Italian cuisine: Fresh farfalle For summer
Just because the temperatures are warming up doesn’t mean that fresh pasta can’t be a part of your meal. This recipe uses egg dough which in addition to farfalle, you can also use it to make fettuccine, tortellini, ravioli, maltagliati, and more tender pasta shapes. Pairing the pasta with fresh vegetables, herbs, and seafood makes it the perfect pr...
Italian territories: Tigullio, coastal beauty and timeless charm in the Ligurian riviera
The Tigullio is one of the most renowned areas along the Ligurian Riviera — a stunning stretch of coastline dotted with beautiful coves that has attracted international visitors since the last century. With well-equipped beaches and charming harbors filled with both fishing boats and luxury yachts, picturesque towns overlooking crystal-clear waters...
Italian sport: The Italian Bowl in the US
Football (which we call American Football here in Italy, because for us, 'football' means what Americans call 'soccer') is a sport that, over the years, has carved out a niche following in Italy, with a modest-level league, fairly competitive teams, and a history filled with memorable moments. Football first came to Italy during World War II, when...
Italian historical trademarks: Marchesi di Barolo
The Marchesi di Barolo represent one of the most prestigious wine estates in Piedmont, with a history rich in tradition and passion for wine. Located in the heart of the Langhe region, this historic winery has played a key role in the promotion and fame of Barolo, one of the most appreciated and renowned wines in the world. The origins of the estat...
Italian healthcare: What it Takes
In previous issues of We The Italians, we explored various topics related to Italian excellence in the global healthcare sector. Starting from the company Medical Tourism Italy, exploring the illuminated idea of its founder, Claudio Paccanaro, the articles took a brief look at many Italian excellences in the medical field. In “The Importance of Bei...
Italian economy: Tariffs and Made in Italy, what changes for Italian Americans?
There is a deep bond - of blood, memory, and tradition - that unites millions of families in the United States with Italy. It is not just a story of past generations who emigrated; it is an identity that continues to evolve, enriched by new expressions of belonging. It is the way Sunday lunch is prepared in countless homes, the way holidays are cel...
Italian design: Carlo Scarpa, brilliant designer of commercial layouts
The commercial layout of a store is, for many businesses—especially in the fields of retail and franchising—a fundamental strategic asset. It is a business asset that can be protected through various Intellectual Property tools, ranging from Copyright and Trade Dress to Unfair Competition and Design rights. A major recent development has occurred i...
Italian street food: The swordfish sandwich of Scilla
Before it was called the Strait of Messina, the body of water separating Calabria from Sicily was known as the Strait of Scylla. This stretch of sea dividing the island from the “mainland” was named after the monstrous creature from the myth of Scylla and Charybdis, made famous in Homer’s Odyssey. Scilla is a small fishing town in Calabria, in the...
ICA: 2025 Italian Citizenship Law Changes. Everything You Need to Know
On May 23, 2025, the Tajani Decree (decreto-legge no. 36/2025) was converted into law (legge n. 74/2025), outlining new Italian citizenship by descent guidelines. On May 28, 2025, a circolare, or memo, was issued by the Italian Ministry of the Interior further clarifying the law and explaining how it is to be applied. In this article, we will revie...
Italian handcrafts: Ancestral goldsmithing in Abruzzo
The Abruzzo region is a land of ancestral traditions and deep-rooted culture, renowned for its goldsmithing — an art that draws on ancient engraving techniques and the use of magical symbols. The locally made jewelry is rich with references to ancient symbolism, legends, superstitions, and age-old rituals meant to bring good fortune. Goldsmithing i...
Nuova legge sulla cittadinanza: cosa pensano gli italoamericani? Two passports, One heart
Comunque la si pensi, è difficile negare che dal gennaio di quest’anno il rapporto transatlantico sia entrato in una nuova fase della sua vita. Questo senza che cambi il mood di fondo, ovvero che le relazioni tra Europa e Stati Uniti sono state, sono e continueranno ad essere fondamentali, per entrambe le parti. Noi di We the Italians siamo da semp...
Where stone sings: the sound garden of San Sperate in Sardinia
Not everyone is quick to believe that stone can make music — let alone sing. But in a small Sardinian village just outside of Cagliari, that’s exactly what happens. Spend just a few hours at the Sound Garden in San Sperate, and you’ll witness a one-of-a-kind experience where rocks truly come alive with sound. This remarkable place is t...