A snapshot of Italy’s growing defence industry
A pillar of European security. Italy remains a cornerstone of Europe’s defence industrial base, excelling in sectors such as aerospace, electronics, and shipbuilding, according to Area Studi Mediobanca’s latest analysis of the industry. The report highlights the country’s highly diversified defence sector, structured as a pyramid with two state-con...
Re-creating a family tradition, one walnut at a time
Fifty years ago my great-grandfather Carlo Portolan hauled down from the roof of his Lincoln Heights home a glass jug full of fragrant black booze, warm from 40 days in the sun. He decanted it into smaller bottles, affixed to each a masking tape label inscribed with the year — 1974 — and passed them around to friends and family. He died four years...
Camp Hereford: Italian POW camp located near Hereford
After the United States entered World War II, prisoner-of-war camps were established to hold those who were captured fighting Allied forces. Here on the High Plains, we had two POW camps: Camp McLean and Camp Hereford. According to the Texas State Historical Association, the War Department authorized the building of Camp Hereford in June 1942, and...
Sagre, How To Celebrate A Community
Manifestos printed on fluorescent-colored paper with large black letters: you don’t need to read them to know it’s an announcement for a sagra. In Italy, there are about 20,000 of these small-town fairs—some massive and tourist attractions, others so modest they gather only the locals, but always centered around food. Truffles, wine, fish, mussels,...
Ari's Pantry, a Beloved Italian Market, Opens Second Location in Trinity Groves
While most visit Italy and think, I should move here, Ari and Amy Lowenstein thought to bring Italy's renowned culinary scene to Dallas when he first opened Ari's Pantry in December 2023. The dream was just a seed decades ago. After spending 10 years in Rome, Ari discovered his passion for food among the aisles of his neighborhood market, Mercato R...
Christmas like a local in Italy: 10 things to do
Looking for some Christmas inspiration? Check out our list of the best things to do during the festive season. Admire artistic lights, explore snow-covered villages that even Santa Claus would feel at home in, get some ideas for a weekend away, and don't forget to try the festive menu to celebrate the holidays like a local in Italy. Check out our h...
The Armani Group Unveils Plans for New Branded Residences in South Florida
Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani’s interior design studio, Armani/Casa, completed its first residential project in Miami in 2020 and, now, the firm has reentered the South Florida market with a brand-new development, this time in ritzy Pompano Beach—and Robb Report got an exclusive first look. Designed in collaboration with the renowned fir...
Giulia Tofana, Italy's most notorious poisoner
Spooky month may be over, but a good historical true-crime story is always welcome, especially when it’s about a woman widely considered one of the most infamous villains of 17th-century Italy. Giulia Tofana gained infamy for her creation and distribution of Aqua Tofana, a lethal poison that became associated with hundreds of deaths. Tofana’s conc...
‘Jersey Shore’ Vs. the State of New Jersey
It’s been 15 years since the premiere of MTV’s Jersey Shore. At the time, the show stirred up mixed feelings: It irritated locals, offended media members, and even bothered the state’s highest elected official. It was also a bona fide sensation. Even after everyone’s anger and fake tans have faded away, there’s still a lot to learn from the battle...
Philadelphia’s Italian Consulate is closed indefinitely due to electrical problems
Marone! That’s what some in Philadelphia’s Italian community were exclaiming upon learning Tuesday that the Italian Consulate is closed “until further notice” after experiencing electrical problems during construction at the building housing its Center City headquarters. The timing couldn’t have been much worse, said Consulate General Christiana Me...
The best Christmas markets in Italy 2024
Italy is a magical destination year-round, but during the Christmas season, it transforms into a festive wonderland. From the snow-dusted Alps to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast, Christmas markets in Italy are an enchanting mix of local traditions, artisanal crafts, and culinary delights. If you're planning a trip this winter, here’s your ultima...
With a Pizza Oven Imported From Italy, This Brand-New Virginia Pizza Restaurant Is the Real Deal
Pizza restaurants are common here in Virginia, but they're not all created equally. Some focus on speed, others on generous portions, and some prioritize quality above all else. It's a rare pizzeria that offers all three, but Pi-Napo seems to hit that mark. My family and I visited this new restaurant in the Fry Springs neighborhood of Charlottesvil...