TT position at Miami University (of Ohio, not Florida)
French & Italian: Assistant Professor of Italian to teach undergraduate courses in Italian; advise students; maintain an active research program; participate in study abroad program; provide service to the university and profession. Require: Ph.D. or equivalent in hand by August 2015, possess native or near-native fluency in Italian. D...
Michigan-bred Vatican astronomer wins Carl Sagan Medal
Michigan-bred Vatican astronomer and Jesuit Brother Guy Consolmagno will become the first clergyman awarded one of planetary science's most prestigious awards, when on Thursday in Arizona he receives the Carl Sagan Medal. And then Consolmagno, for two decades the curator of the Vatican's meteorite collection, plans to head to metro Detroit...
Festa Italiana brings sounds of Sinatra, fireworks to lakefront
Play bocce with friends young and old (then watch the champs compete in a tournament Sunday). Watch cooking demonstrations and sample cuisine at the Cucina Showcase. Enjoy Henry Prego's musical tribute to Frank Sinatra and Dove c'è Musica's salute to Eros Ramazzotti daily. Grab an espresso so you're wide-eyed for a Festa tradition: firewor...
Mantegna visits Windy City
Joe Mantegna stopped by a recent Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago reception at O'Brien's Riverwalk Café to greet donors and thank them for their support. Active with Easter Seals for more than 25 years, the celebrated actor commented on the great services provided for children and young adults with autism throughout Chicago and Rockford. ...
Classic Italian flavor served to order
by Jennifer L. Manfrin The Italian BMT combines salami, ham and pepperoni complete with customers' favorite toppings. The classic combination has made it a top-seller for years, and it was one of the first sub sandwiches offered at Subway, said manager Gina Shearn. "People like that Italian meat combo. It's really great topped with Italian dr...
Opportunita' di business a Chicago
La Camera di Commercio Italiana Americana di Chicago ha il piacere di annunciare il programma delle attività per l'anno 2016 Truly Italian, 18-19 MaggioTruly Italian e' l'evento più importante del Midwest degli USA ideato per veicolare il valore delle produzioni agroalimentari italiane autentiche. L'evento consisterà in una due g...
Culinary student finds Italian family ties help with studies
The future looks delicious for Naperville resident Joseph Cuzzone. He earned an associates degree in culinary arts at College of DuPage and will soon complete his bachelor's degree in nutrition at Benedictine University. "I love everything about food and nutrition," said Cuzzone, 22. He comes from a family filled with bountiful cooks...
Nuovi corsi di Italiano a Chicago: domani porte aperte in istituto
Cominceranno lunedì prossimo, 15 aprile, i corsi di italiano offerti da "ItalCultura", la Scuola ufficiale di italiano a Chicago. Per presentare la propria offerta formativa "ItalCultura" ha organizzato per domani la giornata delle porte aperte, dalle 17.30 alle 20 nella sede dell'Istituto Italiano di Cultura. Per l'intero pomeriggio sarà possibil...
Call for papers Chicago Catholic Immigrants Conference: the Italians
November 8-9 Loyola University Chicago The conference invites 20-30 minute papers that look at the late 19th and 20th century Italian immigration, with an emphasis on Chicago and the Midwest. Presentations may be given from the viewpoint of ethnic studies, urban and cultural history, literature and language, theology, and the sociology of religion...
Ottava Via, Detroit Italian Restaurant Opening In Corktown, Takes Pizza & Pork Seriously
by Kate Abbey-Lambertz When Ariel Millan received a message at 5:40 a.m. Monday that his sous chef Mateo Burns was having a baby, he said okay and went back to sleep. Several minutes later, the executive chef of Detroit's newest Italian restaurant woke up with a start and an expletive, sent a congratulatory text and headed into Ottava Via...
The Eataly Chicago Guide
Walking through Eataly, New York City's 50,000-square-foot homage to all things delizioso, is like dying and going to Italian foodie heaven. You pass by cases groaning with formaggio, salumi, pasta, biscotti, cannoli, and gelati. You weave through crowded stalls selling wines, olive oils, aged balsamic vine- gars, spices, and even cookbook...
Raise the Bar: Angelina’s Italian Bistro has a robust selection of wines
This hot spot is located in the old Madison Theatre building, right across the street from the Detroit Opera House. While it's known for its hearty Italian fare (much of which can be served gluten-free!) it also has a stocked bar with ample seating, perfect to grab a drink before or after a show. While it is perhaps geared more toward the...