Bears great Joe Fortunato dead at 87
Joe Fortunato was such a dominating force during a 12-year career with the Bears that if he had played elsewhere, he might be even more revered as one of the game’s all-time great linebackers. But as a member of the Bears and a teammate of Bill George, known as the first true middle linebacker in the sport, Fortunato’s credentials never got quite t...
‘Hot Bench’ judge loves this Little Italy restaurant
“Hot Bench” Judge Michael Corriero shares his memories of growing up in Little Italy — and of his favorite restaurant, Forlini’s — on Sunday’s episode of “Celebrity Taste Makers” (6 p.m. on Ch. 11). “Forlini’s [93 Baxter St.] was really a very significant place for Italian-American families,” says Corriero, 75. “It’s where we generally celebrated t...
Supporting the UNESCO candidature of the Neapolitan pizza making art
The event Tu Vuò fa’ il Napoletano - Facce da Pizza landed in the USA. The first of the three gatherings in support to the candidature of the Neapolitan pizza making art to UNESCO’s Intangible World Heritage, took place in Los Angeles on the 13th of October. Two million signatures were collected for the cause, and the final decision will be made pu...
Portobello marks 20 years in business in Brookfield
Not much has changed over the years at Portobello Restaurant & Pizza. It is still a quaint Italian restaurant in the Four Corners area of Brookfield, Kenny is still making pizzas and other fresh menu items, it’s still BYOB and still does not accept credit cards. On Friday, the restaurant will mark its 20th anniversary in business, proving that some...
Richmond University annual gala to honor Dr. Michael Moretti, OB-GYN Department Physicians&Marcello Sciarrino
Richmond University Medical Center today announced that its 11th Annual Gala will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017 and will be co-chaired by Dr. Loren Harris and Dr. Doreen J. Addrizzo-Harris and Mr. & Mrs. Brian and Deanna Gomez. The Gala will again salute members of the community who have made an indelible contribution to the medical center...
Partnering with Verona
The university has many partnerships with international universities. One of the partnerships is with Università degli Studi di Verona, and it has been in effect for around 10 years. Languages and Communication Department Head Dr. Lucia Harrison created the partnership in conjunction with Professor Francesco Fiumara. Harrison who is an alumna of t...
Tedesco’s Italian Fresh coming soon
New York style pizza, fresh Italian dishes and a full-service bar are just a few aspects of the new restaurant Tedesco’s Italian Fresh that owners Eric and Christina Thomson and their son Dustin Miller are bringing to Sequim’s palettes. “We’re super excited about being a part of the community,” Eric said. The new restaurant at 210 W. Washington Str...
Massachusetts Association of Italian American Police Officers recognizes Mayor Stephanie Burke
On Oct. 28, the Massachusetts Association of Italian American Police Officers, MAITAPO, presented Medford Mayor Stephanie Muccini Burke with the Guglielmo Marconi Award for Public Service. “It was a privilege and honor to be recognized by such a hardworking and philanthropic group, but the true honor is to be surrounded by such amazing men and wome...
Dr. Ottavio Balena to speak at Italian American Club meeting
The Italian American Heritage Club of Hunterdon County will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017 at 6:45 p.m. at Mountain View Chalet on Route 173 in Asbury, New Jersey - a new location. Dr. Balena will speak about Italian authors, other than the Florientine counterparts, that have significantly contributed to the making of Italian...
Celebrating Celeste A beloved Italian chef returns to Utah
When I learned of a new Italian restaurant in Murray called Celeste Ristorante—opened about two months ago—I wondered: Could it be? The name Celeste rang a loud bell and triggered some cherished food memories. And indeed, much to my elation, Celeste Ristorante is named for a chef I've been following on and off for more than two decades. His name is...
Dolce & Gabbana, preparing to launch limited-edition pasta
The famous Italian fashion house is currently preparing to make its debut into the food industry More precisely, Dolce & Gabbana is partnering up with the famous Italian producer Pastificio di Martino to launch a limited-edition pasta assortment. The limited-edition luxury food product will come only in 5.000 boxes which will be sold worldwide. Act...
Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti Nominated to Lead U.S. 6th Fleet
Navy Rear Adm. Lisa M. Franchetti was nominated by President Trump for appointment to the rank of vice admiral, and assignment as commander, 6th Fleet, according to a statement from Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis. Franchetti is currently stationed at the Pentagon where she is the Chief of Staff of J-5, the joint staff which proposes strategies, pl...