The Rise of LA’s Italian Sandwich Renaissance
The first bite is a revelation. The schiacciata bread cracks beneath your teeth, its olive oil-kissed surface giving way to layers of salty prosciutto, creamy stracchino, and a whisper of black truffle. It’s simple but deeply satisfying, the kind of sandwich that makes you close your eyes for a second. It feels like something you should be eating o...
Visions of Volterra at the IIC in Los Angeles
March 14 - May 18, 2025. Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles, 1023 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA. On view by appointment, click here. Visions of Volterra invites you on a journey where innovation meets history, unveiling digital preservation efforts in this ancient Italian city. At the heart of the exhibit is Volterra’s recently discovered Rom...
Open house 2025: celebrating Little Italy’s architecture, community, and culture
San Diego’s vibrant architectural heritage takes center stage once again with Oh! San Diego, an annual open-house event that invites the public to explore some of the city’s most significant and intriguing spaces. Hosted by the San Diego Architectural Foundation, this weekend-long celebration, running from March 7–9, offers rare access to iconic bu...
IM classes connect online with sister city in Italy
Two classes at Iron Mountain Schools are taking part in a unique online cultural exchange with students in a school in Italy. On Wednesday, seventh grade students in Eric Penn’s social studies class had their third meeting with their counterparts in Iron Mountain’s sister city of Sassoferrato, Italy. The students in Italy all speak English. North E...
Mira Sorvino says her dream is to be Neapolitan
Oscar winning actress Mira Sorvino told the Los Angeles Italia film festival at the Italian Institute of Culture in California Friday night that her dream is to be Neapolitan like her father and actor Paul and her grandfather Fortunato who lived in Naples' Vomero quarter. "I want to be Italian, or rather Neapolitan, in homage to my father Paul and...
San Jose: Italian restaurant group Locanda coming to Willow Glen
Italian chef and entrepreneur Enzo Rosano’s sixth Bay Area restaurant is in the works. His next one, Locanda Ischia — all of the names are followed by a destination — will be located in San Jose’s Willow Glen district, on the Lincoln Avenue restaurant row. Ischia, named for the island off Naples, will take over the space that Vin Santo occupied for...
Romanissimo Brings Traditional Italian Cuisine To San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter has welcomed a new addition to its dining scene with the opening of Romanissimo Cucina Italiana, a restaurant specializing in authentic Roman cuisine. The new concept replaces Saltwater Seafood & Steak, which closed earlier this year after nearly five years in business.Romanissimo comes from Vincenzo Loverso and Alessand...
Italian Photographer Gusmano Cesaretti Archive Heads to Huntington Library
The Huntington has acquired the archive of renowned Italian-born photographer Gusmano Cesaretti, known for documenting Southern California’s Mexican American communities, Los Angeles’ urban spaces and Hollywood film sets, the institution announced Tuesday. Spanning six decades, the archive includes 238 boxes of photographic prints, negatives, conta...
Stanley Tucci honored at Russo Brothers Italian American Film Forum
The Russo Brothers Italian American Film Forum hosted its annual awards ceremony at the AGBO studio center in downtown Los Angeles, bringing together prominent figures of Hollywood and the Italian American community nationwide. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the prestigious Renaissance Award to acclaimed actor Stanley Tucci. N...
Italian Restaurant Westlake Village: A Hidden Gem For Fine Dining
When it comes to fine dining in Westlake Village, there’s one place that consistently stands out among the rest: Bocaccio’s Restaurant. Nestled in the heart of the community, this charming Italian eatery has earned its reputation as a true hidden gem. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, looking for a casual night out, or simply craving a...
Seeking Help: The Italian American Museum fundraises for repairs
The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles has decided not to press charges against protestors who defaced the DTLA landmark with profanities. Instead, the nonprofit is raising funds to restore it. The institution was vandalized during a protest against President Donald Trump. “It’s a truly tragic turn of events as the IAMLA honors the legacy of...
On the 9th edition of Italian Design Day, experts explore the role of design as a force for equality
Italian Design Day was celebrated in San Francisco on February 12th, highlighting the crucial role of high-quality design in addressing and mitigating inequalities and reducing their impact on daily life. This annual global event, launched in 2017 with the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to showcase the excellence and disti...