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By Alison Bauter Say "Buongiorno!" to Boston's newest shopping and dining experience, the sprawling Eataly complex opening in the Prudential Center Tuesday.   Comprised of multiple restaurants and retail kiosks, the Italian marketplace spans three floors and more than 45,000 square feet. It's the first Boston location and fourth United Stat...

This 1999 photo of Mary Ginnetti by Anthony Riccio is featured in Riccio's book "The Italian American Experience in New Haven: Images and Oral Histories." Riccio will show his photos and discuss his book at an event at the New Haven Museum on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The 5:30 p.m. event (snow date: Thursday, Dec. 5) coincides with the current exhibition...

by Brittany McDonough   When thinking of iconic Boston buildings it is impossible not to think of the State House. The Golden Dome can be seen from all over the city and is a testament to the culture and history of Beacon Hill. Right behind the State House there is a tiny shop called Capitol Coffee House that has just as much culture an...

Over the last 15 years, under the leadership of Federico Cortese, the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra has grown tremendously. The list of accomplishments includes new ensembles, record numbers of applicants, a community outreach program, overseas tours and exciting partnerships.   For Cortese, though, it's all just part of the job."I can tal...

When: October 27, 2014 — 6 to 9 p.m.Where: swissnex Boston – 420 Broadway, Cambridge , MAswissnex Boston and the Consulate General of Italy are celebrating the Settimana della Lingua Italiana. As part of this special series, an expert panel will discuss the universal character of the Italian language.   The Subject Which Wasn't There: A...

Pictured is North Haven First Selectman, Michael Freda as he "passes" the Italian Flag to East Haven Mayor, Joseph Maturo, Jr. in recognition of theTown of East Haven becoming the host community for the 2015 Columbus Day Parade.   The parade will be held on Sunday October 11th as marchers will step off in the downtown district of East Haven....

by Ann Troeger Kurland   Roses are blooming at the new gelato cafe, Amorino, on Newbury Street, the first New England franchise for the French chain with shops worldwide. The signature scoop is the shape of a flower perched on a waffle cone, and each petal can be made of a different gelato or sorbet flavor from a list of 23 ($5.50 to $14)....

When: Monday, May 11, 2015 — 6:30 to 9 p.m.Where: MIT – Medialab, Silverman Skyline Room, 75 Amherst Street, Cambridge, MATo register online, visit: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/innovation-and-food-conference-tickets-16713869634   6:30pm – 6:40pm Welcome by Conference Organizers Expo Milan 2015 Presentation6:40pm – 7:05pm First SessionVi...

by James Pasto   In February I wrote about what I called "The American Connection" and some people misunderstood what I meant. Some thought I meant that I grew up with doubts or confusion about my Italian identity. That is not the case. I want to clarify what I meant and then use it as a stepping stone to talk about "North End identity." In...

By Bill Ballou   There was an especially good crop of New England born-and-bred players in Major League Baseball this year, and Chris Colabello was the best of them. Thursday, Colabello was named the 2015 winner of the Ben Mondor Award as New England Player of the Year by the Boston Chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of Americ...

Soon, Bostonians will have an enticing new option for Italian fare without having to navigate the North End's cobblestone streets! Eataly's piazza-style marketplace with dine-in options, cooking classes and gourmet gifts is so close we can taste it! In the meantime, we can explore the authentic Italian food, stories and recipes on Eataly's websit...

When Deanne Leavitt saw "Greasy Pole, The Musical" a few years back, she was so enamored that she bought tickets to see it four more times during its three-week run.   Now Leavitt, of Gloucester, and her two children will be part of the fifth revival of the show about the annual St. Peter's Fiesta tradition when it opens Friday, June 17, in...