Absence of Younger Italian Americans in Legacy Organizations Drives Creation of Leadership Incubator on National Level
Italian American Future Leaders (IAFL), an influential fellowship and networking platform that's empowering and engaging younger generations (ages 21 – 35), held its 2nd national conference, "IAFL2," at Amerant Bank Arena. The latest conference was comprised of nearly 200 fellows (first-time attendees), alumni (returning attendees), mentors and pr...
Pininfarina of America Celebrates a Decade of Creativity and Innovation in Design
Pininfarina of America, subsidiary of the iconic design firm, celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special event held in Miami. The celebration took place on December 8th, during the weekend of Art Basel, at the prestigious The Concours Club – an exclusive members-only automotive country club in Opa-Locka. Significantly, the Club’s Events Center,...
Italian Food Company is a Little Italy for the Florida Keys
The Italian Food Company has one of those pandemic bad timing origin stories that would seem impossible to have a happy ending. Owners Isis and Tony Wright, who had been living in the Florida Keys after moving 80-plus miles south from Miami, bought an investment property and closed on it in the first week of March 2020. Then Covid hit. The deal cou...
Luxury Italian watchmaker Panerai opens boutique on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach
The luxury Italian watchmaker Panerai has opened a boutique on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. The brand began as a Florentine workshop in 1860 and its aquatic stylings stem from one of its first major clients, the Italian Navy and its diving corps, according to a release. Panerai, which opened Dec. 13 at the Esplanade, offers shoppers a custom experie...
Exclusive: New York’s Felice Restaurant Is Opening in Miami Spring 2024
New York City's beloved Tuscan restaurant, Felice, is opening its Miami flagship restaurant, Felice Brickell, in the heart of Miami's financial district this spring. Located along Brickell Avenue and SE 15th Road, the delicious news comes directly from Felice's founder, Florence-born Jacopo Giustiniani, who spoke exclusively to New Times about ever...
From Italy to Palm Beach, Frascione Gallery Opens a New Location on Exclusive Worth Avenue
Frascione Gallery, an esteemed gallery in Florence, Italy, is embarking on its expansion into the United States with the launch of its second gallery set to grace the prestigious Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. Frascione Gallery is renowned for Old Master masterpieces and will now also offer art aficionados a curated selection of Modern and Contemporar...
New DeCosmo Italian Market in Pinellas Park is family-owned foodie paradise
The new DeCosmo Italian Market in Pinellas Park is a family-run, family-owned foodie paradise. The 5,000-square-foot gourmet destination is deliciously overwhelming, but it's also warm and loving like the dozens of DeCosmos who help run this multigenerational enterprise. Paul DeCosmo, one of three owner brothers, says this to customers: "Welcome to...
San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar opens in Estero
New York City restaurateurs Fabio Casella and Giuseppe Manco, along with Eleonora Calvacchi opened San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar on Dec. 4 in Suite 145/A at the University Village Shops in Estero. The decades of experience between the three is what guests can expect when dining at San Matteo, which offers authentic Italian classics with a mod...
A Culture Reignited: Younger Generations Light the Way at 2nd Annual Italian American Future Leaders Conference (IAFL2)
Italian American Future Leaders, a fellowship and networking platform that's empowering and engaging younger generations (ages 21 – 35), held its' 2nd annual conference, "IAFL2," this past weekend at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The latest conference was comprised of fellows (first-time attendees), alumni (returning attendees), mentors and p...
Discover The Authentic Flavors Of East Nashville’s Italian Restaurants
East Nashville Italian Restaurants offer a variety of authentic and delicious Italian cuisine in the vibrant neighborhood. These restaurants showcase a selection of traditional and innovative dishes, using fresh ingredients and impeccable culinary techniques. The charming ambiance and friendly service provide a delightful dining experience for loca...
New Restaurant Acqua Pazza Introduces Coastal Italian Cuisine to Downtown Wellen
Acqua Pazza, with a menu inspired by the Italian coastline, is now open in Downtown Wellen. Developed by D&D Restaurant Group, Acqua Pazza offers indoor and alfresco seating for 150 guests and an ambiance reminiscent of the Amalfi Coast, informed by the blues of the ocean with light accents, sun-kissed golden yellows and picturesque charm. Offering...
Leonardo Da Vinci’s Avant-Garde Inventions Come To Life This Spring
You probably know a few things about Leonardo Da Vinci: he’s the Italian genius who’s incredible discoveries changed the course of history. But do you know about his dozens of experiments and inventions? At Da Vinci: Machines & Robotics, you’ll explore the mind of the greatest genius of all time during a hands-on interactive exhibition. The family...