In recent weeks, Italy’s economy has sent very important signals. For the Italian American community that looks at Italy not only with affection but also with cultural, economic, and entrepreneurial interest, now is the right time to understand what is happening. Some are investing, others are seeking opportunities, some dream of returning or creat...
Since 1956, Ferrarini has been at the heart of Italy’s rich culinary tradition. Born in the historic villa of Rivaltella, nestled in the rolling hills of Reggio Emilia, Ferrarini has become one of Europe’s most respected producers of Italian cured meats. With a deep-rooted commitment to quality, authenticity, and innovation, Ferrarini positions its...
On March 28, 2025, the Italian Council of Ministers approved an emergency decree (decreto-legge) changing the eligibility criteria for Italian citizenship by descent. Now, the decree is being reviewed by the Italian Parliament, and within 60 days from March 28, they can either adopt the decree into law as is, amend it, or reject it. There have been...
Worldwide, the total production of glasses and lenses is valued at about 10 billion euros. Among all countries, Italy is the largest producer in Europe and the second-largest in the world, but we are number one everywhere if we consider just the luxury segment. The heart of all this is the Belluno region in Veneto. When you ask where high-quality e...
I’m not sure if street food was invented in Naples, but sometimes I feel like everything was invented in this extraordinary city. One thing is certain: it’s here where some incredible flavors have always been enjoyed in the streets of the Neapolitan neighborhoods, where life is still vibrant, wonderful, and delicious. Exploring Campania means divin...
As we have seen in the previous numbers of “We the Italians”, Italy offers top-notch quality healthcare. As we have also seen, this level can’t be achieved only with strong investments and the most advanced technologies: it takes years to build it, and the best investment is always in the people. The catch is that this type of effort takes years. V...
Dear friends, since the beginning of the year, we have been working on a new version of our website, which will be online by the end of May. Our new We the Italians will be more innovative, faster, and more rational. There will be several new features, but the biggest change concerns the areas into which we have divided the United States from the v...
"Ogni giorno la vita è una grande corrita, ma la notte no! Ogni giorno è una lotta, chi sta sopra e chi sotta. Ma la notte no!”. These fun and catchy lyrics have been sung by millions of Italians. They are from "Ma la notte no," the famous opening theme of the television program Quelli della notte, which first aired exactly 40 years ago, on April 2...
The artichoke (Cynara scolimus) is a plant known since the time of the Egyptians and is widespread in the Mediterranean region. Legend has it that its name, Cynara, comes from a beautiful girl whom Zeus fell in love with. Zeus went to visit his brother Poseidon and, upon seeing the girl, immediately fell in love with her. After seducing her, he tur...
A corner of paradise located just a few steps from the coast of Praia a Mare, in the province of Cosenza: Dino Island is the largest in Calabria and one of the must-see destinations when visiting the region. It can be reached by canoe, pedal boat, or by joining a guided boat tour. With its crystal-clear waters, picturesque coves, and limestone clif...
The Giostra del Saracino of Sarteano is a knightly tournament with ancient tradition that has been held in Sarteano, in the province of Siena, for time immemorial. Five knights, known as "giostratori," representing the five districts into which the town is divided, compete for the coveted palio. Called to charge, each mounted knight, galloping and...
In the heart of the magnificent Italian Dolomites, in Pampeago, there is a unique artistic treasure: RespirArt. This project, a 3-kilometer ring, came to life in 2011 and continues to evolve year after year, offering visitors an unforgettable experience that blends art and nature at an altitude of over 2,200 meters. RespirArt is located in Pampeago...