NYC, Milan announce partnership to promote tourism between 2 cities
New York City and the Italian city of Milan are starting a two-year tourism partnership to encourage travel between the two destinations. New York tourism officials are in Milan to announce the initiative Monday. CEO Fred Dixon of NYC & Company, New York's tourism agency, says the two cities are both centers of business and innovation...
Rome’s Jubilee security plan kicks off today
by Andrea Marini The security plan to keep Rome safe during the Jubilee of Mercy -- an extraordinary Holy Year to start on December 8 and last until November 20 2016 -- kicks off today. The plan was devised by Rome's prefecture (in Italy, an office representing the government in any province) and by Rome's police provincial headquarte...
The 20th Century Italian Art Market Is the Latest to Feel the Boom
by James Tarmy When a work by Lucio Fontana sold at Christie's New York last month for $29.2 million, it was the highest price the artist had ever achieved at auction. The giant, canary-yellow canvas was the latest in a string of broken records: Five of Fontana's top 10 auction sales of all time were in 2015, according to Artnet. ...
Jazz Concert: ANDREA VENEZIANI TRIO feat. BEN MONDER
December 17, 2015 - 07:00 PM - Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò - 24 West 12th Street - New York, NY 10011Andrea Veneziani Trio: Andrea Veneziani - Double bass and composition; Ben Monder - Guitar; Mark Ferber - Drums Bassist and composer Andrea Veneziani performs extensively within the improvised music scene, across a...
Best Italian ice and gelato: Readers pick Staten Island's tops in 2015
By Pamela Silvestri With the weather feeling more like spring, perhaps you're in the mood for something cool. Regardless of current temps, here's something a Staten Islander can warm up to in the spring. And the winner is Ralph's Famous Italian Ices with 2,440 votes for its six locations: 501 Port Richmond Ave, Port Richmond; 3285 Ric...
Co-Owner of G.S. Gelato & Desserts Simona Faroni Receives 2016 Women of the Year Award
Simona Faroni, co-owner of G.S. Gelato & Desserts, a manufacturer of authentic Italian gelato and sorbet, received the 2016 Enterprising Women of the Year award by Enterprising Women Magazine. This award is widely considered one of the most prestigious recognition programs for women business owners. To win, nominees must demonstrate th...
Giada Valenti Making Her Debut on PBS NJTV
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 8:00pm, Giada Valenti takes viewers of PBS NJTV on a romantic and magical journey as she performs her own interpretations of American and Italian hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, as well as recent contemporary songs. Born and raised in Venice, Giada has always been influenced by her hometown, bringing its magic and pass...
Award winning short film ‘Citta’ dei sogni’ to premiere at the New Jersey film festival
This breathtaking film tells the coming of age story of two young brothers who run away fromhome. They embark on an adventure across the southern countryside of Italy with a child'sdream of a new life. As the boys face adulthood, the myth of this "City of Dreams" begins tocrumble. WHAT: Film screening premiere and discussion of "Citta' dei Sogni"W...
Biblioteca Italiana Seattle reopens on Sunday February 28th
Il Punto! Italian Cultural Center and Biblioteca Italiana Seattle have finally found a place. After moving out from our previous location in Capitol Hill almost a year ago, we are now happy to open again to the community. The address of the new place is14300 Greenwood Ave N – Seattle, WA 98133 with easy and free parking on street. Il Punto...
Sicilians recognize Marines for 100th community relations event
Local Sicilian government, business and church officials recognized Marines and sailors volunteer efforts, Feb. 26, during their a community relations event at the Villa Romana del Tellaro archaeological site in Noto, Italy. Noto Mayor Corrado Bonfanti presented the Marines and sailors with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Cris...
NEW BOOK teaches kids Italian recipes in Italian
Let's Cook Italian, by chef Anna Prandoni, is a fun, interactive, bilingual cookbook for families that introduces the art and joy of Italian cooking. It teaches better eating habits and the importance of culture, while providing quality family bonding time. Featuring classic, simple dishes inspired by Italian cuisine, each recipe is shown...
Civilians Learn About The Army In 'This Is A Soldier 101'
For about 20 years, Watertown's Italian American Civic Association has tried to help north country civilians get more familiar with the military. Fort Drum's Army Family Team Building program, along with the Association of the U.S. Army, hosted a seminar called "This is a Soldier 101." Read more Source: http://www.ww...