The Italian American Chamber of Commerce invites you to a Unique Culinary Experience in Italy
Living the Italian lifestyle and culture is the perfect way to discover Italy! This program, developed in collaboration with Pelago University in Naples offers the opportunity to experience and taste the Mediterranean cuisine, learn Italian language and visit Campania, a region in the south Italy rich in artistic and archaeological sites,...
That’s amore: Love story is on the menu at Agostino’s
John Gabrielle tells a love story just about every night. It's about him and his wife, Francesca. They own Agostino's Restaurant in Fairview Heights with other family members, including his mom, Rosa, and brother, Paul, who is executive chef. John, 57, works the dining room, a large area with murals of Italy on the wall and white cloths on th...
Marco’s Pizza Reveals Aggressive Development Plan for the Southeast
Marco's Pizza, the fastest-growing pizza franchise in the United States, is targeting the Southeast for growth. With hundreds of franchise locations already open and operating in the region, the company has announced plans to open more than 300 additional locations through strategic franchise partnerships in the coming years. The new franc...
Coda Di Volpe Opening In July, Bringing Billy Lawless To Southport Corridor
Chicago restaurateurs Billy Lawless and Ryan O'Donnell are opening shop in the Southport Corridor in July with Coda di Volpe. The Southern Italian restaurant will open at 3335 N. Southport Ave. under the direction of executive chef Chris Thompson, known for his San Francisco eateries A16 and Spruce. "We want to bring a little sophisti...
The Florentine Italian Restaurant Is A Must -Try! Chicago, IL
by Michelle Guilbeau The Florentine is located on the 2nf floor of the JW Marriott at 151 W. Adams. It is walking distance to the heart of Chicago's financial district. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the week. They are open at 6:30am to 10:30am to accommodate breakfast meetings, and will serve lunch between 11:0...
Fried Meatballs, Prosecco Italian Ice and Other Delicious Curiosities
Bar Lupo, a new neighborhood Italian spot from the man behind Maple & Ash and the talented barwoman behind the Drifter, is now open in River North. It is not like other neighborhood Italian spots. For starters, it's probably the only place in the city where you can watch the World Series and eat fried cheesy meatballs at the same...
Italian Trade Agency Showcases Italian Food and 67 Italian food and beverage companies at FMI Connect 2016 at McCormick Place in Chicago
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) in collaboration with its partners, the Italian Ministry of Economic Development, Federalimentare CIBUS, TuttoFood and Vinitaly, will organize the Italian Pavilion during FMI Connect 2016 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The Italian Pavilion will showcase 67 Italian food and beverage companies allowing attendees to expe...
The Brunch Dish: Italian Sausagefest at City Dough
While the rest of Chicago yammered over Little Goat and Au Cheval, there's a sleek, well-oiled diner perfecting the diner formula in Lakeview. Amidst the flurry of re-imagined diners, City Dough stands as one of the best examples of the template. From the polished, sunny vibe to the jovial servers and heartwarming, heart attack-inducing me...
Sacred Heart Church hosts 103rd Italian Dinner fundraiser
Sacred Heart Church in Camp Washington will host its annual Italian Dinner Sunday. Sunday's event will mark the 103rd Italian Dinner. Organizers said the dinner is more than a meal. It is a tradition and a fellowship based in love and friendship. Read more Source: http://www.wlwt.com
La Rondinella offers distinctive Italian flavors
by Sylvia Rector Everyone was wondering what chef-owner Dave Mancini's new and long-awaited La Rondinella would turn out to be. Would the founder of the wildly popular Supino Pizzeria do an old-school joint with checkered tablecloths? Could it be an upscale Northern Italian place? Or maybe even something slick and modern? We shoul...
Nonna's Italian Dip Lampredotto is one gutsy sandwich
When I first visited Florence as a young whelp I was too much of a wuss to try the city's signature panini di lampredotto, a tripe sandwich sold from street stalls all over the city. Historically a workingman's sandwich, it was a cheap, high-protein way to fill up on the way to the olive orchards. But it's maintained its appeal despite its...
Italian Eatery Arthur Ave Swings Open Tuesday With Muffaletta Sandwiches
by Brenna Houck Yet another Zack Sklar restaurant is opening in Birmingham. Arthur Ave — named after the famous Little Italy strip in the Bronx — is situated next to Peas & Carrots Hospitality's most recent endeavor Au Cochon. Designed by 555 International in Chicago, the 2,500-square-foot space seats 120 diners, according to a release. ...