Winners Announced For The 2023 In Scena! & Mario Fratti Awards
In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY will present the 2023 In Scena! Award on Monday, May 1 at 7pm at Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo' at NYU (24 West 12th Street New York, NY 10011). The 2023 Mario Fratti Award and reading will be presented on Tuesday, May 16 at 6pm at the Italian Cultural Institute (686 Park Ave, New York, NY 10021). Both awards ar...
Pasta of Emilia Romagna: A Culinary Journey Through Italy’s Heartland
With so much flavor combined with substance and simplicity, it’s no surprise that Italian food is a perennial winner in world-favorite cuisines. And the nation’s many and varied, delicious pasta dishes are largely the reason why. As ever when it comes to food, Emilia Romagna has more than its fair share of tasty pasta specialties, and ‘fare la sfog...
The snow train from Rome to Val Pusteria
The first day of the snow train in the Pusteria Valley marked the beginning of an ecological and obstacle-free way of skiing. Here’s how to go skiing in South Tyrol. The distance from the slopes is a deterrent for lovers of winter sports in central Italy, especially if they do not want to drive hours and hours and do not like to look for parking or...
A Frank Sinatra red-sauce favorite reopens in Beverly Hills
A nostalgic, old-school Italian American restaurant received new life this month when La Dolce Vita reopened under the care of a long-running Los Angeles hospitality group. Founded in 1966 by servers from Hollywood’s famed Villa Capri, and counting Frank Sinatra as one of the restaurant’s investors, the Beverly Hills bar and red-sauce joint hosted...
Flan: A Popular Dessert That Has Its Root In The Ancient Roman Empire
The creamy, custardy dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Flan is a dessert that originated in Europe and is now enjoyed all over the world. It's made with a sweet custard base that's baked until it's nice and firm, and then topped with a caramel sauce that adds an extra layer of deliciousness. Oh boy, where do we start with the f...
Researching Ateleta Abruzzo to Philadelphia
Josephine Pasquarello discusses her families arrival to Philadelphia in the late 1800’s and her book “Life’s Journey”. Josephine is the tenth child of an immigrant Italian woman who is the heroine of this book. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother, living in the suburbs of Philadelphia. She graduated from West Philly Catholic Girls’ High School i...
Grappa: once wild, now mild
For centuries, in various parts of Northern Italy, working folks would fortify themselves before heading out into the bitter cold of winter. Their chosen potion usually was a local spirit distilled as a byproduct of grape residue left over from wine production. That’s where and how the earthy, 90-proof alcoholic brew known as grappa originated. Tho...
Everything Is Made Fresh Daily At CIAO! Pizza & Pasta In Massachusetts, And You Can Taste The Difference
When fresh ingredients are used in cooking, it’s hard not to taste the difference. And when things are made from scratch, well, they just taste better. If you’re looking for a from-scratch restaurant in Chelsea, Massachusetts, CIAO! Pizza & Pasta is the place to go for the freshest Italian food imaginable. CIAO! Pizza & Pasta first opened its doors...
Alvito, Italy: A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Lazio
Nestled in the heart of the Lazio region lies the beautiful medieval town of Alvito. With a population of just over 2,000 people, Alvito is a hidden gem that is often overlooked by tourists. However, those who do discover this charming town are rewarded with stunning views, historic architecture, and a taste of authentic Italian culture. Alvito was...
“Stuff the Truck” donation drive at Casa on Sat Apr 29
ONE DAY ONLY! Sat Apr 29.Our annual food drive is coming to Casa. Pull up to Casa and drop your non-perishables off to “stuff the truck” for the West Seattle Food Bank. Be sure to grab a coffee or lunch special while you’re here that day! Sat Apr 29 from 9:30am-2pm Acceptable healthy donations include non-perishable items (pop top cans are best) su...
Calabria Food - 8 Great Calabrian Treats
Calabria is the most unpretentious, passionate, vibrant, and in some ways beautiful corner of Italy. The cuisine of Calabria reflects that. So, what food is Calabria famous for? Answer: There is not one particular dish that Calabria is famous for. Many towns in Calabria have their own traditional dishes that are often unique to them. However, the o...
San Antonio’s Westin Riverwalk unveils redesign of its Zocca restaurant, hires new top chef
Downtown's Westin Riverwalk has reopened its Zocca Cuisine D’Italia in completely renovated river-level digs. The restaurant, which specializes in Texas-inspired Italian dishes, also has appointed Ron Mays as its executive chef, according to officials with the hotel chain. After the three-month-long reno, the restaurant now features an indoor-outdo...