There is a lot to love about Arezzo
Tuscany is a land of beauty: picturesque villages, stunning art and architecture, delicious food. But while most tourists head to Florence, Siena, or Pisa, the eastern Tuscan town of Arezzo is often overlooked. Yet, with its rich history and vibrant cultural scene, Arezzo is a must-see destination for anyone looking to explore Tuscany beyond the be...
Bedda Mia’s Italian Fusion Brings a Fresh Twist to Traditional Dishes
Alessio Casagrande was born and raised in Santa Margarita on the Italian Riviera. He comes from a long line of pastry chefs, butchers and cooks, so the kitchen was always his family’s gathering place; as a kid, Casagrande helped his mom and grandma make dinner every Sunday. In 2013, Casagrande moved to Santa Cruz, where he and his business partner,...
Piacenza: one day in the original city of "Ducato"
If you have a little day off and you are searching for some good vibes… then you’re just planning to visit Piacenza, and here’s a Visit Italy itinerary that you might find helpful. The historical city centre with its ancient Gothic and medieval buildings, its museums and also great food. What to do, when to go and why visit it? Discover Piacenza wi...
Spur to action: new, greener breaks on Italy’s Gargano peninsula
The forest was deep, dark, almost mystical – ancient trees, mossy tussocks, rare glimpses of blue sky through the dense canopy. The afternoon air was cool and scented, and had we not been pedalling hard, I’d have needed the jacket from my pannier. Yet just that morning we’d been kayaking off a hot, sunny beach a few miles away. That’s the beauty of...
Frankie Valli, nearing 90, to launch Las Vegas residency
Nearing age 90, Frankie Valli is a Las Vegas resident headliner. The Four Seasons legend has signed on for 14 performances at Westgate’s International Theater, opening Oct. 26-27 and continuing Jan 12-14, April 4-6, July 4-6 and Oct. 24-26 (tickets for the Danny Zelisko-produced show are on sale 7 a.m. Monday at Ticketmaster.com). Valli turned 89 o...
My Messina: not just a crossing point
I have an admitted bias towards my hometown of Messina, and though I have since left it, I still feel like its champion out in the world. Often overlooked for other, grander Sicilian cities like Palermo or Syracusa, Messina barely registers on travelers’ radars. Any friend who has been to Messina in the past typically tells me that they were only p...
You’d Never Guess Some Of The Best Italian Food In Louisiana Is Hiding In This Building
A fine Italian meal doesn’t have to be at a fancy restaurant. In fact, some of the best meals you’ll ever have are found within unassuming exteriors in neighborhoods outside of the touristy areas…that’s where the good stuff is. That’s certainly the case when it comes to Anthony’s Italian Deli, one of the best Italian restaurants in Louisiana. Let’s...
Gaetano Pesce on Art, Life, & Everything In Between
Shortly after his graduation from the University of Venice in 1963, the Italian artist, architect and designer Gaetano Pesce reached out to local chemical companies, in the hope that they could tell him how to work with their wares. "I realized that nobody taught me materials from my own time," the artist said. Two firms invited Pesce to visit,...
Clearwater Threshers pitcher from Italy chases all-American dream
Growing up, if someone referenced a ''pitch'' to Samuel Aldegheri, they most likely weren't talking about the type of pitching the 21-year-old lefty is used to. "It's not really popular. Not a lot of people know baseball in Italy," Aldegheri said. Born and raised in Verona, Italy, Aldegheri was surrounded by a soccer-crazed country.
Discover Trentino, the complete guide
Trentino is a region of northern Italy famous for its natural beauty, one of all the Dolomites, the “pale mountains” for the Trentino, since 2009 World Heritage. If there are many sports and cultural activities that offers its visitors even slow tourism finds its home here, between mountain lakes woods and valleys. Here is Trentino in a nutshell!
We left pricey London for a tiny Italian village where we can enjoy the lifestyle we want
Many Italians flee from desolate, poor rural areas in search of a brighter future elsewhere – but one retired, well-off London couple in their 60s has made the opposite move. In 2012, Keith and Sandy Webster permanently ditched the expensive English capital to live the dolce vita dream in a depopulated southern Italian village in the Basilicata reg...
Samantha Galantini is West Orange High School Sports Media 'Scholar Athlete of the Week'
West Orange Sports Media is proud to celebrate Samantha Galantini as the latest 'Scholar Athlete of the Week'. Samantha, a talented senior, has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills both on the golf course and in the classroom. Samantha's passion for golf has propelled her to great heights. According to recent statistics, she boasts an impre...