Venice will host 18 days of Carnevale this year, with events taking place along the city's canals and across its bridges and squares from 14 February until 4 March. The theme of the 2025 edition of the Carnevale di Venezia is Il tempo di Casanova and is devoted to the colourful Venetian figure Giacomo Casanova on the 300th anniversary of his birth....
Italian textile manufacturer Microtex Composites Inc. announced plans to open its first U.S. facility, a prepreg factory, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The state’s Department of Economic & Community Development (TNECD) disclosed that the company’s $3.8 million investment would create 26 jobs. Neither Microtex Composites nor TNECD revealed an expected...
Tuscany has long been a desirable travel destination because of its rich artistic culture, unparalleled landscapes, and internationally heralded food and wine. From stately mountains cradling a vast hinterland to its nearly 400 miles of shimmering coastline, the activities and attractions in this Italian region are endless. Plan an olive oil tast...
Italians have many names for restaurants. There’s the straightforward ristorante, typically the most formal, elegant style of dining establishments. There is the osteria, which is traditionally more like a wine bar or tavern. And then there are the trattorias — family-run restaurants featuring home-style, no-frills comfort food with a distinct focu...
When John Milton set out to write his epic poem Paradise Lost, he had a clear idea of what he wanted to accomplish: "that epic form whereof the two poems of Homer, and those other two of Virgil and Tasso, are a diffuse model." Homer and Virgil are undoubtedly known to all readers today — but Tasso? Who was this third man Milton looked to for inspir...
Acquiring original Roman classical marbles is no simple feat. Between stringent international regulations and the rarity of finding one on the market—most of the best-preserved examples long since claimed by museums—these ancient treasures are elusive. Yet, against the odds, the Halsted A&A Foundation has managed to secure an extraordinary piece: a...
The award ceremony for the second edition of the Italian Reputation Award will take place on January 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Italian Cultural Institute in New York. This prestigious honor is granted to individuals who have demonstrated consistent and innovative contributions across various sectors, promoting Italy globally and strengthening its...
Tampa Bay’s acclaimed Chef Chris Ponte is gearing up to unveil OLIVIA, a chic modern Italian restaurant, set to welcome diners on January 21st. Nestled on the ground floor of the stunning Ascent tower, located at 225 1st Avenue North, this dining destination spans an impressive 5,550 square feet and promises to bring a slice of Italy to downtown St...
Our country is rich in beautiful landscapes and natural attractions that capture the soul of the visitor at any time of year. Among the many treasures scattered throughout Italy, in winter, certainly the ice falls are among the most coveted scenic wonders. Beautiful natural sculptures to admire and photograph, on which you can also practice climbin...
Underwater archaeology in Sardinia has uncovered a fascinating discovery: the remains of ancient nuraghi submerged in the waters of the Cabras Lagoon. These megalithic structures, known as nuraghi, are characteristic of Sardinia's prehistoric civilization, which thrived between the Bronze and Iron Ages, roughly between 1500 and 500 BC. The discover...
The fires in Malibu destroyed precious memorabilia from the life of renowned author John Fante. The flames engulfed the home of the late writer’s daughter, Pia Fante, which held a treasure trove of personal items, including rare manuscripts, letters, photographs, and first editions of her father’s works. John Fante, known for his deeply personal an...
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop will open on North Harrison Street in the Princeton Shopping Center on Tuesday, Jan. 21, the company said in a news release. The shop will introduce Garden State residents to the chain’s famous sandwiches, including its signature slow-roasted turkey subs. Franchisee Jimit Dharia and his wife Urvi Jatania will own and opera...