Tara Punzone’s Pura Vita Is Redefining Italian Food in Los Angeles
Tara Punzone’s culinary journey is a testament to passion and innovation. From her roots in New York City to her bombastic presence in Los Angeles, the Brooklyn native has carved a unique path as the chef-owner of Pura Vita—the first entirely vegan Italian restaurant and wine bar in the country. Her dedication to a plant-based lifestyle, which bega...
Santa Severina, from Byzantium to modernity
Santa Severina is a historic village in the province of Crotone, Calabria, about 30 kilometers inland from the city of Crotone itself. Built on a hill overlooking the Neto River Valley, Santa Severina is famous for its breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and for its profound sense of history and architectural richness. Known as the “Sto...
Army Specialist 5th Class Allan Zitella
The youngest of three children, Allan Zitella was born in Chicago to Joseph and Christina (Zipparo) Barrile. His mother died when Zitella was 3 years old and he and his siblings, Richard and JoAnn, were eventually adopted by their maternal great-aunt and -uncle, Anna and James Zitella. Zitella grew up in the neighborhood around Harlem and North ave...
Ancient Christian basilica is unearthed in former Roman military colony. Take a look
Unbeknownst to a group of researchers digging near a small Italian town, a Christian basilica once stood in a Roman military colony. Thousands of years later, it was unearthed. The major discovery near Aquileia (Friuli Venezia Giulia), now a town of approximately 3,000, gives insight into the intersection between the former metropolis and the easte...
Roncadin Opens New Plant in the USA
On November 18th, Italian frozen pizza maker Roncadin officially opened a new production plant in Vernon Hills, Illinois, marking a significant step in its U.S. expansion. The 7,000-square-meter facility, which employs 100 staff, houses a production line capable of producing 30 million pizzas annually, using carefully sourced ingredients and tradit...
Italy's 'Other Venice' Is A Beautiful, Underrated Town With Romantic Canals And Few Crowds
Italy is renowned for its romantic culture, captivating travelers with its cobblestone streets, rich history, stunning vistas, and delicious cuisine. Among its many treasures, Venice often steals the spotlight with its ethereal beauty and enchanting canals. But for those seeking a similar experience without the swarm of tourists, there's a lesser-k...
Garibaldi Museum’s annual tree lighting Dec. 7 honors two community leaders
The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum will play host to its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. at thee historic site located on Tompkins Avenue in Rosebank, where Rev. Carlos Limongi of St. Joseph and St. Mary Immaculate R.C. Church will offer a blessing. The Tree Lighting Ceremony is being held to memorialize Monsignor Ferdinando D...
Italy ranks second in the European Union in life expectancy
In 2023, a child born in Italy could expect to live an average of 83.8 years and this is the second highest level in the European Union, just behind Spain, 2.5 years above the continental average. After an above-average decline of 1.3 years due to Covid deaths in 2020, life expectancy in our country showed a recovery and slightly exceeded pre-pande...
New San Antonio Italian restaurant Mare e Monte holding grand opening on Monday
New Italian restaurant Mare e Monte hasn't officially trumpeted its launch, but it's already built quite a buzz. After holding a soft opening in April and building up word-of-mouth support, the Medical Center eatery will hold a grand opening on Monday, Nov. 25, according to its owners.Despite the relatively low profile of Mare e Monte, located at 9...
Italy's Paolini celebrates 'unbelievable' year after BJK Cup glory
Jasmine Paolini celebrated an "unbelievable year" for both herself and Italian tennis after driving her nation to Billie Jean King Cup glory on Wednesday. The world number four enjoyed a stunning season, finishing as runner-up at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, winning her second career title in Dubai and then triumphing with Italy in doubles at the O...
Milan Surpasses NYC as Home of the World’s Most Expensive Shopping Street
For the first time in 34 years, Milan’s Via Monte Napoleone has dethroned NY’s Fifth Avenue to claim the title of the world’s most expensive shopping street. Rents on the prestigious northern Italian district have surged by 11% over the past year, reaching €20,000 per square meter annually—making it the highest headline rent of any of the 138 globa...
Monte Vibiano Vecchio, a labyrinth and a castle in the heart of Umbria
Among the rolling hills of Umbria, the village of Monte Vibiano Vecchio, in the municipality of Marsciano, is home to a castle, the Castello di Monte Vibiano Vecchio, which is distinguished by a unique element: a hedge maze designed in the early decades of the 20th century, a symbol of elegance and harmony. The work was created during a major renov...