dominated by its ovens, with those Italo-stylish movie posters and a ra...
The 5: Things You Never Knew About Puglia
The region of Puglia is known for many things: juicy burrata, aperitivo-staple taralli, nonne rolling orrechiette in the Barese streets, white conical Trulli houses, sandy beaches, and rows upon rows of olive trees. But there’s much more to Italy’s heel (if the above info was new to you though, get reading on the rest of our Puglia Issue here). Tak...
Westchester Italian Film Festival returns to Picture House cinemas for three-day run May 17-19
The Picture House Regional Film Center announced today that the Westchester Italian Film Festival will take place the weekend of May 17-19, 2024, in partnership with the Italian American Forum. Opening night, at The Picture House Bronxville, will begin with a dessert reception before a screening of Alejandro Monteverde’s Cabrini and a special in p...
Discovering the Dolomites: a journey through Italy's deliciously underrated mountain region
When winter’s chill was thawed by the blossoming of spring, our family would set off for the long drive from the Oxfordshire downs to our holiday house in Le Marche, central Italy. Cruising through the arable heartlands of Europe, my heart would skip a beat as we neared the totemic slate gradients of the Italian Alps. Snaking over the Brenner Pass,...
Female Leadership is Shaping the Italian FinTech Sector
In the ever-evolving FinTech landscape, diversity emerges as a crucial catalyst for innovation and success. There is still considerable progress to be made, but the trend is clear: the number of FinTech companies led by women is increasing. Deloitte’s insights further underscore this trend, pointing out three key areas of improvement: boosting fema...
Tre on Main: Setting the Stage for a New Era of Italian Cuisine and Ambiance
New to Carmel’s culinary scene, Evans and his staff are celebrating the grand opening of Tre, located at 10 E. Main Street, Carmel, IN. This vibrant eatery marks the third venture from Evans and is the crowning jewel in Evans’ culinary portfolio, boasting a spacious 4,800-square-foot layout with seating for 120 indoors and 50 outdoors, including a...
Ferrari challenge North America drivers duel for inaugural 296 challenge victories
There was no shortage of Ferrari racecars or on-track action during the 2024 Ferrari Challenge North America season-opening race at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, TX on Saturday. More than 70 Ferraris across the Trofeo Pirelli, Coppa Shell and 488 Challenge Evo classes took part in afternoon races at the 3.426-mile circuit. Competitors i...
This Town In The Italian Dolomites Is Known For Tasty Food, Friendly Locals, And Scenic Hikes
In the valleys of Northern Italy, beneath the jagged spires of the Italian Dolomites, lies a quaint South Tyrolean town far from fairy tale or myth. Known as the Pearl of the Dolomites and the "place of crows" in Latin, Corvara captivates all who visit with its natural beauty, offering more than just vistas. Seated in the heart of Alta Badia, adven...
Antonio Cerrato Launches 450Gradi, a New Culinary Venture in Coral Gables, Miami
In an exciting development for Italian cuisine enthusiasts, Antonio Cerrato, a seasoned chef and entrepreneur, has officially opened 450Gradi, his newest Italian restaurant, in Coral Gables, Miami. This venture significantly expands Cerrato's culinary influence across America, blending traditional Italian flavors with innovative global techniques. ...
Italian street food: the 20 most famous street foods in Italy
Never deprive yourself of the pleasure of eating: this is probably the principle from which the idea of street food originates. In a country like Italy, rich in ancient culinary traditions and extraordinary products, we can taste unique recipes even while walking immersed in the attractions of an art city or in the idyllic scenarios of nature. Let'...