Discover Ciao Bella Restaurant Worcester: authentic Italian cuisine and cozy atmosphere
Located in the heart of Worcester, Ciao Bella Restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience that marries tradition with innovation. Known for its freshly baked dishes and a menu that caters to both health-conscious diners and indulgent food lovers, this eatery has something for everyone. From organically fed, cage-free chicken options to heart...
New York's DeCicco & Sons grocer announces new location
There's good news for those living near the Connecticut border: DeCicco & Sons, in New York since 1973 (with locations in Ardsley, Armonk, Bedford, Brewster, Eastchester, Harrison, Larchmont, Millwood, Pelham and Somers), is opening next summer in Greenwich. Set to occupy a 20,000-square-foot space at 11 Glen Ridge Road, this new spot will be the c...
In Boston, Andrea Doria Shipwreck Survivors Reunite with their Rescuers
At one time the Andrea Doria was considered the “most beautiful Italian ship in the world,” but her collision with the Swedish motor vessel Stockholm, on July 25, 1956 near Nantucket Island on the coast of Massachusetts, evokes her as the protagonist of one of the most controversial maritime disasters in history that claimed 51 lives. Last Monday,...
Discover North End, Home to Boston’s Oldest Sites and Eateries
Set against the charming backdrop of Boston’s historic cobblestone streets, North End is full of superlative cultural sites. The Union Oyster House, known for its house clam chowder, is not only the oldest restaurant in Boston, but it’s the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the country. As a restaurant, it opened in 1826, but its building...
Unique Family-Owned Italian Eatery Opens In Greenwich
Pasta lovers looking to satisfy their cravings can do so at Constantino's Pasta Bowls, the new family-owned Italian quick-serve restaurant located in the Chickahominy neighborhood of Greenwich. Owned by Robyn Bordes and her husband Michael, and located at 160 Hamilton Ave., the restaurant is under the umbrella of the couple's restaurant group th...
Enfield Italian Festival Returning For Three Days In Early August
For nearly a century, local residents have enjoyed the family-friendly festivities of the annual Italian Festival, sponsored by the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Society. This year's feast is slated for Aug. 2 and 3 from 5-11 pm., and Aug. 4 from 5-10 p.m. Admission is just $3, with children under 12 free. The annual gathering of family and friends give...
New Documentary Celebrates East Coast Surf Legend and Cultural Icon Sid Abbruzzi
The surfing world is a colorful one with no lack of multi-layered stories to tell. But there has never been one about long-haired godfather-type Italian with a Rhode Island accent – not quite Boston but definitely not New York – over a backdrop of snow-covered cliffs, gritty skate spots, Irish neighborhoods and pumping right-hand points. Like 73-ye...
A new Italian restaurant is coming to CT. Pasta, pizza, the ‘food that I grew up with,’ owner says.
The new pizza, pasta and wings restaurant has a focus on traditional Italian fare and it’s a passion project for the owner, he says. Amoroso’s Pizzeria is set to open next month inside the space where Hot Heaven Pizzeria has operated at 33 East Main St., Avon, after renovation work is completed. “I grew up with a really big Italian family and my wi...
Red Sox broadcaster Joe Castiglione enshrined into MLB Hall of Fame
Joe Castiglione, who has been a Boston Red Sox radio broadcaster for four decades, was enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, New York, during a ceremony on Saturday. Castiglione was honored with the 2024 Ford C. Frick Award, which is presented annually by the Hall of Fame for excellence in baseball broadcasting....
Indulge In The Ultimate Modern Italian Dining Experience At Sugo Gastrobar
Nestled in the heart of Sandy Hook at 105 Church Hill Road in Newtown (CT) lies Sugo Gastrobar, a restaurant that offers rich and flavorful modern Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. From brick oven charred pizzas and fresh homemade pasta to savory desserts and a large selection of wine and specialty cocktails, Sugo Gastrobar has something f...
Lou Trubiano's novel truth: 'Everything important starts and ends with the family'
Louis Trubiano's long-sought-after retirement project started years ago with his maternal grandfather, Luigi Pica, who came here from Italy in 1914, worked at the Fore River Shipyard in Quincy his whole adult life and was extremely proud of his American citizenship, granted in 1930. "He was very stoic, a solid, hard-working guy," Trubiano said. Pic...
UNICO Merrimack Valley Presents Leadership Award to Former Haverhill Councilor Bevilacqua
Former Haverhill city councilor and Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce President Joseph J. Bevilacqua this week was presented with the UNICO Merrimack Valley Leadership Award. UNICO Merrimack Valley is a chapter of the largest Italian-American service organization in the country that was founded in 1922. UNICO Board President Domenico Staniscia p...