‘Jersey Shore’ Vs. the State of New Jersey
It’s been 15 years since the premiere of MTV’s Jersey Shore. At the time, the show stirred up mixed feelings: It irritated locals, offended media members, and even bothered the state’s highest elected official. It was also a bona fide sensation. Even after everyone’s anger and fake tans have faded away, there’s still a lot to learn from the battle...
Philadelphia’s Italian Consulate is closed indefinitely due to electrical problems
Marone! That’s what some in Philadelphia’s Italian community were exclaiming upon learning Tuesday that the Italian Consulate is closed “until further notice” after experiencing electrical problems during construction at the building housing its Center City headquarters. The timing couldn’t have been much worse, said Consulate General Christiana Me...
The best Christmas markets in Italy 2024
Italy is a magical destination year-round, but during the Christmas season, it transforms into a festive wonderland. From the snow-dusted Alps to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast, Christmas markets in Italy are an enchanting mix of local traditions, artisanal crafts, and culinary delights. If you're planning a trip this winter, here’s your ultima...
With a Pizza Oven Imported From Italy, This Brand-New Virginia Pizza Restaurant Is the Real Deal
Pizza restaurants are common here in Virginia, but they're not all created equally. Some focus on speed, others on generous portions, and some prioritize quality above all else. It's a rare pizzeria that offers all three, but Pi-Napo seems to hit that mark. My family and I visited this new restaurant in the Fry Springs neighborhood of Charlottesvil...
Explore Italy's Star-Shaped Town Where 16th-Century Traditions Meet Modern-Day Festivities
Italy is an endlessly fascinating and surprising vacation destination, brimming with fabulous food, rich ancient history, strong cultural identity, and diverse landscapes spanning picturesque islands, alpine regions, and ancient cities. Just when you think you've uncovered all of its secrets, Italy offers something new to capture your imagination....
This Denver restaurant takes its entire staff to Italy each year
Barolo Grill opened in Denver in 1992. Three years later, the Italian restaurant took its staff to Italy. Not just the executive chef or a few key members of the culinary team — everyone. Nearly 30 years later, the tradition is still going strong. Each July, the restaurant closes for about 10 days so the staff can take educational field trips to re...
All aboard the Sicilia Express: Italy's new sleeper train whisking homesick Sicilians home for Xmas
Homesick Sicilians have an affordable and sustainable new way to get home for Christmas this year: the Sicilia Express. The sleeper train has been organised for "workers or students...who wish to reach their loved ones to spend the Christmas holidays together" Sicily's regional president Renato Schifani said. The Sicilia Express will leave Turin in...
IACC Partners with Milan’s Università Cattolica on Internship Program
The IACC is pleased to announce the launch of a strategic alliance with one of Italy’s most prestigious universities, Milan’s Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UNICATT). The newly-minted collaboration with UNICATT leverages the university’s Department of Career Services and the IACC’s own J-1 visa program to help promote U.S.-based internship o...
You Need More Puccini in Your Life. Here’s Why.
AMONG PEOPLE WHO KNOW ME, I am famous—or maybe notorious would be a better word—for circulating links to music. I’m constantly firing out messages to friends, colleagues, WhatsApp groups, Instagram DMs, saying “Stop whatever you’re doing! You have to listen to this.” Any sort of music makes the cut, so long as it’s good; recent selections have incl...
Beloved Italian bakery to reopen after a three-year absence
A longtime Italian bakery known especially for its sub and sandwich rolls will return after an almost a three-year absence. Martusciello Boutique Bakery will open at 2280 Lyell Ave. in Gates in early 2025. "I have my whole life invested in that business," said Frank Martusciello, 70. Gaetano and Maria Martusciello, Frank's parents, started baking a...
Gorgonzola Exports Skyrocket Among Italian Food Enthusiasts
The Week of Italian Cuisine in the World has concluded with a glowing portrait of Italian culinary heritage. Nearly 600,000 restaurants globally claim to serve Italian cuisine, with a growing number featuring authentic Italian cheeses in signature dishes such as Risotto al Gorgonzola. Italian PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) cheeses are thrivi...
Mario Andretti is looking at Ferrari to supply GM with engines when it lines up on the grid in 2026.
Though the American manufacturer will move on to use its own power units, this will be from 2028, meaning that an alternative supply must be sourced for 2026 and 2027. Mario Andretti, who has been named a director of the new outfit, is looking to the team for whom he made a dozen F1 appearances between 1971 and 1982, as well as being a member of su...