Ridgewood's La Lanterna Café & Grill Back In Familiar Hands
La Lanterna, a nearly two-decades-old fixture in Ridgewood, is set to reopen after closing temporarily and has returned to familiar hands. The Italian restaurant, located at 29 West Ridgewood Avenue, is reopening under the management of the original owners, Paul and Joanne Karoutsos, who had sold the business more than a year ago to retire, the fam...
Bilateral Italy-Usa Meeting on Fundamental Physics Held in Washington
On March 9th and 10th, a series of bilateral meetings between Italy and the United States were held in Washington. The discussions focused on fundamental physics research topics, perspectives, and projects, that see the two countries engaged in a joint effort through important scientific collaborations. The protagonists of this annual event were It...
Here's where you can find the best Italian deli-markets in NJ
Growing up in Union City we were never at a loss for great food. No matter what you wanted, it was within walking distance. When it came to Italian deli, we had some of the best. I know that because everytime I went into one of the five in my neighborhood, they would remind me. I remember waiting at the counter at Frank's while he made fresh mozzar...
Prato Bakery: Authentic Italian Breads + Biscotti
From Jersey City to Hoboken, there’s Italian influence everywhere. Of course, beyond the savory foods, there is something seriously special about Italian baked goods. Cannoli, cookies, bread — you name it, we love it. Prato Bakery first opened in Jersey City in 2018 , but they have since expanded to three additional storefronts across Hoboken + Jer...
Sparta UNICO's Craft Fair Gets Visit from Congressman Tom Kean Jr.
McKenna Hall at Our Lady of the Lake Church was filled with tables and shoppers at Sparta UNICO's marketplace craft and vendor event on Saturday afternoon. Special guest Congressman Tom Kean Jr was on hand talking with attendees and vendors. Sparta was one of many stops that day. “It’s great to see so many friends and neighbors here today,” Kean...
New Italian honorary consul in Clifton, NJ: Sarah Angela Cangialosi in Salamone
The Consulate General of Italy in New York is pleased to announce that the procedure for the identification of a new Honorary Consul in Clifton (New Jersey) has been concluded with the appointment of Cav. Sarah Angela Cangialosi in Salamone. Consul General in New York, Fabrizio Di Michele, extends his congratulations to Cav. Sarah Cangialosi on the...
Representatives of Fratelli d’Italia Party Met the Italian Community at Casa Italiana in Washington, DC
On March 5 a delegation of the Fratelli d’Italia (Brothers of Italy - FdI) met the Italian American Community during an event at the Casa Italiana in Washington, DC. Representatives of Casa Italiana, the Italian Embassy, and Mr. Andrea Di Giuseppe, elected in the North and Central America District, organized the event. Di Giuseppe thanked the org...
Postal Museum Curator to Speak on Italy’s Stamps and Postal System
AMHS is pleased to announce that our second program of the year will feature a talk by a distinguished guest speaker and AMHS member, Daniel A. Piazza, who will give us an overview of Italian stamps and the Italian postal service. The meeting will take place at Casa Italiana on March 26. Dan has been the Chief Curator of the Smithsonian’s National...
Clark’s Sofia DiProfio Honored as Outstanding Female Athlete for National Women in Sports Day
Sofia DiProfio, a senior at Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark, joined over 140 female student-athletes on Feb. 12 in celebration of the 37th Anniversary of National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NAGWS). NAGWS is recognized in all 50 states to honor the success of female athletes and recognize the struggle for equality for women in sports. E...
Acclaimed pizza maker opens NJ Italian market/restaurant
Sal Basile, celebrated Cooking Channel chef, restaurateur, and one of the country’s foremost authorities in Italian cuisine opened the doors to his first Sally Boy’s restaurant in Red Bank. “We set out to create something truly different, so we started with something truly amazing. We’re more than a pizza joint - we’re an experience,” says Chef Bas...
Italian American author wins book award
Italian American author Jo-Ann Vega’s debut poetry collection, Wolf Woman & Other Poems, is a Bronze Medal Winner in the Poetry category in Reader Views Reviewer’s Choice Awards, 2022-2023. Started in 2005, Reader Views is one of the most prestigious and longest-running book award competitions on the indie publishing scene. Reader Views uses a thre...
Columbus Day Parade Seeks Nominations For Grand Marshal
The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is searching for a grand marshal for their 32nd annual parade, one of the highlights of their Italian Festival to be held in Seaside Heights from October 6-8. “The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival has grown into one of the most popular ethnic celebrations in the state, attracting t...