The Italian Soup That Was A Favorite Of Leonardo Da Vinci
Leonardo Da Vinci, the Renaissance man himself, is most known for his famous Mona Lisa, whose smile continues to haunt and confuse those who encounter it. However, Da Vinci's other highly-regarded painting, The Last Supper, hints at his lesser-known topic of interest: Food. Painting the scene of Jesus' last meal before his crucifixion, Da Vinci mad...
New pop-up Italian restaurant opens at Northern Michigan resort
If one of your goals for the winter is getting cozy and having fun experiences, you can join us in being intrigued by Northern Michigan’s newest pop-up restaurant - and its tempting menu. Bella Sorpresa - which means “Beautiful Surprise” - is the new Italian dining experience open just for the season at The Highlands of Harbor Springs. The four-sea...
The many faces of Italy in 2023
This is the time of the year when we tend to make a balance of our life and of the experiences we’ve enjoyed – or not – in the twelve months about to end. The Fondazione Migrantes, a pastoral organization coordinated by the Conferenza Episcopale Italiana (CEI, the Italian Episcopal Conference) and founded in 1987, did just that in relation to the m...
Precedent-setting Italian American Future Leaders Conference is only days away!
Destinazione Florida! Such is the call nationwide to start 2023 with the first-ever national gathering of young Italian Americans from January 13-16 in Sunrise, Florida. Italian American Future Leaders (IAFL), sponsored by COPOMIAO, is a new not-for-profit that was created to inspire and reinvigorate young Italian Americans to embrace their Italian...
Accordions, Pizza and Wine: 11th Annual Italian Winterfest Preview
Memphis has a diverse culinary scene and offers a variety of cultural festivals. Whatever your mood is, Memphis has food that’ll satisfy any craving. One of the standout festivals in the 901 includes the Italian Winterfest. After taking a hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, the festival is back and bigger than ever. Tony Barrasso, founder of t...
Guerrieri to step up as Columbian prez
Vic Guerrieri will ascend to the presidency of the Columbian Club of Chicago at a black tie installation dinner on Jan. 28 at Medinah Country Club. For reservations, call Carmen Forte at 708-473-1591. Guerrieri signed on as a member in 2011. “I joined to support the Italian-American traditions that the club stands for,” he says. “I admire their foc...
Ferrari Enzo Drag Races Maserati MC12 For Italian Supercar Glory
The Italian automotive scene is home to some of the greatest vehicles in the history of the entire industry. Many products from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, and a few other brands will forever remain among the most amazing masterpieces in the supercar segment. We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the Italian supercar segment than a direct...
Feast On Handmade Pasta At DePalma’s Italian Cafe In Alabama
Are you a fan of Italian food? If so, you’re in luck because Alabama is home to many excellent Italian restaurants, including DePalma’s Italian Cafe. DePalma’s Italian Cafe, thanks to its fresh, handmade pasta, is known for serving some of the best Italian food in Alabama, and you can read all about the restaurant below. DePalma's Italian Cafe is l...
Laura Mattioli and Her Young People, Bruno Munari’s Inventions at CIMA
“Americans are pragmatic, they box everything in, but I think there is room to get out of these boxes, to break them, sowing doubt.” Laura Mattioli is full of doubts, and of certainties. The first and foremost of these are that modern Italian art is misunderstood in America; that there is a need to work on awareness to restore it to its proper plac...
Learn This Italian Valley’s Legendary Ice Climbing Reputation
There’s enough ice climbing history in the Western Alps’ Susa Valley to keep generations of ax-wielding athletes busy. Whatever you do or don’t know about ice climbing, I bet you can still glean something cool from this video. From the nearly 40-year history of ice climbing in Italy’s Susa Valley, to introducing some of its main characters (male an...
The 10 Best Italian Restaurants in Phoenix
Nothing makes us swoon like hand-rolled pasta or wood-fired pizza, and Phoenix has no shortage of chefs who have perfected these crafts. From heavy stacks of lasagna to delicate ravioli, our guide to Italian restaurants in Phoenix will have you in carb heaven. ENJOY THE BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANTS IN PHOENIXGet ready for white tablecloths, waiters in...
Ancient Mariners: Sailing the Roman Mediterranean
For ancient mariners, the Mediterranean Sea was a chaotic place. Sailors had to deal with fickle Mediterranean winds, unpredictable storms, fierce waves, and shifting tides. Yet, despite the dangers of sea travel and its seasonal limitations, sailing was the preferred way to travel. The Mediterranean had a vital role for the ancient Romans, allowin...